Facilities Technician - 1st Shift in Kentwood, Michigan at Proper Beverage Company

About Proper Beverage Company

At Proper Beverage Company, we believe in doing things the right way - with integrity, precision, and a focus on quality. As a rapidly growing, locally owned business, our mission is to craft beverages that our partners and their customers can trust and enjoy. Guided by our vision to be a leader in the beverage industry, we're driven by innovation, efficiency, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Led by a hands-on CEO and supported by a dedicated leadership team, Proper Beverage is a place where hard work is recognized, career growth is encouraged, and every employee has the opportunity to make a real impact. We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, and a collaborative environment where people can thrive both personally and professionally.

Job Information

Job Summary

The Facilities Technician is responsible for maintaining the overall condition, functionality, and appearance of Proper Beverage Company’s facilities, grounds, and supporting infrastructure. This role performs preventative maintenance, repairs, inspections, and general facility upkeep to ensure a safe, clean, and efficient work environment. The Facilities Technician works closely with maintenance, production, safety, and leadership teams to support daily operations, maintain building systems, and address facility-related issues in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

Facility Maintenance & Repairs

• Perform routine maintenance and repair activities throughout the facility, including offices, production areas, warehouses, and common spaces.
• Troubleshoot and repair facility-related issues.
• Respond promptly to facilities maintenance requests and work orders.
• Maintain facility equipment and infrastructure in safe working condition.

Preventive Maintenance

• Execute preventative maintenance activities on building systems and facility equipment.
• Perform routine inspections to identify potential maintenance concerns before they become larger issues.
• Maintain preventive maintenance schedules and documentation.

Building Systems Support

• Monitor facility systems including HVAC, lighting, plumbing, compressed air, water treatment, disposal systems, and utility systems.
• Coordinate with specialized contractors and service providers when necessary.

Grounds Maintenance & Exterior Upkeep

• Assist with maintaining facility grounds, parking lots, sidewalks, and exterior areas.
• Assist with snow removal, ice management, and seasonal grounds maintenance activities.
• Monitor exterior lighting, signage, fencing, and building appearance.

Documentation & Work Order Management

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and inspection documentation.
• Document repairs, preventive maintenance activities, and facility improvements.
• Track recurring maintenance issues and communicate trends to leadership.
• Maintain critical spare parts inventory for facility maintenance.

Emergency Response & Troubleshooting

• Respond to facility emergencies and urgent maintenance issues as needed.
• Be available on an on-call, as-needed basis to respond to facility emergencies outside of scheduled working hours, including leaks, burst pipes, utility failures, and other situations requiring immediate attention.
• Assist in restoring facility operations following equipment or infrastructure failures.

All other duties as assigned

Experience & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training, trade certification, or related education, preferred.
• 2+ years of facility maintenance, building maintenance, property maintenance, industrial maintenance, or related experience, preferred.
• Experience working in manufacturing, warehouse, industrial, or commercial facilities, preferred.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general building maintenance practices.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with basic computer systems and maintenance documentation.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.