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At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive.
Company Overview
Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day.® by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar General atwww.dollargeneral.com/about-us.html.
Job Details
Oversees the daily activities of the distribution center maintenance function to ensure rapid response to requests for repair or service. Identifies maintenance and system performance indicators. Participates in the development of and communicates action plans for improvement. Responsible for interior and exterior upkeep of distribution center facility and grounds.
DUTIES RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Monitors and evaluates the overall performance of the ammonia refrigeration system and equipment
- Maintain a fleet of material handling equipment including electric forks, pallet jacks and stock pickers
- Maintain lead acid batteries and charging
- Maintain facility equipment including high speed doors, dock equipment, balers, compactors
- Coordinate preventative maintenance programs and schedules to reduce or eliminate operational downtime
- Monitors sanitation team performance and completion of tasks in support of regulatory and organizational sanitation goals and requirements
- Coordinates with DC employees to make repairs or changes to systems
- Identifies and communicates maintenance department performance indicators
- Collaborates with DC supervisors, managers and corporate maintenance personnel regarding current and future infrastructures and mechanical buildings/facilities needs and to helps develop action plans
- Coordinates multiple mechanical and facilities projects simultaneously
- Reviews departmental strategic goals and performance goals with site leadership
- Processes site maintenance invoices in accordance with organizational processes and assists DC General Manager in development of the yearly capital plan
- Monitors outside vendors, contractors and other third parties
- Monitors facility compliance to OSHA and EPA standards, including Process Safety Management and Risk Management Plans and maintains safety manual
- Assists with OSHA, EPA, DHS, DEA, FDA, FCC, Department of Health, and other regulatory agencies as appropriate or necessary
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
- Analytical skills and strong attention to detail
- Ability to read drawings and schematics, electrical, mechanical, and voice and data communication drawings, and various diagrams
- Working knowledge of computer maintenance management systems
- Working knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems including compressors, vessels, condensers, evaporators, pumps, and safety systems
- Working knowledge of electrical, security and fire protection systems
- Comprehension of fire protection and security alarm reports, capital variance reports, and OSHA requirements/logs
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Computer skills: Word, Excel, AutoCad systems, and beginning level PLC knowledge
- Competency to develop the required skill set of the technicians
EXPERIENCE /OR EDUCATION:
- Experience as a maintenance supervisor
- Experience in ammonia refrigerated or similarly refrigerated distribution center environment
- RETA certification preferred
- Vocational training or college technical training preferred
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- On-call twenty-four hours per day, seven days a week to support distribution center operations
- Exposure to dust and noise
- Exposure to extreme heat and cold, including freezers, coolers for long periods of time
