This outline is intended to describe the general nature and level of expectations of the employee and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of what is required; nor do they imply or establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assist Maintenance Supervisor with ensuring building services such as general maintenance, utility systems including heating and cooling, water, steam, compressed air, electricity, are kept in good repair and operational as to limit critical disruptions to the business.
Follow preventative maintenance schedules to applicable equipment to ensure minimal disruption and assist with coordinating repairs in a safe & timely manner.
Communicate effectively with stakeholders & contractors when systems are brought offline due to system upgrades, routine maintenance, and emergency repairs of the system.
Respond to maintenance requests.
Verify facility fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers, and security systems are operational and follow maintenance/inspection schedules as required.
Monitor the facility security services including personnel, building access systems, fencing/gates for potential threats and or vulnerabilities.
Emergency contact for responding to building alarms during and after work hours (Alvin location).
Provide support to external locations as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
Comply with all local, city, state and federal requirements when complying with safety.
Work with Maintenance Supervisor to perform inspections of facility to ensure safe operations and that potentially hazardous equipment and chemicals are identified and properly labeled.
Monitor for leaks and spills of equipment and chemicals around the facility and alert the Maintenance Supervisor of any findings.
Ensure familiarity with SDS for chemicals used in maintenance and building services and assist with proper disposal of such chemicals in accordance with required guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 21 or older and possess and maintain a valid Driver License.
Experience with computers and MS Office.
Experience with ensuring tasks and contractor projects are completed safely and on time.
Must be able to travel within the United States and its Territories via car, truck, airplane.
Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed for special circumstances.
5 or more years of experience (preferred not required) in building and mechanical equipment maintenance and repair and any of the following: general construction, electrical systems, HVAC, or plumbing systems.

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience or certifications in general construction, electrical systems, HVAC, or plumbing systems is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

Expected to perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and physical requirements of this role with or without reasonable accommodation within the described work environment.

Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking level and unleveled surfaces for periodic periods throughout the day including flooded rice fields. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques required. Must be able to lift 50-pound bag of seed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work and training locations may include office and warehouse environments. May also include dry, muddy, or flooded fields, and other outside environmental situations including extreme heat/cold, rainy, or sunny conditions.

RiceTec, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.

RiceTec, Inc.

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