Building Maintenance Technician

Franklin Logistics is a local, family owned business started in 1985. Franklin Logistics has expanded to 5 locations in the Chambersburg, PA area and has grown into a premier 3PL provider and industrial developer. With over 35 years of experience of supply chain solutions, Franklin Logistics provides warehousing, trans-loading, and transportation for businesses.

Franklin Logistics takes extreme ownership in our customers’ needs while delivering world class service. We embrace change and are relentless about improvement while investing in our relationships and honoring our commitments.

Job Summary:

The Building Maintenance Technician will perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned equipment and facilities including plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, heating and cooling, and other building systems. The Building Maintenance Technician performs work in multiple locations within the Chambersburg, PA area.

Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Starting Pay Rate will be evaluated based on experience.

Essential Job Duties:

• Inspects and identifies equipment or machines in need of repair.
• Troubleshoots issues to determine necessary repairs.
• Respond to maintenance requests from leadership team in a timely manner.
• Plans repair work using building’s blueprints or equipment manual as needed.
• Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing dock plates and overhead doors, and other building fixtures.
• Performs routine maintenance on building systems including heater boxes, fans, plumbing, electrical, and water/sewer pump systems.
• Maintains documentation of inspections and problems.
• Orders supplies and materials needed for repairs and maintenance.
• Coordinate and communicate with contractors/ vendors as required.
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations and protocols during all maintenance tasks.
• Snow removal and yard clean up.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Equipment operation: skid steer, pay loader, and other Non-CDL vehicle operations
• Knowledge of general carpentry and repair.
• Ability to use hand tools (SAE) and power tools.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Familiarity with field service operations and the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification or Associates Degree with a focus on plumbing, drywall, electrical and wiring, or related field highly preferred.
• Experience in both commercial and residential maintenance preferred.
• Company specific on-the-job training offered.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, bending, kneeling and climbing.
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces.
• Must be able to lift/ carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work at heights (on rooftops, operating scissor and boom lifts).
• Comfortable working in varying weather conditions (outdoors and indoors).
• Must have physical stamina to handle extended shifts and physically demanding tasks.

All employees receive:

• Paid on the job training
• A safe, clean, and respectful workplace
• Opportunity to advance within the organization
• Employee appreciation and engagement events
• Employee recognition and continuous performance feedback

Full-time employees receive: (after 60 days of successful employment)

• Paid Holidays and vacation time
• Paid Time Off for employee’s birthday
• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401k with annual discretionary match after one year of employment

Franklin Logistics is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status and complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Applicants requiring special accommodations during and after the application process can contact our Human Resources department at (717) 262-2906.