Apprentice Tech, Maintenance

Barry Callebaut • Saint Albans City, VT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This successful candidate will attend classes and receive hands-on training to become a fully trained technician. The candidate will be expected to take on higher level maintenance tasks as the program progresses. The duration of the program is two (2) years. Upon successful completion the apprentice will transition to a full-time Maintenance Technician.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, required
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Ability to work at high heights, ie. on roofs, aerial lifts, elevated platforms, up to 50 feet while wearing fall protection and proper PPE
• Able to lift 75 lbs, frequently with mechanical assistance
• Able to lift 50 lbs, regularly
• Able to lift 100 lbs, occasionally
• Kneel, squat, bend, stoop; frequently
• Twist, stretch, reach overhead, frequently
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Able to walk up and down stairs, frequently
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures inside and outside the facility
• Noise level can exceed .85 decibels
• Finger dexterity
• Ability to use computer screens for periods of time
• Ability to sit for periods of time

Nice To Haves

• Experience using computers, preferred

Responsibilities

• Observe all safety, sanitation, GMP and HACCP requirements
• Participate in hands-on learning through a twenty four (24) month internal program
• Installing, maintaining (PM’s), trouble shooting and repairing mechanical and electrical issues
• Cross-functional learning with Maintenance Department
• Participate in team activities including quality, safety and root cause analysis

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• 12 paid holidays
• generous PTO
• your birthday off
• Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility
• An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature.
• Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth
• Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED