Maintenance Technician Lead - The Pond Guy : Job Details

Are you a hands-on leader who enjoys troubleshooting and solving maintenance challenges? Are you skilled at managing maintenance schedules while responding to urgent repairs? Do you thrive on training and mentoring a team to achieve peak performance? If you answered yes to any of the questions above, then we need you as our Maintenance Technician Lead! See the details of the position below. The Pond Guy / Airmax, Inc. is the leading manufacturer and distributor of pond, lake, and water garden products-including aeration systems, fountains, and water treatments-to a nationwide network of end-users and Airmax dealers. Watch now to learn more about The Pond Guy: Job Description With a reputation for fast delivery, quality and superior customer service, our Maintenance Technician Lead is a critical contributor to ensuring our facilities remain functional and safe for our employees. This is a working leadership position. Under the guidance of the Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for leading a team of Maintenance Technicians to conduct building maintenance issues spanning approximately 200,000 square feet spanning across multiple facilities. Expect clear examples of what level of quality is expected. As we continue to grow, our need for someone like you grows as well. Responsibilities Here are some examples of the actual work your day would include.

• Communicates with leadership about facility and maintenance needs, creates daily/weekly maintenance plan in order of priority; performs and assigns these tasks to maintenance technicians and self
• Oversees and performs preventative building maintenance duties and monthly building checks
• Maintains ticketing system for both daily/monthly maintenance tasks and equipment maintenance
• Troubleshoots minor maintenance problems involving electrical, structural, plumbing and equipment repair or replacement
• Perform complex troubleshooting of equipment such as fillers, form fill and seal packet machine, mixers, tablet presses, liquid pumping, and liquid filling
• Troubleshoot control systems using PC's and PLC's
• Maintain functional operation of various critical automated material handling systems throughout the production process including conveyors, automated warehouse, pneumatic lifts, and product transfer systems
• Assist Operations department with maintaining a high level of equipment up time
• Coordinate projects and repairs with engineering and other in-house support groups
• Oversee technical repairs performed by outside contractors on process equipment; Contact equipment manufacturers and vendors for information
• Performs general construction including painting and repairs and repair
• Light janitorial tasks including maintaining public and private spaces; Duties will include some vacuuming, mopping, surface cleaning, floor polishing and bathroom services

Don't know about ponds? That's ok! You'll be trained to be proficient in your job. We utilize an interactive combination of hands-on and visual training to ensure everyone has a full understanding of TPG, Inc.'s proactive approach to pond management. Skill Set To be successful in this role, you need to have a certain amount of knowledge and skills:

• 3- 5 years in facilities maintenance experience
• Strong ability to plan, prioritize and delegate tasks efficiently and within budget
• Experience working with trades related to building maintenance and repair
• Knowledge of machinery, equipment and tools necessary for the maintenance and repair of buildings
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics
• Skill in using hand and power tools
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Skills in reading and following assembly instructions
• Must possess a valid Michigan Driver's License with a clean driving record
• Forklift experience a plus

Because this position provides a variety of tasks, physical requirements are required for both an in-office and in-the-field environment. This position requires manual dexterity for typing, sitting at a desk and looking at a computer screen for typing for long periods of time. This position also requires the ability to swim, ability to work from elevated positions with proper PPE, manual dexterity for working with small components, ability to complete repetitive motions for long periods of time, bending, continual lifting, lowering and carrying packages that typically weigh 25 - 50 lbs. and managing packages up to 150 lbs as well as standing/stooping for long periods of time. In the field, expect adverse weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, etc. for portions of the position that may be completed in these circumstances. We need a self-motivated Maintenance Technician Lead that has a desire to become an expert while creating procedures with precision and quality. You'll need the ability to learn quickly through training and work independently in a fast-paced environment. This person should continually add value to the organization beyond their day-to-day tasks. Availability You must be available to work between the hours of 7am and 4:30pm Monday - Friday with the occasional evening or weekend projects that must be done outside of normal business hours. Compensation This is a full-time salaried position with benefits. Benefits include:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Healthcare
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday pay effective immediately (8 holidays recognized)
• 401k with employer 4% match and revenue sharing
• Referral program with opportunities to earn up to $1,500 per referral
• Additional Training Programs: Career Development and Department Shadows

Company Overview TPG, Inc. is a growing company with over 160 employees. We are a manufacturing company for pond, lake and water garden supplies with customers in all 50 states servicing both wholesale and end-users. We have customers with large ponds used for swimming, fishing and ice skating and customers with decorative water gardens containing Koi, waterfalls, and plants. Our mission is to help the world enjoy ponds by being passionate, knowledgeable and providing innovative solutions. TPG, Inc. is not just a team, we're a tribe. A tribe is more like a family and is ongoing. We have fun, pursue our goals, and help each other grow. Becoming part of TPG, Inc. means more than getting a job it's a career move. We will give you the support you need to grow with us. Company Divisions TPG, Inc. encompasses a family of businesses to support customers in all pond aspects. Airmax, Inc. - business-to-business and manufacturing. airmaxeco.com The Pond Guy, Inc. - direct-to-consumer. thepondguy.com The Pond Guy, Inc. - local services division. weknowponds.com How To Apply For Position Step 1: Submit Resume. Step 2: If selected for further review, you will receive a request to take a ten-minute survey. Please complete the survey within three days of receipt. Step 3: If selected for further review, you will be contacted for an interview. The Pond Guy, Inc. prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a drug/toxins test and background check. 400000_406_Maintenance Technician Lead