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Maintenance Technician Hourly (Part Time)

Central Garden & Pet
$30.00 - $35.00 Hourly
United States, Maryland, Burtonsville
Sep 12, 2025
Job Details
Job Location
Burtonsville Greenhouse - Burtonsville, MD
Position Type
Part Time
 
Salary Range
$30.00 - $35.00 Hourly
Description

The Maintenance Technician will assist in overseeing the maintenance, repair, upgrades, and improvements of our facility. This role will perform regular maintenance and repairs of the facility, production equipment, plumbing-PVC, and general housekeeping of the building, grounds, and greenhouse. This is a hands-on role requiring knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, maintenance, and the installation and repair of equipment. The Maintenance Technician will oversee technical projects, perform complex troubleshooting, and coordinate daily operations to ensure the smooth running of systems, equipment, or processes in a fast-paced, dynamic environment


Qualifications

Tasks and Responsibilities



  • Assist with the planning and execution of daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance schedules or technical projects.

  • Act as the go-to technical expert for resolving complex issues across various systems and equipment.



  • Lead troubleshooting efforts for mechanical, electrical, or system failures and ensure quick resolution to minimize downtime





  • Perform preventative and scheduled maintenance on plant equipment, ensuring functionality and reliability of all mechanical systems





  • Install and maintain new equipment





  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all technical tasks, repairs, and system updates.





  • Troubleshoot mechanical and/or electrical issues


  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned


Skills & Competencies




  • Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed





  • Ability to lift 40 pounds





  • Ability to drive maintenance equipment





  • Works well in both a team environment and independently





  • Availability for on-call shifts, overtime, and weekend work, depending on operational needs.




Requirements




  • Must understand the technical systems, equipment, or machinery relevant to the industry (e.g., HVAC, IT systems, manufacturing equipment, etc.).





  • Strong communication skills





  • Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to address complex technical issues quickly and efficiently.





  • Ability to perform under minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment in problem solving




Working Conditions




  • Distribution Center and Greenhouses require the ability to sit, stand and walk as needed





  • Work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with potential exposure to hazardous materials or industrial settings




Physical Demands:

Must be able to bend, twist, turn, climb, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the workday.




  • Continuously (67% < 100% of the time worked)





  • Frequently (34% < 66% of the time worked)





  • Occasionally (10% < 33% of the time worked)





  • Seldom (1 - 10% of the time worked)





  • Not At All (0% of the time worked)
















Activity



Extent*



Activity



Extent*



Sitting



O



Squatting



O



Standing



F



Pushing



F



Walking (Even)



F



Grasping



C



Walking (Rough)



O



Kneeling



O



Lifting



F



Climbing



O



Carrying



F



Reach Overhead



O



Turning



F



Reach Forward



F



Twisting



F



Pulling



F



Bending



F







Environmental Conditions:










Condition



Extent*



Condition



Extent*



Inside



O



Wet



O



Outside



F



Dry



F



Heat



F



Humid



O



Cold



O



Dust



O



Changing Temperature



O



Noise



S



All successful applicants should expect to undergo a screening for prohibited levels of drugs prior to beginning employment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.


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