Whitestown, Indiana, USA
1 day ago
Lead Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Green Rabbit, recently acquired by Performance Food Group and working under their Vistar Retail Segment, is a cold storage facility and we are looking for a 1st shift Maintenance Lead to work in our warehouse. Weekends could be required at times. 
We Deliver the Goods:

Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more

Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system

Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Summary

The Lead Maintenance Technician is responsible for leading daily maintenance execution within the facility while remaining hands-on with troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance activities. This role serves as the technical lead for the maintenance team, coordinating work, supporting technician development, and ensuring the safe, reliable operation of critical building and production systems.

This position is ideal for an experienced maintenance professional who enjoys leading by example, improving equipment reliability, and working in a modern, safety-focused operation.
 

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Coordination

Lead and coordinate daily maintenance activities for the assigned area or shift

Prioritize work orders and respond to equipment issues to minimize downtime

Support onboarding and training of maintenance technicians and trainees

Provide break coverage and ensure continuity of maintenance support

Serve as a technical resource and point of escalation for complex issues

Maintenance & Technical Execution

Perform troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of:

Refrigeration systems

HVAC systems

Air compressors

Production and warehouse equipment

Facility infrastructure and building systems

Support preventive maintenance (PM) execution and continuous improvement efforts

Assist with installations, modifications, and equipment upgrades

Maintain accurate documentation and work order records (CMMS or equivalent)

Safety, Quality & Reliability

Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety policies and procedures

Support safe operation of ammonia refrigeration systems (where applicable)

Maintain housekeeping standards within maintenance areas

Escalate safety, equipment, or reliability concerns as needed


Authority & Decision-Making


Prioritize maintenance work within assigned area or shift

Make real-time decisions to address equipment issues and downtime

Recommend equipment shutdowns, repairs, or corrective actions when safety or reliability is at risk

Partner with operations leadership to align maintenance priorities

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