Painter / Facility Technician

Riviana Foods Inc. is a world class leader in the rice sector and is America’s largest processor, marketer, and distributor of branded and private label rice products. Riviana brands are well known for their quality and excellence. Key brands include Adolphus®, Blue Ribbon®, Colusa Rose®, Carolina®, Comet®, Gourmet House®, Mahatma®, Minute®, River®, RiceSelect®, Sello Rojo®, Success® and Water Maid®. Riviana Foods is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ebro Foods, S.A., a multinational food group operating in the rice, pasta and sauces sectors. Based in Spain, Ebro Foods has commercial and/or industrial presence in more than 25 countries in Europe, North America, Asia and Africa, through its extensive network of subsidiaries and brands.

Painter / Facility Technician

Riviana Foods is looking for a person who is proud of their work, is accountable for getting things done and who will own the role. We are looking for someone who has industrial painting expertise and experience, plus a solid understanding of facility operational needs and preventative maintenance associated work tasks.  Under the direction of the facility and utility management team, the Facilities Painting Technician is responsible for leading, overseeing, reviewing, and participating in the maintenance and repair of plant's facilities with a primary focus on interior and exterior painting and upkeep of the building.   This includes all interior and exterior doors, walls, bollards, etc.  Drywall installation and finishing is a must, along with floor tile replacement, baseboard trim, and window glass replacement (preferred).  Proper use of measuring instruments to hang presentation boards, add and remove wall anchors, and effect repairs on any damaged or modified applications.  Must also be able to assist with other facility related tasks such as ceiling tiles, plumbing repairs, and any other duties as assigned by management.  The role will be a M-F (days 7 - 3) position with limited overtime, and work schedule may occasionally be adjusted based on plant needs

Key Responsibilities
 

Facilities

• Inspect and report building defects as they occur
• Perform a variety of routine semi-skilled maintenance for facilities, including, but not limited to carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical trades work
• Ensures that facilities are available for use and consistently maintained in a safe and clean condition
• Inspect facilities and grounds for safety; identify, correct and report hazardous conditions and facility maintenance needs to supervisor
• Perform general maintenance duties inside and outside of facilities; install and repair drywall masonry and tile; perform maintenance painting including application of paints, varnishes, and lacquers; install, repair, and adjust appliances; perform necessary preparation and clean-up work
• Operate various maintenance equipment and hand and power tools in a safe and efficient manner

Contractor work:

• Inspects work of contractor for conformity to specifications; recommend corrective actions as necessary
• Provide courteous customer service; respond to questions and inquiries from staff regarding Work Requests

Compliance:

• Complies with all internal and external policies, procedures and regulation
• Keeps work areas organized and sanitary according to set standards
• Follows standard operating processes and procedures
• Adheres to GMP’s, HACCP, OSHA and company policies and procedures
• Responsible for own personal safety and safety of others in working area

Education

• A high school diploma/GED equivalency is required

Experience

• A minimum of 5 years' demonstrated hands-on industrial, not commerical, painting is required
• A minimum of 3 years' background in facilities maintenance is required
• Any painting or facility management certification is preferred

Key Attributes for Success

• Self-starter - someone who will review daily job lists/responsibilities and gets started on their own
• Excellent documentation - the person in this role must maintain a high degree of record accuracy - documenting all activity and materials needed and used in this role
• Strong communication skills - much proactively share daily/weekly/monthly work requirements at all levels and be able to effectively and accurately deliver spot on reporting on work status to management and operations leaders as needed
• Strong estimating skills - must be able to identify quantity and quality of materials needed to do the job, while ensuring inventory remains low while not running out of supplies
• Use of a framing square and tape measure
• Use of power tools and what they are called
• Basic carpentry skills
• Explain paint finishes, gloss, semi-gloss and flat & explain when to use each
• Explain proper prep and application of oil based paint, water based paint and epoxy paint
• Explain preparation to paint steel, concrete and wood
• Use of caulk gun and how to apply
• Cut and install panel sheeting
• Work at heights up to 40’
• Drywall experience including install and repair, mudding and taping
• Concrete repairs and new installation
• Understanding of 5S adherence

Our global reach is an important factor in Riviana's success.  As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ebro Foods, S.A., the world leader in rice sector, we take a world view of the rice business and draw upon the global resources of our parent company.

Riviana Foods Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, citizenship where legally permitted to work, or any other protected category under federal, state or local law, regulation or ordinance.  This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations.