Job Title:  Facilities Maintenance Technician

Are you an ambitious individual seeking a new and exciting opportunity? Do you want to work in a supportive environment with room to grow? Do you want great pay and benefits while also having a good work/life balance? Then we want YOU!

We have an immediate full-time opening for a Facilities Maintenance Technician. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing routine semi-skilled work, and general plant and equipment maintenance and repairs for assigned facility location(s).

What you will do:

• Work under general direction with a minimum of supervision 
• Responsible for overall facility maintenance tasks inside and outside of the building including cleaning, room setup, and other tasks as assigned.
• Perform a wide range of tasks involved in maintaining general plant, HVAC, electrical and other equipment
• Follow and complete Preventative Maintenance schedule
• Manage, maintain and operate Plant wastewater evaporator
• Manage and maintain Plant Regulated Waste areas
• Coordinate on-call waste disposal: Construction dumpster, scrap metal, hazardous/regulated waste, etc.
• Assist with installing special equipment such as ducts, guards
• Assist with diagnosing and replacing or repair defective parts, troubleshoot
• Maintain plant operating equipment including airlines, tanks, heating plants, HVAC and general utilities distribution equipment
• Maintain records, data, and other pertinent information on repairs of machines
• Maintain company vehicle.
• Maintain supply of belts, hoses, filters, etc. for immediate use.
• Follow all safety regulations
• Maintain personal production and quality standards as determined by supervisor
• Maintain area in a clean and orderly condition
• Perform similar and other related duties as instructed or required
• Follow standard practices and procedures as outlined by policy
• Be available to work both scheduled overtime as well as on-call overtime.

What we are looking for:

• Ability to speak Spanish is not required but preferred.
• High school diploma or GED; 3-5 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred safety and manufacturing certifications: forklift, First Aid, CPR, AED.
• Required background and knowledge of general maintenance with mechanical aptitude, as well as some electrical experience and understanding.
• General and basic knowledge of using power tools (drills, hammers, saws), plumbing, painting, and carpentry.

 Additional Characteristics:

• This position works as both an individual contributor and in a team environment. Must be able to multitask, prioritize, and communicate effectively between departments and leadership.
• Ability to respond effectively to emergency situations that may arise.
• Must have the ability to fabricate for workstation modifications.
• While performing duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to perform various physical duties such as using hands, reaching, standing, crouching, sitting, climbing, etc.
• This position requires the ability to lift 30-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-30 lbs. frequently, and up to 10 lbs. constantly.
• Ability to hear and see clearly is required to maintain personal and facility safety.
• Good manual dexterity and visual acuity are required.
• This position may be exposed to various industrial cleaning chemicals, oils, and vibrations.