Facilities Maintenance Technician

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At PLI Manufacturing, a company of Phoenix Defense, our team members have incredible opportunities to support fabrication work of critical aerospace/space products for prime initiatives and projects in the aerospace and defense industries. We look for people who are team players, collaborative, and bring bold new ideas. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best‑in‑class service to our customers while offering the opportunity for career growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment.

• Conduct regular cleaning & facility maintenance/repair tasks (i.e., electrical, carpentry, painting, plumbing etc.)
• Maintain day‑to‑day operations of facilities, such as delegating or completing maintenance orders.
• Perform weekly/monthly maintenance on production machinery and equipment as outlined by ERP System.
• Monitor the safety and cleanliness of interior and exterior areas, such as offices, conference rooms, parking lots and outdoor recreation spaces.
• Schedule routine inspections and emergency repairs with outside vendors.
• Ensure proper security measures for the workplace, including collaborating with security system vendors or a team of security professionals.
• Create reports on maintenance, repairs, safety and other occurrences for supervisors and other relevant staff.
• Prepare facilities for changing weather conditions.
• Collaborate with building owners and upper management on budgeting for facility’s needs.
• Build and repair custom form boards to specifications.
• Operate and maintain forklift and scissor lift.
• Work to improve 5S across shop floor. Provide input and implement action items.
• Identify and work to resolve any safety issues inside and outside of building.

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• 7+ years of maintenance experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Competent in using hand and electrical tools.
• Ability to read technical manual and drawings.
• Ability to plan and manage facility maintenance projects and drive safety initiatives.
• Working knowledge of MS Office, specifically Excel and Word.
• Physical stamina and dexterity.
• Forklift and scissor lift experience/certifications required.

• Ability to maintain equipment maintenance records in ERP system.
• Ability to keep equipment and facilities in proper working condition and maintained following manufacturer’s instructions.
• Ability to work with ISC personnel to keep all tools and gauges in calibration.
• Ability to work with production leads to ensure no customer impact due to equipment or machinery failures.
• Troubleshooting skills — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
• Critical thinking skills — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
• Maintain a safe work environment and resolve issues quickly.

• 401K
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Accrued PTO and 10 paid holidays
• Tuition assistance for professional growth

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Defense and Space Manufacturing