Buildings & Grounds Maintenance Technician

Location: Edinburgh

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Buildings & Grounds Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the physical condition, safety, and cleanliness of the facility and surrounding property. This role ensures that building systems, grounds, and infrastructure are well-maintained to support efficient, safe, and compliant production operations.

POSITION

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform routine inspection, maintenance, and repairs of interior and exterior building structures

Maintain and troubleshoot basic building systems, (lighting, HVAC support, plumbing fixtures)
Maintain lighting systems, replace fixtures and bulbs, and address general electrical issues within scope

Complete painting, patching and general upkeep of production and office areas

Coordinate minor construction and facility projects

Maintain and inspect facility racking systems to ensure stability, safe storage, and compliance with standards

Ensure production and office areas are clean, organized, and safe Ensure cleanliness, organization, and readiness and operational readiness of both interior and exterior facility areas for daily operations and audits

Ensure exterior property including lawns, parking lots, sidewalks, landscaping, drainage, safety requirements, etc are maintained

Report and coordinate repairs for pavement, drainage, and exterior structures

Support preventive maintenance programs and building infrastructure

Coordinate with external contractors and specialized repairs & inspections

Serve as primary point of contact for external contractors including HVAC, plumbing, lawn care, landscaping, & snow removal

Monitor seasonal needs, coordinate services, and ensure contractors maintain grounds to company expectations and safety standards

Supervise contractor work onsite to ensure safety compliance and quality of work Verify completion of services and approve work according to scope and standards

Track vendor performance, service records and recurring maintenance schedules

Assist in obtaining quotes and coordinating with management on vendor selection

Follow all safety policies and OSHA regulations

Identify and report safety hazards

Maintain compliance with environmental and waste disposal requirements

Support emergency response and facility readiness

Maintain maintenance logs, inspection reports, and work orders

Track service schedules and ensure timely completion of recurring maintenance

Assist with facility systems and support maintenance team activities as needed

Support continuous improvement initiatives related to facility efficiency and safety

Respond to facility-related requests in a timely manner

All other duties assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

NONEEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE High school diploma or GED preferred3+ years of experience in building maintenance, facilities maintenance or similar role Experience in manufacturing environment preferred

Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems Forklift Certification or ability to obtain

Basic understanding of manufacturing facility infrastructure

KNOWLEDGE Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general repair

Basic computer skills for tracking work orders and service records

Familiarity with industrial facility systems and equipment

Ability to operate buildings & groundskeeping equipment

SKILLS & ABILITIES Experience coordinating and working with external contractors and/or vendors

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Ability to read and follow maintenance manuals and procedures

Strong Communication and organizational skills

Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple service schedules

Reliability with strong attention to detail and follow-through

Safety-focused mindset

Problem-solving and prioritization skills

Ability to work independently and cross-functionally

OTHER REQUIREMENTSOccasional Weekends Occasional Evenings Occasional travel to training seminars, compliance workshops, or sister facilities.

Flexibility to work outside standard hours, including evenings or weekends, as required by operational needs.

Occasional overtime or on-call responsibilities

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Exposed to work in manufacturing /machining area settings with exposure to oil, coolant, and metal residues

Combination of office, manufacturing floor, and outdoor environments

Exposure to industrial noise, machinery, and weather conditions

Requires long periods of standing and/or sitting

At times, work is completed in a manufacturing facility always requiring appropriate protective equipment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Lift and carry a maximum of 50 pounds

Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions and temperatures typical of manufacturing settings

Wear protective eyewear and/or other protective gear correctly

Frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, climbing ladders, crawling, reaching, crouching, twisting, lifting, and pushing
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