Maintenance Technician – 1st Shift - Manufacturing & Facilities; Level I–III

Summary:

The Plant Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing purchased equipment and GF‑built assembly fixtures used throughout Operations to ensure production teams can safely assemble and build high‑quality products. This role supports equipment reliability, assists with fixture design and cell layout optimization, and performs facility repairs as needed across the site. Multiple technician levels exist to support skill development, technical progression, and long‑term growth within the department.

• Technician Level I – Performs ongoing preventive maintenance of assembly fixtures, updates maintenance database and documentation as needed; maintains critical equipment list; manages maintenance inventory supplies for critical equipment to minimize line downtime; orders supplies as needed; ensures facility adheres to OSHA, Building Code and LEED Standards while performing basic building repairs and audits; prioritizes safety and ergonomic tasks; cross‑trains other associates with training material and updates training materials as needed;
  
  backs up facilities personnel when needed; completes Role Standard Work and delivers all other duties as assigned.
• Technician Level II – Performs ongoing preventive maintenance of workstations, equipment, and machinery according to specifications to ensure quality products are built; updates maintenance database and documentation as needed; writes and maintains equipment maintenance procedures and operating instructions; conducts daily routine checks through the building to ensure the building and equipment is in good working condition; reports any concerns to management immediately;
  
  conducts safety programs and critical processes training and supports documentation updates; provides assistance when building emergencies occur; ensures facility adheres to OSHA, Building Code, LEED Standards while performing intermediate‑level building repairs, installation and audits.
• Technician Level III – Troubleshoots and evaluates line‑down issues as needed; recommends solutions; works inter‑departmentally or with contractors; researches new facilities equipment; adheres to OSHA, Building Code and LEED Standards while performing building repairs, installations, modifications and audits; may flex schedule to supervise or perform activities off regular normal business hours.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Set or follow priorities to complete assignments and fulfill responsibilities.
• Ensure high‑quality work output; plan, organize, and coordinate work efficiently; meet assigned deadlines.
• Demonstrate commitment, cooperation, flexibility, and ability to work well with minimal supervision.
• Ability to learn and apply new skills, keep abreast of current developments.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems, exhibit sound and accurate judgment, follow safety and security procedures, and provide recommendations and improvements.
• Communicate unsafe or risky situations immediately.

• Experience with forklift/scissor lift.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Solid Works or similar software preferred.
• Experience with MS Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and internet research.
• 10‑hour OSHA, Fire Extinguisher, Fall Protection, Fire Sprinklers, Building Code and LEED knowledge.
• Technician Level I – Associate’s degree (A.A. or A.S.) or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school; basic electricity, HVAC, plumbing, painting, landscaping and similar facilities repair knowledge.
• Technician Level II – Three to six years related experience doing facilities repairs and installations in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, cooling tower, lighting, roofing, concrete and similar; experience with machine guarding, welding process, air compressors, crane, motors, pumps, sliding doors or similar facilities equipment preferred; 24‑hour OSHA certification.
• Technician Level III – Six plus years related experience doing facilities repairs in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, lighting, roofing, concrete, painting, patching and similar; 2+ years with machine guarding, welding process, air compressors, crane, motors, pumps, sliding doors or similar facilities equipment; driving heavy equipment preferred; 24‑hour OSHA and RCRA certification.

Hourly Range: $26/hr – $33/hr (Level I:
Entry‑2 yrs – preventive maintenance, basic facility repairs;
Level II: 3‑6 yrs – equipment troubleshooting, procedures, safety leadership; Level III: 6+ yrs – advanced troubleshooting, project work, vendor coordination)