Facilities Specialist

Facilities Specialist – Newark, DE

The position reports to the Facilities Manager and is fully on-site at our Newark, DE facility.

• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on building and building systems requested by clients.
• Prioritize daily activities and work order scheduling.
• Keep management informed on progress and delays of all preventive maintenance work orders, related jobs, and other repair activities.
• Ensure timely completion of properly authorized work orders in a cost‑effective manner.
• Respond to client questions on contracted maintenance activities and resolve problems professionally and promptly.
• Interact courteously with client staff, vendors, and the public; maintain effective working relationships with other staff and cooperate with the Supervisor to meet departmental and client objectives.
• Participate in safety training and meetings; use safe working practices at all times.
• Respond to emergencies as requested and coordinate after‑hours work activities and repairs.
• Inspect completed work for conformance with requirements of local building and safety codes.
• Assist Equipment Maintenance technicians on production line repairs, preventive maintenance, and equipment/facility upgrades.
• Execute additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Install highly technical mechanical equipment according to the manufacturer’s recommendations in a timely manner to avoid lengthy downtimes.
• Complete periodic maintenance of equipment and machinery by following the recommended upkeep schedule.
• Troubleshoot common issues with equipment and assist operators in restoring productive mode.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• 3+ years of proven facilities experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) preferred.
• Ability to work efficiently with cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to understand and resolve facilities/equipment repair issues independently.
• Superior written and verbal communication, active listening skills.
• Highly motivated self‑starter, capable of self‑management with minimal oversight.
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to establish effective cross‑functional relationships.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Strong knowledge of skilled trades such as HVAC, electrical, or carpentry.
• Excellent understanding of mechanical systems and parts.

• Must be able to traverse property and facility to diagnose building issues and plan repairs or maintenance.
• Must be physically capable of performing repairs when needed; use hands and fingers to operate machinery controls and computers throughout the shift.
• Visual acuity sufficient for product inspection and reading digital/printed materials.
• Hearing ability to detect alarms and communicate effectively with staff.
• Ability to perform essential tasks with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand/walk for up to 10–12 hours per shift.
• Occasionally lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must wear PPE (safety glasses, safety‑toed boots) in required areas.

Salary Ranges: $26.80 - $38.58 per hour.

Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable laws, for known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless undue hardship would result.

Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.