Facilities Technician

Job Summary:

Install, maintain, and repair various mechanical equipment and systems to ensure that buildings and equipment are operationally ready and functioning efficiently. This includes performing routine preventive maintenance and periodic repair functions on equipment including fork trucks, vehicles, manual machines, sandblast equipment, welding equipment, cranes, hand tools, power tools, hydraulic systems, compressed air systems, and HVAC equipment; performing lubrication and filter maintenance on all equipment as needed.

Additionally, position may be required to assist Machine/Electrical Technicians to support performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and performing repairs on machines and other equipment. May also be required to assist Facilities Technicians and perform facilities work. Responsible for establishing/adhering to repair schedules and providing technical assistance to other departments as needed. Position is also responsible to assist and train other departmental members as may be required.

Accountabilities:

Responsible for ensuring equipment is in good functioning order to be able to meet production requirements. Ensure equipment meets the requirements of the applicable code or specification while working in the most efficient manner. All SOP's and SWI's must be followed, and a safe, clean, and organized work area must be maintained.

Essential Functions:

Perform electrical and/or mechanical diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance on equipment as needed, including assessing equipment failures, and recommending and implementing improvements. Equipment includes machine tools, fork trucks, vehicles, cranes, sandblast equipment, welding equipment, plant utility systems, and HVAC systems.

• Perform repairs to minor equipment such as hand and small power tools.
• Keeps equipment and mechanical systems in good repair and operating condition by servicing as required.
• Assist with installation of new machinery and equipment, along with associated electrical and mechanical systems, and other associated equipment.
• Ensure proper inventory and supply levels are maintained for routine maintenance programs.
• Manage time and establish schedules and scope of work based on the L2L dispatch system and Preventative Maintenance schedule.
• Assist fellow team members on repairs as assigned.
• Provide guidance and training to all maintenance personnel as requested.
• Provide technical assistance to other departments as needed.
• Contact established vendors as needed to acquire quotes, estimates and technical assistance and information on new technology.
• Perform any other maintenance tasks as required by supervisor.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

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• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to use manuals, schematics, drawings, and other technical data sheets to effectively trouble shoot machinery, mechanical equipment and systems, and tools.
• Understanding of electrical principles and the ability to identify basic electrical issues.
• Ability and willingness to learn and utilize new skills to support the maintenance department (i.e. threading pipe, soldering copper, welding, and operating heavy equipment).
• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Ability to understand concerns, gain cooperation and solve problems quickly and effectively.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization in a clear and professional manner.
• Ability to work well with other team members and to establish good working relationships other members of the organization, including supervision and management.
• Ability to use smart phone to receive and respond to Leading2
  
  Lean dispatches.
• Basic Computer Skills.

Minimum Requirements:

Training or trade experience commensurate to the Technician level being filled. Additional consideration for welding, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or general construction experience, related certifications, and/or associated training and education.

Essential Mental Functions:

Must understand vague and implicit instructions and react favorably in all work situations. Must be mentally adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people. Ability to give, receive, and analyze…