Facilities Maintenance Technician

Kelly Services is partnering with a client in Maryland Heights, MO, to hire an experienced Facilities Maintenance Technician for a direct hire opportunity!

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on maintenance professional who enjoys troubleshooting equipment, maintaining facility operations, and taking ownership of preventative maintenance programs.

• Location:
  
  Maryland Heights, MO
• Employment Type:
  
  Direct Hire | Full-Time
• Salary: $65,000–$85,000 annually, based on experience

The Facilities Maintenance Technician will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment and building systems across two facilities. This position plays a critical role in ensuring equipment reliability, facility safety, and efficient daily operations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial equipment maintenance, building systems, preventative maintenance, and coordinating outside contractors.

• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on production machinery and facility equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC issues.
• Install, modify, repair, and replace machinery components and equipment.
• Coordinate outside contractors and third-party vendors for specialized repairs, maintenance, and inspections.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance schedules, equipment logs, and maintenance documentation.
• Support equipment installations, including alignment, balancing, and safety inspections before startup.
• Assist with facility maintenance projects, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and painting.
• Coordinate required safety and compliance inspections, including fire suppression systems, compressed air systems, and backflow prevention.
• Participate in facility safety initiatives and maintain safety inspection records.
• Collaborate with operations leadership to prioritize maintenance projects and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment following Lean 5S principles.

• Previous experience in industrial maintenance, facilities maintenance, or a similar technical role.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, HVAC, and general building maintenance.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance on manufacturing or production equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Experience coordinating contractors and outside service providers preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office for maintenance tracking and documentation.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple projects, and communicate effectively with leadership.
• Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, SQF, or food manufacturing environments is a plus.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, or holidays when necessary.

• Direct hire opportunity with an established organization.
• Competitive annual salary of $65,000–$85,000.
• Opportunity to take ownership of facility maintenance and preventative maintenance programs.
• Variety of hands‑on responsibilities involving equipment, building systems, and facility improvements.
• Work directly with operations leadership and contribute to equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.

If you're an experienced Maintenance Technician looking for a long-term opportunity where you can make an impact, we'd love to connect!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources.

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