Facility Technician

Facility Technician – Responsibilities

• Pneumatics Maintenance & Repair:
  • Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain pneumatic systems, including compressors, air lines, control system, valves, and actuators.
  • Calibrate and repair pneumatic components to ensure consistent performance and reliability.
  • Identify issues in pneumatic systems proactively to prevent unexpected downtime.
• Mechanical Maintenance & Repair:
  • Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain mechanical systems, including blowers, exhaust fans, belts, bearings, conveyors, valves, and actuators.
  • Evaluate and repair mechanical components to ensure consistent performance and reliability.
  • Identify issues in mechanical systems proactively to prevent unexpected downtime.
• Hydraulic Maintenance & Repair:
  • Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain hydraulic systems (oil and water), including pumps, heat exchangers, lines, valves, and actuators.
  • Calibrate and repair mechanical components to ensure consistent performance and reliability.
  • Identify issues in pneumatic systems proactively to prevent unexpected downtime.
• Manufacturing Equipment Support:
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues on production and facility equipment, such as CNC machines, conveyors, automated systems, paint booths, cure ovens, clean rooms, inspection equipment and robotic assemblies.
  • Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on critical equipment to reduce unscheduled downtime.
  • Support plant operations by responding to production issues and repairs promptly.
  • Assist in the installation and commissioning of new machinery and modifications to existing equipment.
• Facilities Maintenance:
  • Conduct routine inspections and repairs of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and lighting systems as needed.
  • Conduct routine inspections and repairs on all plant air compressors, air dryers, vacuum systems and associated filters, valving and piping systems.
  • Conduct routing inspections and repairs on all plant piping systems such as potable water, non‑potable, gas and sanitary sewer.
  • Conduct routine inspections and repairs on the plant sprinkler system and fire pump.
  • Conduct inspections and repairs on items related to the plant building and grounds such as electrical distribution system, man doors, overhead doors, roofs, yard equipment, docks and structure.
  • Support plant operations by responding to facility issues and repairs promptly.
  • Ensure all work is performed following industry standards, safety guidelines, and regulatory compliance.
• Documentation & Reporting:
  • This will be done through the PC based CMMS program.
  • Create and close out work orders.
  • Create and close out PM’s.
  • Asset management.
  • Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repair histories.
  • Experience in reading and understanding equipment manuals and schematic drawings.
  • Work closely with the Facilities Director to develop maintenance schedules and prioritize tasks based on operational and production needs.
  • Document modifications and repairs according to company policies and procedures.
• Safety and Compliance:
  • Will be able to be trained to operate forklift and man lifts (platform and articulated).
  • Follow all safety guidelines and protocols specific to the defense industry.
  • Actively contribute to safety training programs and report any unsafe conditions or practices immediately.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental and safety regulations.

• Minimum 4‑6 years of experience in facilities maintenance in a manufacturing or defense environment, with a focus on pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems on manufacturing and facilities equipment.
• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training in relevant fields (e.g., mechanical, electrical, pneumatics, HVAC) preferred.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  • Strong understanding of pneumatic, mechanical, and hydraulic systems, principles, and troubleshooting each.
  • Proficiency in maintaining and repairing manufacturing equipment, facilities equipment and industrial machineryli>
  • Proficient with working on personal computer and working knowledge of Microsoft office programs.
  • Ability to read and understand technical manuals and drawings.
  • Familiarity with basic PLC and electrical systems is a plus.
  • Ability to weld is a plus.
• Certifications:
  
  Certifications in OSHA, NFPA, or other relevant safety standards are a plus.
• Key
  
  Competencies:
  • Problem‑solving skills:
    Able to diagnose complex technical issues with critical thinking and root cause analysis.
  • Attention to detail:
    Maintains accurate records and ensures high‑quality work.
  • Communication skills:
    Effectively communicates issues and solutions with team members, supervisors and manufacturer tech support personnel.
  • Adaptability:
    Able to handle a dynamic work environment and adjust to changing priorities. Be able to think quickly on your feet.

Equal Employment Opportunity – M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran status.