Facilities Technician

Employment Type: RPO Direct Hire
Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly, Overtime Eligible
Salary Range: $54,000–$66,500 annually, depending on experience
Bonus: 5% annual incentive bonus
Schedule: Day Shift, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM or 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Experience Required: 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Facilities Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair manufacturing equipment, plant utilities, and facility systems in an aerospace manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical troubleshooting skills, with hands-on experience maintaining industrial equipment such as mills, lathes, compressors, hydraulic systems, motors, and electronic control components.

This position requires a well-rounded maintenance professional capable of diagnosing complex equipment failures, performing preventive and predictive maintenance, interpreting technical schematics, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The selected candidate will play an important role in maintaining equipment reliability, minimizing production downtime, and ensuring a safe and efficient manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and equipment installations on manufacturing machinery, plant utilities, and facility systems.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems on industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot mills, lathes, compressors, hydraulic pumps, motors, control panels, sensors, and related manufacturing equipment.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting using advanced electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&ID drawings, and diagnostic equipment.
• Use multimeters, oscilloscopes, ammeters, and other electrical testing equipment to identify and resolve equipment failures.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems, including pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, and associated components.
• Troubleshoot pneumatic systems, motion control components, and electronic control systems.
• Maintain and repair air compressors, air dryers, gas systems, alarm systems, water systems, and vacuum systems.
• Install, adjust, and repair mechanical and electrical components, control instrumentation, and specialized equipment parts.
• Perform equipment inspections and preventive maintenance according to established schedules and procedures.
• Identify recurring equipment failures, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions to improve equipment reliability.
• Evaluate maintenance requirements for new equipment and establish appropriate preventive maintenance procedures.
• Train machine operators on routine equipment maintenance, inspections, cleaning, and basic troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment repair documentation, inspection reports, and labor records.
• Support equipment modifications, installations, and continuous improvement projects.
• Follow OSHA regulations, plant safety procedures, and applicable electrical and mechanical safety requirements.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, equipment hazards, injuries, and near misses.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas in accordance with 5S standards.
• Participate in team improvement initiatives focused on equipment performance, safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance personnel to minimize downtime and support manufacturing operations.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through training, workshops, and continuing education.
• Perform additional maintenance and facility support duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Vocational degree, technical school education, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience.
• Hands-on experience maintaining and repairing manufacturing equipment, including mills, lathes, compressors, hydraulic systems, and industrial machinery.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting capabilities.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing hydraulic pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, and related components.
• Ability to read and interpret advanced electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical blueprints, and P&ID drawings.
• Proficiency using electrical diagnostic equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and ammeters.
• Experience troubleshooting industrial electrical wiring, machine controls, sensors, and electronic components.
• Knowledge of industrial electrical systems, wiring practices, and applicable electrical code requirements.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and identifying equipment reliability issues.
• Ability to diagnose recurring equipment failures and implement corrective maintenance solutions.
• Familiarity with OSHA health and safety regulations and industrial maintenance safety practices.
• Ability to document maintenance activities, equipment repairs, and inspection results accurately.
• Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience in aerospace manufacturing or precision machining environments.
• Experience maintaining CNC mills, lathes, and related production equipment.
• Advanced experience troubleshooting hydraulic motion control systems and proportional valves.
• Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Experience troubleshooting industrial electronic controls, circuit boards, and sensors.
• Experience developing preventive maintenance requirements for new manufacturing equipment.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement initiatives, root-cause analysis, and 5S practices.
• Experience training machine operators on routine maintenance procedures.
• Forklift certification or experience operating mobile equipment such as scissor lifts and boom lifts.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently lift up to 20 pounds and regularly lift or carry objects weighing 20–50 pounds.
• Ability to assist with two-person lifts of equipment or materials weighing up to 150 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, stoop, reach, push, and pull throughout the workday.
• Ability to occasionally climb stairs and ladders.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate tools, equipment, and machinery.
• Visual abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Ability to work safely around industrial equipment and moving machinery.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Work Environment

• Industrial manufacturing and facility maintenance environment.
• Regular exposure to operating machinery, manufacturing equipment, and plant utility systems.
• Occasional exposure to heat, cold, humidity, and dust.
• Low to moderate noise levels, depending on the work area.
• Work may involve time-sensitive equipment repairs and production support requirements.
• Occasional independent work and assignments requiring coordination with multiple departments.
• Overtime, weekend work, or schedule adjustments may be required based on operational needs.

Key Competencies

• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems knowledge
• Preventive and predictive maintenance
• Equipment reliability and fault diagnosis
• Root-cause analysis and problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Safety awareness and OSHA compliance
• Continuous improvement and 5S practices
• Technical documentation
• Communication and teamwork
• Independent decision-making
• Time management and adaptability

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions of 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company-funded defined-contribution retirement plan with an annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development opportunities and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability programs.
• Adoption assistance, Care.com membership, and financial planning assistance.
• Optional supplemental insurance and benefit programs.
• Paid time off and 13 company-paid holidays.