Senior Facilities Technician

Job Title: Senior Facilities Technician

Job Description

The Senior Facilities Technician maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs complex building systems and equipment in a regulated manufacturing environment. This role leads advanced facility maintenance activities, supports preventive maintenance programs, and ensures safe, reliable operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life-safety systems. The technician also provides technical guidance to junior team members, coordinates work with vendors and contractors, and upholds strict safety and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of building systems and equipment, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical (480v), lighting, mechanical, and life-safety systems.
• Conduct routine inspections of the facility to identify maintenance needs, equipment issues, and potential safety hazards.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests, equipment failures, and emergency repair situations to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate and perform repairs to building structures and assets, including fixtures, doors, windows, flooring, and other facility components.
• Execute and document preventive maintenance programs for facility equipment and infrastructure to extend asset life and improve reliability.
• Monitor equipment performance, identify recurring issues, and recommend improvements, upgrades, or replacements as needed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date maintenance records, work orders, and inspection reports using appropriate systems and documentation tools.
• Assist in developing maintenance schedules and asset management plans to support efficient facility operations.
• Provide guidance and technical support to junior maintenance technicians, sharing best practices on maintenance procedures, safety protocols, and equipment operation.
• Support supervisors by helping prioritize work assignments and coordinate maintenance activities across the facility.
• Assist with the selection, scheduling, and oversight of outside contractors and service providers to support facility projects and specialized work.
• Verify the quality of work performed by vendors and ensure that all services meet company standards and requirements.
• Support facility improvement projects, renovations, and equipment installations by coordinating tasks and performing hands-on work as needed.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, and internal safety policies at all times.
• Participate in safety inspections, audits, and corrective action initiatives, and help implement improvements to enhance workplace safety.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable building codes and regulatory requirements relevant to facility operations.
• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, and other safety procedures as required for specific tasks and equipment.
• Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and spare parts to support ongoing facility operations.
• Recommend purchases and replacements of tools, equipment, and parts to ensure readiness for maintenance and repair activities.
• Ensure proper use, storage, and maintenance of tools and equipment to promote safety, longevity, and reliability.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 5–7 years of facilities maintenance experience in commercial, industrial, manufacturing, healthcare, or similar environments.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, including maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, including experience with 480v equipment and building electrical infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing, mechanical, and general building systems.
• Hands-on experience with facilities maintenance, repair, and preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, and technical drawings.
• Experience working in commercial or manufacturing facilities environments.
• Proven troubleshooting skills for complex building and equipment issues.
• Ability to work effectively with outside vendors and contractors to complete maintenance and project work.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) preferred, with the ability to manage work orders and maintenance records.
• Strong commitment to safety practices, including adherence to OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Ability to follow and apply procedures such as lockout/tagout (LOTO) and other safety protocols.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Technical certification, trade school training, or equivalent technical experience preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing or medical device environment is beneficial.
• Familiarity with FDA-regulated or clean room environments is a plus.
• Experience coordinating and overseeing vendors and contractors for facility projects.
• Background in using CMMS tools to schedule, track, and document preventive and corrective maintenance.
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