Facilities Technician

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain facility equipment to maximize operating performance and assist with maintaining spare parts’ inventory levels.
• Perform repairs on equipment to restore it to proper and safe working conditions.
• Take data readings, and maintain logs to conform with local, state and federal requirements.
• Troubleshoot process operations and adjust as necessary to maintain optimal performance.
• Use handheld instruments such as voltage meter, LEL meter, gas detection meter, pH meter etc.
• Ensure the production schedule is not jeopardized due to process or equipment breakdown, or unsafe operating conditions.
• Always follow LOTO procedures on unsafe equipment or equipment being serviced.
• Complete work orders to ensure preventive/predictive maintenance per manufacturers recommendations.
• Maintain organized work areas to comply with housekeeping and 5-S requirements.
• Complete electrical and mechanical repairs/projects based on direction given from the Facilities Manager.
• Maintain safety as a priority and adhere to all environmental rules and regulations.
• Initiate and complete all other jobs, projects and special assignments as directed by Facility Manager
• Be able to participate as an on-site emergency response team member.
• Follow PSM, RMP, and Permit requirements by maintaining equipment and documentation associated with the performance, maintenance and repair of the processes and equipment falling under these requirements.

Skills

• Experience in operating a process and the ability to troubleshoot and correct process operations.
• Experience with chemical handling and safe work practices associated with chemical handling.
• Knowledge of WWT processes, mechanical chillers, boilers, HVAC units, pumps, gauges, valves, etc.
• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting with the ability to use hand and power tools.
• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills

Traits

• Motivated individuals that are team oriented.
• High degree of attention to detail, precision and follow through.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience within a related field

Preferred:

• At least 8 years of experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment working in the facilities group.
• Licensed operator of a WWT system (SC Phys chem)
• Knowledge of mechanical chillers, cooling towers, emission scrubbers, boilers, industrial air compressors, water treatment system, HVAC systems etc.
• Associate degree or certificate from technical trade school or higher
• Military experience in a mechanical role

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Market Wages
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holiday)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee PV Panel Purchase Program

Additional Information

Silfab Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Any information provided during the application process will be maintained in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements.