Facilities Maintenance Technician

Immediately Hiring: Facilities Maintenance Technician
Company: Dayton-Granger, Inc.
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace Manufacturing
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire | On-Site

Shift: Monday-Friday, 1st Shift (6 or 7AM start)

Perks: Competitive Pay · Excellent Benefits · Stable Company · Work-Life Balance

Dayton-Granger, Inc., a long-standing aerospace manufacturer in Fort Lauderdale, FL, is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to support our in-house Facilities & Maintenance team. This hands-on position will be responsible for general building repairs and upkeep—including light carpentry, drywall patching, and basic electrical tasks.

If you're a skilled tradesperson with experience across multiple maintenance areas and enjoy working in a dynamic manufacturing environment, we’d love to have you on our team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform general maintenance and repair tasks across office and production areas
• Handle drywall patching, light framing, painting, and minor carpentry repairs
• Conduct light electrical work (e.g., replacing outlets, ballasts, fixtures, and switches)
• Support upkeep of flooring, ceiling tiles, shelving, and facility fixtures
• Assist with moving, setting up, and maintaining facility equipment or workspaces
• Operate hand tools, power tools, ladders, and other equipment safely and efficiently
• Respond to facility repair requests in a timely manner
• Maintain organized workspaces and help track tools and materials
• Follow all company safety procedures and ensure work meets OSHA standards
• Support broader maintenance initiatives as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor

Required Qualifications:

• 1 year of experience in building maintenance, carpentry, or general contracting

• Ability to perform basic electrical repairs and carpentry work with minimal supervision

• Skilled in the safe use of power tools, ladders, and hand tools

• Basic understanding of drywall, framing, paint, and fixture repair

• High school diploma or GED required

• Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and as part of a team

• Strong communication and written skills in English

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, or commercial facility

• Familiarity with OSHA standards and safe work practices

• Basic plumbing or HVAC skills a plus

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Why You’ll Love Working at DG:

With over 80 years in the aerospace industry, Dayton-Granger combines the stability of a legacy manufacturer with the close-knit culture of a family-run business. Our operations are housed entirely under one roof in sunny Fort Lauderdale, giving you hands-on visibility and collaboration across departments.

We recognize and celebrate employee milestones, and foster a positive, team-oriented workplace with long-term career growth opportunities.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

• Paid parental leave

• Complimentary life insurance and supplemental options

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Tuition reimbursement

• Mental health support

• On-site gym

• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

• Employee recognition gifts and company events

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
This position requires access to information subject to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).