What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Maintenance Technician position at Gratz Pilates?
Overview: We are looking for a hands-on Facilities Maintenance Technician with strong electrical and mechanical experience who can jump into the role immediately. This position supports day-to-day facility upkeep, repairs, and production equipment. Strong problem-solving ability and experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment are highly valued.
Responsibilities
A pioneer in the Pilates industry since the late 1960s, Gratz Pilates is the original manufacturer of classical Pilates apparatus—renowned for our enduring quality and craftsmanship. Our products have been trusted for generations by studio owners, instructors, and practitioners worldwide. Roles within our production team vary across skilled trades, with a consistent emphasis on craftsmanship and precision. If you’re looking to join a growing team with high standards and a focus on quality, apply today.
Responsibilities
- Perform electrical work including installing and running conduit, wiring new lighting fixtures, replacing switches/outlets, and supporting general electrical upgrades across the facility.
- Troubleshoot and perform light work involving PLC- and VFD-supported equipment; support equipment functionality and assist with basic diagnostics.
- Work with electrical saws, shop equipment, and production machinery—identifying, isolating, and repairing operational issues as they occur.
- Address general facility maintenance needs, including light carpentry (patching drywall, minor repair work), and basic plumbing tasks as needed.
- Maintain an organized workspace, manage tools and supplies, and communicate repair needs, equipment issues, or material requirements promptly.
- Follow all safety protocols, lockout/tag-out practices, and proper procedures when working with electrical equipment.
- Ability to troubleshoot issue, create plan for correction, including parts ordering, scheduling of sub-contractors (if needed) and scheduling completing work within dedicated areas.
- Proven maintenance or electrical/mechanical experience (minimum 2 years).
- Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including experience working with equipment up to 220V.
- Familiarity with conduit work, lighting installations, breakers/panels, and general shop electrical systems.
- Experience working with or around PLC/VFD-controlled equipment is a plus.
- Basic carpentry skills (patching drywall, simple repairs) preferred.
- Light plumbing experience (replacing seals, fixing simple leaks, addressing minor clogs).
- Prior experience in industrial maintenance is strongly preferred.
- Ability to use hand tools and power tools confidently.
- OSHA 10/30 training is a bonus.
- Demonstrated ability to problem-solve independently in a small maintenance team environment.
- Medical/Vision Insurance with $0 deductible
- Low-cost Dental add-on
- Provided Short-term/Long-term Disability
- No-cost Life Insurance Policy
- Paid Holidays, Sick Time & Vacation Days
A pioneer in the Pilates industry since the late 1960s, Gratz Pilates is the original manufacturer of classical Pilates apparatus—renowned for our enduring quality and craftsmanship. Our products have been trusted for generations by studio owners, instructors, and practitioners worldwide. Roles within our production team vary across skilled trades, with a consistent emphasis on craftsmanship and precision. If you’re looking to join a growing team with high standards and a focus on quality, apply today.