Buildings & Grounds Maintenance Technician

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Buildings & Grounds Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the physical condition, safety, and cleanliness of the facility and surrounding property. This role ensures that building systems, grounds, and infrastructure are well-maintained to support efficient, safe, and compliant production operations.

POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform routine inspection, maintenance, and repairs of interior and exterior building structures
• Maintain and troubleshoot basic building systems, (lighting, HVAC support, plumbing fixtures)
• Maintain lighting systems, replace fixtures and bulbs, and address general electrical issues within scope
• Complete painting, patching and general upkeep of production and office areas
• Coordinate minor construction and facility projects
• Maintain and inspect facility racking systems to ensure stability, safe storage, and compliance with standards
• Ensure production and office areas are clean, organized, and safe
• Ensure cleanliness, organization, and readiness and operational readiness of both interior and exterior facility areas for daily operations and audits
• Ensure exterior property including lawns, parking lots, sidewalks, landscaping, drainage, safety requirements, etc are maintained
• Report and coordinate repairs for pavement, drainage, and exterior structures
• Support preventive maintenance programs and building infrastructure
• Coordinate with external contractors and specialized repairs & inspections
• Serve as primary point of contact for external contractors including HVAC, plumbing, lawn care, landscaping, & snow removal
• Monitor seasonal needs, coordinate services, and ensure contractors maintain grounds to company expectations and safety standards
• Supervise contractor work onsite to ensure safety compliance and quality of work
• Verify completion of services and approve work according to scope and standards
• Track vendor performance, service records and recurring maintenance schedules
• Assist in obtaining quotes and coordinating with management on vendor selection
• Follow all safety policies and OSHA regulations
• Identify and report safety hazards
• Maintain compliance with environmental and waste disposal requirements
• Support emergency response and facility readiness
• Maintain maintenance logs, inspection reports, and work orders
• Track service schedules and ensure timely completion of recurring maintenance
• Assist with facility systems and support maintenance team activities as needed
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to facility efficiency and safety
• Respond to facility-related requests in a timely manner
• All other duties assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  NONE

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 3 years of experience in building maintenance, facilities maintenance or similar role
• Experience in manufacturing environment preferred
• Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
• Forklift Certification or ability to obtain
• Basic understanding of manufacturing facility infrastructure

KNOWLEDGE

• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general repair
• Basic computer skills for tracking work orders and service records
• Familiarity with industrial facility systems and equipment
• Ability to operate buildings & groundskeeping equipment

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Experience coordinating and working with external contractors and/or vendors
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and follow maintenance manuals and procedures
• Strong Communication and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple service schedules
• Reliability with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Safety-focused mindset
• Problem-solving and prioritization skills
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Occasional Weekends
• Occasional Evenings
• Occasional travel to training seminars, compliance workshops, or sister facilities.
• Flexibility to work outside standard hours, including evenings or weekends, as required by operational needs.
• Occasional overtime or on-call responsibilities

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Exposed to work in manufacturing /machining area settings with exposure to oil, coolant, and metal residues
• Combination of office, manufacturing floor, and outdoor environments
• Exposure to industrial noise, machinery, and weather conditions
• Requires long periods of standing and/or sitting
• At times, work is completed in a manufacturing facility always requiring appropriate protective equipment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Lift and carry a maximum of 50 pounds
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions and temperatures typical of manufacturing settings
• Wear protective eyewear and/or other protective gear correctly
• Frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, climbing ladders, crawling, reaching, crouching, twisting, lifting, and pushing

Salary : $20 - $25