Facility Maintenance Specialist

Summary

The Facility Maintenance Specialist is responsible for ensuring the operational integrity and safety of plant facilities, equipment, and systems through proactive issue identification, resolution, and preventative maintenance. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong technical skills to perform repairs, maintain inventory, and uphold quality and safety standards in accordance with OSHA regulations. The Facility Maintenance Specialist will collaborate with leads, managers, and team members to document activities and maintain a safe, efficient working environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

1. Issue Identification and Resolution

• Diagnose and resolve electrical issues such as tripping PDU breakers, damaged extension cords, or faulty components requiring lockout/tagout procedures; report findings to the appropriate lead or manager.
• Identify and address structural issues with buildings, including bent door frames and disconnected sheet metal siding; ensure timely reporting and resolution.
• Inspect and replace damaged equipment components such as wheels on heavy machinery, and attachments on telehandlers and skid steers.

2. Preventative Maintenance

• Conduct regular preventative maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
• Interpret error codes on equipment (e.g., scissor lifts) and perform appropriate repairs or escalate as needed.
• Prioritize timely air filter replacements and similar recurring tasks.

3. Inventory and Equipment Management

• Maintain inventory of repair tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE), including harnesses, drills, drill bits, gloves, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
• Inspect PPE and tools for damage; remove defective items from circulation and ensure replacements are ordered promptly.
• Keep work areas clean and organized, with tools and equipment properly stored after use.

4. Documentation and Reporting

• Accurately document all maintenance and repair activities in Excel. Collaborate with the Facility Maintenance Lead to manage records and support potential integration into SharePoint for team visibility.
• Record observations of facility or equipment issues (e.g., bent door frames) with thorough notes for follow-up.

5. Safety and Compliance

• Adhere to quality standards and OSHA safety regulations, ensuring all work complies with applicable health and safety requirements.
• Identify and address safety hazards or non-compliance issues directly or escalate them to the appropriate lead or manager.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Proven experience in maintenance, repair, or a related technical field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot electrical and structural issues.
• Familiarity with heavy equipment (e.g., scissor lifts, telehandlers, skid steers) and ability to replace components.
• Ability to read and interpret error codes and technical documentation.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Excel; familiarity with SharePoint is a plus.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with strong communication skills for reporting to leads and managers.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift heavy equipment and components as needed.
• Comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, and in varying environmental conditions.
• Manual dexterity for handling tools and performing precise repairs.