What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Technician position at Satellite Industries, Inc.?
Summary/Objective
The Facilities Technician will perform minor facility repairs, small tool repairs, minor fabrication, coordinate supplies and replacement parts, participate in the company safety program, and assist with sub-assembly operations.
Responsibilities
- Preventive Maintenance: Perform scheduled maintenance on motors, conveyor systems, gearboxes, pumps, and production machinery.
- Troubleshooting & Diagnosis: Inspect and listen to operating machinery, use diagnostic tools, and read schematics or blueprints to pinpoint mechanical or electrical malfunctions.
- Documentation: Log repair times, parts usage, and maintenance notes into the facility's CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)
- Maintain needed inventory of facility supplies and spare parts
- Safety Compliance: Follow all OSHA guidelines, lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures, and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Perform building repair projects
- Plan and select materials needed to complete a job
- Maintain a clean, organized, safe work area
- Order required maintenance supplies
- Build various subassemblies (tanks, stands, etc.)
- Perform other tasks as required
Requirements and Competencies
- Obtain and maintain Lift truck (stand-up, sit-down, scissor lift)
- Follow all PPE and Safety requirements in the facility
- Must be able to climb and operate at heights
- Proficiency in mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, assembly drawings, and technical manuals.
- Basic electrical troubleshooting knowledge (low- to high-voltage systems up to 480 VAC).
- Experience with precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators).
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license
- Physically capable of lifting 50 pounds
- Strong understanding of general maintenance processes and methods
- Experienced in operating a variety of equipment, including lift trucks, saws, drills, and small hand tools
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent manual dexterity and problem-solving skills
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in a manufacturing operation setting. The role is exposed to high heat in the summer and low temperatures in the winter.
Physical Demands
This job could require standing, squatting, climbing and working on ladder, step stool, scissor lift. The weight is up to 50 lbs lifting working in heat/cold.
Travel Requirements
No travel is expected for this position.
Required Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent. This includes previous work experience.
- Previous manufacturing experience is a plus.
Position Type
This is a full-time position.
Expected Hours of Work
First shift Monday through Friday, 7:00 am-3:00 pm
Overtime as needed for production.
Position Classification
This is a non-exempt position.
Pay Type
This position is hourly.