Facilities Technician

Advanced Energy; Cavite City; On-site; PHP 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Energy in the Philippines seeks a Facilities Technician (Operations) to support the plant’s utility systems. You will monitor equipment, perform routine inspections, and assist in basic troubleshooting to keep operations safe and reliable.

The role requires 2–3 years in facilities or utilities, the ability to read technical materials, and a willingness to work rotating shifts onsite in Rosario, Cavite.

Qualifications

• Technical/Vocational course or equivalent in electrical/mechanical fields.
• 2–3 years industrial experience in facilities or utilities.
• Ability to read manuals, procedures, and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor facility utility systems and equipment to ensure continuous and efficient operations.
• Perform routine inspections, equipment rounds, and operational checks according to established procedures and schedules.
• Monitor and record equipment parameters, system readings, and operating conditions.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report equipment abnormalities, alarms, and operational issues for timely corrective action.
• Execute daily operational checklists and ensure compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Support first-level troubleshooting and corrective actions during equipment malfunctions or system upsets.
• Assist in emergency response activities and implement contingency procedures during utility or facility-related incidents.
• Coordinate with Shift Engineers and maintenance personnel to address operational concerns and equipment issues.
• Maintain accurate operational logs, inspection records, and shift documentation.
• Adhere to company safety, health, environmental, and quality standards at all times.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing utility reliability, efficiency, and operational performance.

Skills

Facilities operation

Utilities operation

HVAC knowledge

Electrical distribution

Pumps and water systems

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Reading schematics

Shift work

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree or technical certification

Job description

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?

Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Facilities Technician (Operations) is responsible for supporting the operation, monitoring, and basic troubleshooting of facility utility systems to ensure safe, reliable, and uninterrupted plant operations. This role conducts routine inspections, performs operational checks, identifies equipment abnormalities, and assists in emergency response activities to maintain utility system stability and support overall facility performance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate and monitor facility utility systems and equipment to ensure continuous and efficient operations.
• Perform routine inspections, equipment rounds, and operational checks according to established procedures and schedules.
• Monitor and record equipment parameters, system readings, and operating conditions.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report equipment abnormalities, alarms, and operational issues for timely corrective action.
• Execute daily operational checklists and ensure compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Support first-level troubleshooting and corrective actions during equipment malfunctions or system upsets.
• Assist in emergency response activities and implement contingency procedures during utility or facility-related incidents.
• Coordinate with Shift Engineers and maintenance personnel to address operational concerns and equipment issues.
• Maintain accurate operational logs, inspection records, and shift documentation.
• Adhere to company safety, health, environmental, and quality standards at all times.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing utility reliability, efficiency, and operational performance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of a Technical/Vocational Course, Associate Degree, or equivalent technical certification in Electrical, Mechanical, Electromechanical, Instrumentation, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
• At least 2-3 years of industrial experience in facilities operation, utilities operation, manufacturing, plant engineering, or a related technical environment.
• Basic knowledge of facility and utility systems such as HVAC, compressed air systems, electrical distribution, chilled water systems, pumps, and water treatment systems.
• Experience in operating, monitoring, and inspecting industrial equipment and utility systems.
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting and identify equipment abnormalities.
• Familiarity with safety procedures, operational standards, and industrial work practices.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, operating procedures, and technical drawings.
• Willing to work on a shifting schedule and support 24/7 operations.
• Good communication and teamwork skills to effectively coordinate with engineers, technicians, and operations personnel.
• Willing to work onsite in Rosario, Cavite.