Alltech - Building and Grounds Facilities Technician

Alltech; Springfield (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Alltech in Springfield, KY is seeking a Building and Grounds Facilities Technician to maintain the safety, appearance, condition, and reliability of the facility. You will perform inspections, preventive maintenance, and general repairs while supporting the maintenance team and contractors.

The role requires hands-on carpentry, plumbing, painting, and basic electrical tasks, with a focus on safety and timely issue resolution. This on-site position supports production and facilities operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years facilities maintenance or related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, painting, and basic electrical repairs.
• Ability to read drawings and operate maintenance software.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain plant buildings, offices, warehouses, storage areas, and exterior structures.
• Perform general carpentry, plumbing, painting, drywall, concrete, roofing, and minor masonry repairs.
• Repair doors, locks, windows, gates, and safety barriers.
• Inspect roofs, gutters, and building penetrations for leaks or damage.
• Assist with HVAC systems and temperature-control equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and respond to safety hazards and emergencies.

Skills

Hand tool operation

Ladder and aerial lift use

Reading diagrams/manuels

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

eMaint CMMS

Job description

Building and Grounds
Facilities Technician

Position Summary

The Building and Grounds Facilities Technician is responsible for maintaining the safety, appearance, condition, and reliability of the facility's buildings, grounds, and supporting infrastructure. This position performs inspections, preventive maintenance, general repairs, and facility-improvement work while supporting the maintenance team, contractors, and other departments as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain plant buildings, offices, warehouses, storage areas, maintenance shops, and exterior structures.
• Perform general carpentry, plumbing, painting, drywall, concrete, roofing, and minor masonry repairs.
• Repair and maintain personnel doors, locks, windows, gates, overhead doors, docks, handrails, stairs, ladders, and safety barriers.
• Inspect roofs, gutters, drains, downspouts, and building penetrations for leaks, deterioration, or damage.
• Perform basic electrical work such as replacing lights, switches, receptacles, and fixtures within the employee's qualifications and company requirements.
• Assist with HVAC systems, exhaust fans, heaters, ventilation equipment, and facility temperature-control systems.
• Repair water lines, drains, sinks, toilets, faucets, valves, hoses, and other general plumbing components.
• Inspect and maintain parking lots, sidewalks, fencing, signage, exterior lighting, storm drains, and loading areas.
• Perform mowing, trimming, weed control, snow and ice removal, debris removal, and other seasonal groundskeeping duties. (This will be in 2027)
• Support facility-cleanliness programs.
• Inspect emergency lighting, exit signs, eyewash stations, safety showers, fire extinguishers, and other assigned safety equipment.
• Complete preventive and corrective maintenance work orders in the eMaint CMMS, including labor, parts, findings, and follow-up recommendations.
• Identify and report safety hazards, structural damage, security concerns, leaks, and other facility risks.
• Respond to urgent building, grounds, utility, security, and weather-related issues.
• Maintain tools, equipment, storage areas, and workspaces in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Support production maintenance and other assigned duties when directed by the Maintenance Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of facilities maintenance, industrial maintenance, construction, groundskeeping, or related experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of building maintenance, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and basic electrical repairs.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, lawn equipment, pressure washers, ladders, and aerial lifts.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to use eMaint or another computerized maintenance management system.
• Ability to read basic drawings, equipment manuals, safety instructions, and work orders.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize assignments, and communicate repair status and material needs.
• Strong attendance, dependability, teamwork, and attention to safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing, food-production, or industrial facility.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting, plumbing, welding, fabrication, or carpentry experience.
• Forklift and aerial-lift experience.
• OSHA, lockout/tagout, confined-space, fall-protection, or hot-work training.

Physical and Working Conditions

• Regularly stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, reach, push, pull, and work from ladders or aerial lifts.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds, with assistance used when required.
• Work indoors and outdoors in hot, cold, wet, dusty, and noisy conditions.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and follow all safety procedures.
• Respond to weather-related conditions and facility emergencies when required.

Performance Expectations

• Complete assigned preventive maintenance and inspections on schedule.
• Respond promptly to building, grounds, utility, safety, and security concerns.
• Maintain accurate and complete work-order records in eMaint.
• Communicate unresolved risks, repair status, and material or contractor needs to the Maintenance Manager.
• Maintain the property in a safe, professional, secure, and presentable condition.
• Identify developing problems before they result in major damage, safety incidents, or production interruptions.
• Perform quality repairs that reduce repeat failures and unnecessary costs.
• Follow all company safety, environmental, food-safety, and maintenance procedures.