Facilities Lead Technician – Maintenance & Uptime

Vertiv Group Corporation; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv Group Corporation seeks a Facilities Lead Technician to oversee maintenance and repair of machinery and facility systems, ensuring reliability and safety. You will diagnose issues, perform repairs, and document activities to support continuous operations.

In this role, you will develop training for technicians, lead preventive maintenance programs, and coordinate with production and engineering to minimize downtime while upholding safety standards and company policies.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering or related technical field.
• 5–7 years in machine maintenance, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong troubleshooting in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Ability to use MEWP (boom and scissor lifts).
• Familiar with PLCs and automated systems.
• Independent and able to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive maintenance problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct technical training programs for maintenance technicians, focusing on technical skills, safety protocols, and best practices.
• Utilize advanced troubleshooting techniques to diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Design, implement, and optimize preventive maintenance programs to proactively reduce equipment failures and unplanned downtime.
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and facility improvement projects.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Share technical knowledge across the maintenance team (Machine Maintenance and Facility Maintenance).
• Ensure proper lockout/tagout procedures are followed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Provide technical support during equipment breakdowns, ensuring facility systems and infrastructure are maintained to support safe operations and minimal disruption.
• Enforce compliance with safety regulations and company policies through audits, coaching, and safety awareness initiatives.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance maintenance processes, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and other stakeholders to coordinate maintenance activities and prioritize work orders.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging maintenance technologies and recommend improvements where applicable.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to maintenance technicians to support technical development and career growth.
• Serve as a point of contact for maintenance emergencies and coordinate rapid response efforts to minimize downtime.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Leadership

MEWP operation

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

PLC & automation

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Automated systems

Job description

Vertiv Group Corporation seeks a Facilities Lead Technician to oversee maintenance and repair of machinery and facility systems, ensuring reliability and safety. You will diagnose issues, perform repairs, and document activities to support continuous operations.

In this role, you will develop training for technicians, lead preventive maintenance programs, and coordinate with production and engineering to minimize downtime while upholding safety standards and company policies.