Facilities Maintenance

Peterson Cat; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterson Cat is hiring an experienced Facilities Maintenance Person for their Eugene, OR location. This role involves performing repairs and maintenance on fixed facility equipment and supporting project work within the Facilities Maintenance department.

Candidates should have at least three years of experience in facilities maintenance, excellent communication skills, and a valid driver's license. This position involves travel and can require overtime work.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience in facilities maintenance, preferably in a heavy industrial environment.
• Understanding of electrical and plumbing repairs.
• Ability to maintain inventory and process repair parts.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs to building and fixed facility equipment.
• Purchase repair parts and maintain inventory levels.
• Travel up to 50% of the time to other facilities.

Skills

Facilities maintenance tasks

Communication skills

Working knowledge of shop tooling and plant equipment

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Peterson Cat has the immediate need for an experienced Facilities Maintenance Person at our Eugene, OR location. The Facilities Maintenance Person performs maintenance and repairs to fixed facility equipment at assigned Peterson locations and assists other Facilities Maintenance department employees with project work as directed.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform repairs and maintenance to building and fixed facility equipment, including but not limited to:
  • Removing and replacing broken equipment
  • Plumbing and repairs and maintenance
  • Electrical repairs and maintenance
  • Replacing ballasts, light fixtures, and bulbs
  • Painting facilities
• Keep inventory of maintenance supplies and materials required for facilities maintenance
• Purchase repair parts and process related paperwork to ensure proper inventory levels are maintained and repairs can be made in a timely manner
• Work overtime, evenings, and occasional weekends as needed due to project assignments
• Attend scheduled training and departmental meetings
• Travel away from base location up to 50% of the time to perform maintenance, repairs, and other essential functions at assigned Peterson facilities
• Operate company or personal vehicle as needed
• Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance

Other Job Functions

• Assist in preparing for city, state, and federal inspections
• Work collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation
• Display excellent communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills required in working with customers/coworkers, including the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure
• Respectfully take direction from supervisor/manager

Qualifications

• Must display thorough understanding of and ability to perform facilities maintenance tasks
• Must display working knowledge of most kinds of shop tooling, plant equipment, and building systems
• Must display knowledge of various facilities repair options and time requirements

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); and a minimum of three (3) years of related experience in facilities maintenance and/or operations, preferably in a heavy industrial environment; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Must maintain a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) highly preferred
• Welding certification preferred

Peterson Machinery Co. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.