Facilities Maintenance

fmgexternaljobs; Sturgeon Bay (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fincantieri Marine Group in Sturgeon Bay, WI is hiring for Facilities Maintenance workers in the Facilities department. This role performs confined space inspections, general maintenance, and waterfront support across a 63-acre shipyard.

The job requires the ability to work at heights, in all weather, and with heavy equipment. You will help with ventilation systems, plumbing, electrical tasks, and seasonal/high-water preparations while upholding safety policies and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be a U.S. Person.
• Able to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• Know basic construction materials/methods and read blueprints.
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform confined space inspections and testing in designated areas.
• Carry out general maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Support with ventilation setup, plumbing, electrical work, and building systems.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and repair equipment including ventilation systems.
• Support waterfront, seasonal operations, and high-water prep activities.
• Maintain and store equipment; perform housekeeping and yard work.

Skills

Confined spaces

Safety awareness

Maintenance basics

Heavy equipment operation

Troubleshooting

Ventilation systems knowledge

Tools

NOVA ventilation system

Flowtron ventilation system

Job description

Fincantieri Marine Group is hiring for Facilities Maintenance workers in the Facilities department at our Sturgeon Bay, WI location.

Fincantieri Marine Group

Fincantieri Marine Group (FMG) is a subsidiary of Fincantieri S.p.A. with a mission to build, repair, and sustain maritime vessels that proudly supply, service, and defend our nation and the world. Fincantieri offers rewarding careers to more than 20,000 employees across 4 continents within 20 shipyards. We are a world leader and shipbuilder of choice, constantly evolving to meet global megatrends in tourism, energy, and defense through innovative and competitive maritime solutions.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for performing confined space inspections and testing, general facility and equipment maintenance, and a variety of waterfront support activities throughout our 63-acre shipyard. Duties include inspecting and monitoring confined spaces, troubleshooting and repairing equipment and building systems, setting up vessel and facility ventilation, supporting plumbing and electrical maintenance, and assisting with seasonal and high-water operations. The position also performs housekeeping and equipment storage duties and may be assigned miscellaneous tasks as needed.

Essential Functions

• Follow directions under intermittent supervision and perform assigned duties safely and efficiently, including miscellaneous tasks outside the craft as needed.
• Inspect confined spaces, including cargo holds, ballast tanks, fuel tanks, sewage tanks, water tanks, and other designated areas.
• Perform general maintenance and facility support, including ventilation setup, generalized plumbing and electrical work, building heaters and ventilation systems, air compressors, and roof inspections.
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair various equipment and systems, including NOVA and Flowtron ventilation systems.
• Support waterfront and seasonal operations, including snow removal, high-water preparation and pumping, vessel ventilation, and bubbler tube installation/removal.
• Maintain and properly store equipment and perform housekeeping duties, including yard and skiff cleanup.
• Maintain the ability and willingness to perform physically demanding, highly energetic work on the waterfront; reliable attendance is an essential function of the position.
• Follow all organizational policies and procedures and maintain a commitment to Quality and Environmental, Health & Safety policies. Other duties and overtime as assigned

Required Skills

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be a U.S. Person.
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Must be able to work in confined and enclosed spaces.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions. (cold, hot, rain, snow, etc.)
• Must have knowledge of construction materials/methods and basic blueprint reading.
• Must be a self-starter capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments.
• Must have basic organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor.
• Must adhere to ISO and OSHA policies established by FMG and have high values for safety awareness.

• Must have basic organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills

• Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor

• Must adhere to ISO and OSHA policies established by FMG and have high values for safety awareness

Education and Experience

• Previous maintenance experience
• Ability to stick weld
• Ability to cut with an oxy acetylene torch
• Ability to operate heavy machinery / motor vehicles
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Competencies

Fincantieri's core competencies reflect our values and key behavioral expectations for all employees:

• Open Mindset: Identify and solve problems, embrace change, and seek continuous learning

• Strategic Leadership: Build trust, unity, and accountability while working toward shared goals

• Accomplishment: Take ownership, deliver results, and ensure customer satisfaction

• Social Connection: Collaborate, communicate, and value diversity and inclusion

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing job duties, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand or walk; use hands and arms to grasp, handle, manipulate, or feel objects and controls; stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch; and speak or hear. The employee may lift and/or move up to 35lbs regularly and up to 50lbs occasionally. Work is performed both inside and outside in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, wet, humid, dry, and arid climates. The employee may also be required to work in confined spaces and at varying heights. Frequent use of PPE is required to minimize noise exposure, moving machinery, weather elements, and other potential hazards, including the risk of injury.

Posting Disclaimer

This job description provides a summary of the work environment, knowledge, skill, ability, and physical demands required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Other duties may apply. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.