Facilities Maintenance Lead — Critical Assets & Robotics

Southern States, LLC; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern States, LLC in the United States seeks a Critical Facilities Technician I to perform maintenance, repairs, installations and training on industrial machinery and systems. The role includes mentoring staff, coordinating work orders, and representing maintenance leadership when needed.

You will work hands-on with mechanical, electrical and electronic components, supervise contractors, and help ensure safe, efficient facility operations across critical assets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; maintenance certificate preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents.
• Excellent oral and written communication and customer service skills.
• Strong team leadership and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develops work plans for emergency repair of critical assets.
• Assist with allocation, coordination, and closing of Work Orders for prompt response.
• Lead installations, relocations, and removals of production machinery.
• Coordinate training of bargaining unit mechanics and maintain workflow.
• Mentor technicians and coordinate with outside contractors for repairs.
• Inspect machinery and electrical systems and ensure safe operating conditions.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Maintenance certificate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Access

Job description

Southern States, LLC in the United States seeks a Critical Facilities Technician I to perform maintenance, repairs, installations and training on industrial machinery and systems. The role includes mentoring staff, coordinating work orders, and representing maintenance leadership when needed.

You will work hands-on with mechanical, electrical and electronic components, supervise contractors, and help ensure safe, efficient facility operations across critical assets.