Facilities & Maintenance Specialist

GSE Dynamics, Inc.; Town of Smithtown (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Benefit

Life Insurance

Aflac Supplemental Insurance

401k with company match

Job summary

GSE Dynamics, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support two NY locations with planning, preventive maintenance, and hands-on care of equipment and facilities.

You will track maintenance, document service history, and coordinate outside providers when needed while prioritizing repairs to minimize downtime and disruption.

Qualifications

• Technical aptitude and hands-on experience performing maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, or other related technical work.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn and understand manufacturing equipment, facility systems, and maintenance requirements.
• Ability to read and follow equipment manuals, maintenance documentation, and technical instructions.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills, including the ability to maintain maintenance logs, schedules, checklists, and documentation.
• Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance needs across two facilities.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while recognizing when additional assistance or specialized expertise is required.
• Willingness to learn new equipment, maintenance systems, and technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an organized maintenance tracking and preventive maintenance program.
• Inventory and document manufacturing equipment and facility assets.
• Create and maintain equipment histories, preventive maintenance schedules, inspection checklists, and service records.
• Establish maintenance schedules based on manuals and production needs.
• Identify opportunities to improve maintenance tracking and CMMS.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading manuals

Organization/record-keeping

Independent work

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Maintenance Planning & Preventive Maintenance

• Develop and maintain an organized maintenance tracking and preventive maintenance program for equipment and facilities across both locations.
• Inventory and document manufacturing equipment and facility assets requiring routine maintenance.
• Create and maintain equipment histories, preventive maintenance schedules, inspection checklists, and service records.
• Establish maintenance schedules based on equipment manuals, manufacturer recommendations, operating history, and production requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve maintenance tracking and recommend appropriate CMMS or maintenance management tools as the program develops.

Hands-On Maintenance & Facility Support

• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on manufacturing equipment and facility infrastructure within the employee’s training, qualifications, and level of authorization.
• Coordinate qualified outside service providers when specialized repairs or technical expertise are required.
• Support the maintenance and upkeep of buildings, equipment, and facility systems across both locations.
• Identify maintenance concerns and help prioritize repairs to minimize equipment downtime and operational disruptions.

Maintenance Tracking & Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, equipment downtime, preventive maintenance completion, and recurring issues.
• Document maintenance work, service history, and related information to support equipment reliability and future maintenance planning.
• Assist management in developing and tracking maintenance metrics, including equipment downtime, preventive maintenance completion, repeat repairs, and response times.
• Coordinate with equipment manufacturers, service providers, contractors, and suppliers for technical support, parts, repairs, and scheduled maintenance.
• Obtain repair and service estimates and provide recommendations to management when appropriate.
• Assist with scheduling outside service work to minimize disruption to operations.

Equipment Support & Training

• Help develop equipment inspection and maintenance checklists and procedures.
• Provide guidance to employees on basic equipment care, routine maintenance, and issue-reporting procedures as assigned.
• Support efforts to improve employee awareness of proper equipment operation and preventive maintenance practices.
• Promote a proactive maintenance culture focused on identifying and addressing issues before they result in equipment failures.

Qualifications

• Technical aptitude and hands-on experience performing maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, or other related technical work.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn and understand manufacturing equipment, facility systems, and maintenance requirements.
• Ability to read and follow equipment manuals, maintenance documentation, and technical instructions.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills, including the ability to maintain maintenance logs, schedules, checklists, and documentation.
• Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance needs across two facilities.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while recognizing when additional assistance or specialized expertise is required.
• Willingness to learn new equipment, maintenance systems, and technical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in industrial, manufacturing, building, equipment, or general maintenance.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting CNC, fabrication, welding, machining, composite, or other production equipment.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs, maintenance tracking systems, or CMMS software.
• Relevant technical training or certifications in electrical, mechanical, HVAC, welding, machining, or related fields.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Salary Range

$30.00 per hour – $35.00 per hour

This is an estimated salary range with any actual compensation offers to be dependent upon factors including experience, skill set, qualifications, and other factors allowed by law.

Job Type

Full-time, On-Site

FLSA Classification

Non-exempt

Benefits include

• Paid Time Off
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Benefit
• Life Insurance
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance
• 401k with company match