Facilities Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing and automation company in Rochester is seeking a skilled Facilities Maintenance Technician. The role involves maintaining safe and efficient building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work. Candidates should possess a technical degree and have at least 5 years of experience in facility operations. The position may require overtime and dealing with urgent requests.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in plant/facility operations.
• Ability to read construction documents and blueprints.
• Familiarity with MIOSHA standards and facility safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose building systems including plumbing and electrical.
• Manage daily facility issues via a digital work order system.
• Perform hands-on repairs on building systems.

Skills

Knowledge of HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical systems

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Trade school or technical degree

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

A growing manufacturing and automation company in the Rochester Hills area is expanding and looking for a skilled Facilities Maintenance Technician to help maintain a safe, efficient, and productive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and monitor building systems including plumbing, electrical, and compressed air.

• Manage daily facility issues using a digital work order system.

• Support preventive/predictive maintenance planning with vendors.

• Assist with capital projects, equipment selection, and cost-saving initiatives.

• Maintain building systems, including HVAC via BAS system, and perform hands-on repairs (e.g., doors, furniture, plumbing).

• Operate energy management systems and ensure service quality through regular audits, including work at heights.

• Flexibility to work overtime or respond to urgent requests as needed.

Requirements:

• Ability to read construction documents and blueprints.

• Solid knowledge of HVAC, compressors, and general building systems.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Familiarity with MIOSHA standards and facility safety procedures.

• Trade school or technical degree ; minimum 5 years of experience in plant/facility operations.

• Experience working with and managing external contractors.

• HVAC controls programming experience is a plus.