Facilities Maintenance Technician

WMFHA; Durham, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WMFHA is seeking a reliable Facilities Maintenance Technician to perform installations, preventive maintenance, and repairs across facility and manufacturing equipment. This role ensures safe, efficient operations while supporting compliance with regulatory standards.

You will be responsible for maintaining facility systems, responding to emergencies, and coordinating with vendors. A high school diploma or GED and up to 5 years of experience are expected, with knowledge of electrical, plumbing,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; mechanical/electrical education preferred.
• Up to 5 years of facilities/maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC/mechanical, and building maintenance.
• Experience in pharmaceutical/manufacturing environments is valuable.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment independently.

Responsibilities

• Install & Repair: Perform facility and equipment installations, preventive maintenance, and repairs.
• Equipment Maintenance: Work on boilers, chillers, dust collectors, air-handling units, compressed-air systems, fire alarm systems, and other facility equipment.
• Multi-trade Work: Handle basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and light construction tasks.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair facility/manufacturing equipment; respond to emergency repairs.
• Preventive Maintenance: Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance per company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Monitoring: Monitor facility and manufacturing equipment to identify operational issues.
• Vendor Coordination: Work with outside vendors/contractors when specialized services are required.
• Documentation: Maintain work orders, PM checklists, blueprints, permits, and other documentation.
• Regulatory Support: Participate in inspections with FDA, EPA, fire department, and utility authorities.
• Emergency Support: Provide after-hours/weekend emergency support when needed.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing

HVAC/Mechanical

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Vendor coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Mechanical or electrical education preferred

Job description

Facilities Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a reliable Facilities Maintenance Technician to perform installations, preventive maintenance, and repairs across facility and manufacturing equipment. This role ensures safe, efficient operations while supporting compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install & Repair: Perform facility and equipment installations, preventive maintenance, and repairs.
• Equipment Maintenance: Work on boilers, chillers, dust collectors, air-handling units, compressed-air systems, fire alarm systems, and other facility equipment.
• Multi-trade Work: Handle basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and light construction tasks.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair facility/manufacturing equipment; respond to emergency repairs.
• Preventive Maintenance: Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance per company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Monitoring: Monitor facility and manufacturing equipment to identify operational issues.
• Vendor Coordination: Work with outside vendors/contractors when specialized services are required.
• Documentation: Maintain work orders, PM checklists, blueprints, permits, and other documentation.
• Regulatory Support: Participate in inspections with FDA, EPA, fire department, and utility authorities.
• Emergency Support: Provide after-hours/weekend emergency support when needed.

Job Requirements:

• Education: High school diploma/GED; mechanical or electrical education preferred.
• Experience: Up to 5 years of facilities/maintenance experience.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC/mechanical, and general building maintenance.
• Industry Background: Experience in pharmaceutical, manufacturing, industrial, or regulated environments is valuable.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot equipment independently.
• Communication: Good documentation and communication skills.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with vendors and internal departments.