Facilities Maintenance Technician - 1st shift

Storm-Search-; Slatersville (RI); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Storm-Search- is seeking an experienced Facilities Maintenance Technician for a first shift in Rhode Island. The role involves hands-on maintenance of building systems, utilities, and equipment in a manufacturing setting, with a pay range of $25.00–$30.00 per hour.

The ideal candidate has multi-craft experience across HVAC, plumbing, water systems, and general facility repairs, and can handle a wide variety of tasks rather than specializing in one trade.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years of commercial/industrial facilities maintenance experience.
• Valid DOT Health Card required.
• Experience maintaining HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, and building systems.
• Preventive maintenance experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install facility systems.
• Diagnose problems with building equipment and systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on facility equipment and machinery.
• Keep accurate maintenance records and order parts as needed.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Blueprints/schematics reading

Independent worker

On-call rotation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Facilities Maintenance Technician

Shift: 1st Shift | 6:42 AM–3:12 PM
Pay: $25.00–$30.00/hour

Commercial and Industrial Facilities Maintenance

We are hiring an experienced Facilities Maintenance Technician to maintain the building systems, utilities, and equipment that support a manufacturing facility.

This is a hands-on, multi-craft maintenance position. The ideal candidate has experience working on HVAC systems, plumbing, compressed air, water systems, building equipment, and general facility repairs.

Candidates must be comfortable handling a wide variety of maintenance responsibilities rather than specializing in only one trade.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install facility systems
• Diagnose problems with new and existing building equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance on facility systems and machinery
• Maintain HVAC and climate-control systems
• Clean and inspect HVAC equipment
• Maintain production and facility water systems
• Monitor and treat water systems with required chemicals
• Maintain cooling towers and related equipment
• Troubleshoot and maintain air compressors
• Maintain conveyors and facility machinery
• Repair air-conditioning units
• Install new machinery using blueprints, schematics, and manufacturer instructions
• Perform equipment calibration and system verification
• Recommend replacement equipment and facility improvements
• Submit purchase requests for parts, materials, and equipment
• Ensure fire protection and emergency systems are working properly
• Inspect and repair standard and emergency lighting
• Inspect roofs, gutters, and drains for damage or blockage
• Restore and repair office equipment as needed
• Maintain accurate work orders and maintenance documentation
• Keep maintenance areas, walkways, and aisles clean and organized

General Maintenance Responsibilities

This position performs a variety of skilled maintenance work, including:

• Plumbing
• Welding
• Carpentry
• Basic electrical work
• Mechanical repairs
• Equipment installation
• Lighting repairs
• Building repairs
• Grounds maintenance

Snow and Grounds Maintenance

• Prepare parking lots before winter weather
• Shovel sidewalks and entryways
• Operate snow blowers
• Operate snowplow equipment
• Maintain exterior grounds as needed
• Inspect outdoor facility systems and drainage areas

Must-Have Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Three to five years of commercial or industrial facilities maintenance experience
• Valid DOT Health Card
• Experience maintaining HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, and building systems
• Preventive maintenance experience
• Ability to diagnose and repair facility equipment
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, drawings, and work orders
• Basic electrical troubleshooting knowledge
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation
• Ability to respond to emergency facility calls outside normal working hours

Preferred Experience

• Manufacturing facility maintenance
• Commercial HVAC maintenance
• Cooling tower maintenance
• Water treatment systems
• Compressed air systems
• Conveyor maintenance
• Welding
• Plumbing
• Carpentry
• Equipment calibration
• Fire protection systems
• Emergency lighting systems
• Snowplow or snow-removal equipment operation

Electrical Responsibilities

This role may work around high-voltage electrical systems and will coordinate with qualified electricians when required.

Candidates should be comfortable performing basic electrical repairs and troubleshooting but are not expected to independently perform work that requires a licensed electrician.