Facilities Maintenance Technician - First Shift

API Heat Transfer Career Center; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare benefits

PTO

Career development

Global multi-site operations

Impactful work

Job summary

API Heat Transfer is seeking a Facilities Maintenance worker for the 1st shift to keep the facility clean, safe, and well organized. You will handle light maintenance tasks, groundskeeping, and operate cleaning equipment to support daily operations at the Buffalo plant.

The role requires 1–2 years in facilities maintenance, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work independently while complying with safety protocols. Benefit-rich, with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of facilities maintenance, janitorial, or building maintenance experience.
• Experience in manufacturing/industrial environment preferred.
• Basic knowledge of building maintenance (painting, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, masonry).
• Ability to safely operate cleaning and groundskeeping equipment.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to a clean, safe, organized environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and prioritize tasks.
• Dependable, punctual, flexible for schedule changes.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and orderly plant offices, aisles, break rooms, restrooms, and storage areas.
• Remove trash and ensure restroom supplies.
• Clean floors, walls, ceilings, fixtures and furniture.
• Operate vacuums, floor scrubbers, polishers, sweepers, carpet machines.
• Perform light building maintenance (painting, switches, fixtures, plumbing, carpentry, masonry).
• Perform grounds tasks (lawn mowing, sidewalk sweeping, debris removal, trimming, snow/ice removal).

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Safety awareness

Time management

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Floor scrubbers

Polishers

Sweepers

Lawn mower

Snow removal equipment

Job description

API Heat Transferis looking for people who enjoy being part of transformation. We have a new mission, new leaders, and are accelerating our path to Lean Cultural Change. Our Operations Team is on the way to becoming a Lean Management powerhouse! If you like to fix things, and want to be part of a new API, we'd love to talk to you about our Facilities Maintenance - 1st Shift position!

What We Offer You:

• Starting wage $25.84/hour, incremental increases move to $28.04 after one year
• Be part of leading-edge technology for the heat transfer industry
• Career development and advancement
• Multi-site, global operations to learn!
• Ability to impact customers across multiple industries
• Full health & welfare benefits, PTO

Position Summary

The Facilities Maintenance employee is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized facility while performing light building maintenance and groundskeeping duties. This position supports the overall appearance, functionality, and upkeep of the plant and surrounding property.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure all plant offices, aisles, break rooms, restrooms, wash-up areas, and storage areas are maintained in a clean and orderly condition.
• Remove trash and debris as needed and maintain adequate supplies of soap, paper towels, and other restroom essentials.
• Perform routine cleaning of floors, walls, ceilings, fixtures, furniture, and cabinets.
• Operate cleaning equipment, including vacuums, floor scrubbers, polishers, sweepers, and carpet shampooing machines.
• Perform light building maintenance tasks, including:
  • Painting
  • Replacing switches, receptacles, and fixtures on 110-volt electrical circuits
  • Replacing water faucets and valves
  • Basic carpentry work
  • Light masonry repairs
• Perform grounds and landscaping duties, including:
  • Lawn mowing
  • Sidewalk sweeping
  • Removal of yard debris
  • Trimming trees and shrubs
  • Snow and ice removal

Schedule Requirements

The employee's work schedule may be adjusted to meet business needs. From October 1 through March 31, employees may be required to report two hours earlier, working a schedule of 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to support snow and ice removal and other seasonal operational requirements. Employees are expected to adhere to the revised schedule when assigned.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of facilities maintenance, janitorial, or building maintenance experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Basic knowledge of building maintenance, including painting, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and masonry repairs.
• Ability to safely operate cleaning and groundskeeping equipment, including vacuums, floor scrubbers, lawn mowers, and snow removal equipment.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively prioritize tasks.
• Must be dependable, punctual, and flexible to accommodate schedule changes based on operational needs.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety practices and the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb for extended periods.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.Ability to safely operate cleaning and maintenance equipment.

This position may perform other duties as assigned to support facility operations.

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