Facilities Maintenance Technician - First Shift

API Heat Transfer; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage

Tech leadership

Career development

Global operations

Customer impact

Health & welfare benefits

Job summary

API Heat Transfer is hiring for a Facilities Maintenance - 1st Shift position in a fast-growing manufacturing environment. The role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe facility and supporting plant appearance and operations.

The employee will perform cleaning, basic building maintenance, and groundskeeping, with a schedule that adapts to seasonal needs. High school diploma or GED and 1–2 years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of facilities maintenance, janitorial, or building maintenance experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Basic knowledge of building maintenance such as painting, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, masonry repairs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plant offices, aisles, break rooms, restrooms, wash-up areas, and storage areas in clean, orderly condition.
• Remove trash and debris; ensure supplies of soap and paper towels.
• Perform routine cleaning of floors, walls, ceilings, fixtures, furniture, and cabinets.
• Operate cleaning equipment (vacuums, floor scrubbers, polishers, sweepers, carpet shampooers).
• Perform light building maintenance tasks (painting, switches/fixtures, water faucets/valves, basic carpentry, light masonry).
• Perform grounds and landscaping duties (lawn mowing, sidewalk sweeping, debris removal, trimming, snow/ice removal).

Skills

Facilities maintenance experience

Industrial environment experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 ourFacilities Maintenance - 1st Shiftposition!

At API we take our culture transformation seriously! To help find the best fit for our positions and organization, we ask that you complete our 10 minute Culture Index Survey. Simply follow the link after submitting your application to help us use our interview time to dive deeper into your job behaviors and work history.

What We Offer You:

• Starting wage $26.62/hour, incremental increases move to $28.88 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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