Facilities & Maintenance Technician — Hands-On, Growth

Safariland, LLC; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employer paid life insurance

Employer paid disability

Wellness program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off (PTO) & holidays

Employee assistance program

Work-life balance

Job summary

The Safariland, LLC Facilities & Maintenance Associate role is a hands-on position focused on keeping workspaces clean, safe, and in good repair across office and manufacturing areas. It blends basic janitorial tasks with light upkeep and minor repairs, offering growth toward supervisory responsibilities as you learn the facility and demonstrate reliability and initiative.

As you gain knowledge of heating and cooling systems and safety practices, you may take on coordination duties and help

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in janitorial, facilities, maintenance, handyman, or a related hands-on role.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Practical repair skills and the judgment to recognize when a task is outside your training or requires a qualified professional.
• Interest in learning to operate facility heating and cooling systems and identify when they may need attention.
• A strong sense of ownership, pride in your work, and attention to cleanliness and detail.
• Initiative, time-management skills, and the ability to work independently while taking direction.
• A helpful, professional approach when responding to requests from employees and visitors.
• Interest in developing leadership skills and taking on more responsibility over time.
• Willingness to work early‑morning or late‑night shifts, as needed.
• Ability to lift and move at least 30 pounds without assistance and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to perform the essential physical tasks of the role, including outdoor and seasonal work, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain office and manufacturing areas, including vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, and wiping surfaces.
• Clean restrooms and keep bathrooms, supply rooms, and shared areas stocked and organized.
• Collect and dispose of trash and respond promptly to spills and urgent cleaning requests, using appropriate equipment and procedures.
• Perform basic, approved facilities upkeep and minor repairs within your experience and training. Examples may include changing light bulbs, painting, and completing simple repairs.
• Learn to operate facility heating and cooling systems according to established procedures; monitor their general operation, recognize unusual conditions or signs of a problem, and report them promptly.
• Identify maintenance concerns, safety hazards, or repairs that require a qualified technician, and report them promptly. Do not perform work beyond your training or authorization.
• Help maintain outdoor areas, including landscaping and lawn care, and seasonal snow and ice removal.
• Keep tools, equipment, and supplies organized, and notify the appropriate person when items need replenishing or repair.
• Complete routine work efficiently with minimal supervision while following instructions, safety practices, and facility procedures.
• As experience and business needs allow, help coordinate tasks, communicate priorities, and support or guide other team members.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Handyman skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Time management

Leadership interest

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Safariland, LLC Facilities & Maintenance Associate role is a hands-on position focused on keeping workspaces clean, safe, and in good repair across office and manufacturing areas. It blends basic janitorial tasks with light upkeep and minor repairs, offering growth toward supervisory responsibilities as you learn the facility and demonstrate reliability and initiative.

As you gain knowledge of heating and cooling systems and safety practices, you may take on coordination duties and help