Facilities Specialist

Saab, Inc.; Bristol (RI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/vision/dental

401(k)

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Employee stock purchase

Job summary

Saab, Inc. in Bristol, RI is seeking a Facilities Specialist to support daily operations and maintenance of its facilities. The role can require intermittent support at Cranston, RI and Quincy, MA, performing tasks from furniture moves and carpentry to basic electrical and plumbing repairs.

The role also supports MEP systems, coordinates with vendors, and travels between sites. A strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 3+ years of facilities experience.
• Experience in healthcare, academic, or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and mechanical aptitude.
• Proficient with hand and power tools for repairs and setups.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for facilities issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license; ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance for classified work areas.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations and maintenance of the company’s physical facilities.
• Perform general handyman and maintenance duties including furniture moves, basic electrical projects, spot painting, cleaning, light construction, and exterior cleanup.
• Perform office furniture setups, carpentry, janitorial, and general building maintenance activities.
• Perform building and equipment repairs and basic plumbing repairs.
• Troubleshoot industrial electrical systems and support MEP systems.
• Perform building preventive maintenance and operate site equipment.
• Work with outside contractors on building and equipment repairs.
• Provide support to vendors and contractors, including security, cafeteria operations, and media relations.
• Travel between Bristol, RI, Cranston, RI, and Quincy, MA facilities as needed.
• Assist in hosting corporate visitors and maintain facility documentation.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Job Description: Saab, Inc. is seeking a Facilities Specialist to support the daily operations and maintenance of the company’s physical facilities. Based at Saab’s Bristol, RI facility, this position provides intermittent support at Saab’s Cranston, RI, and Quincy, MA, facilities. This role performs a broad range of duties, including furniture moves and setups, painting, cleaning, carpentry, basic electrical projects, light construction, exterior cleanup, building and equipment repairs, and preventive maintenance. The Facilities Specialist also supports facility Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems and works with outside contractors and vendors on building and equipment repairs.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations and maintenance of the company’s physical facilities.
• Perform general handyman and maintenance duties, including furniture moves, basic electrical projects, spot painting, cleaning, light construction, and exterior cleanup.
• Perform office furniture setups, carpentry, janitorial, and general building maintenance activities.
• Perform building and equipment repairs and basic plumbing repairs.
• Troubleshoot industrial electrical systems and support the maintenance of facility Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems.
• Perform building preventive maintenance.
• Operate site equipment and use hand and power tools as necessary to complete assigned work.
• Work with outside contractors on building and equipment repairs.
• Provide support to vendors and contractors, including security personnel, cafeteria operations, and media relations, as needed.
• Perform interoffice mail deliveries and support wastepaper recycling and other waste management activities.
• Support custodial activities and stock employee break areas.
• Provide audio-visual (AV) setup support for meetings and conferences.
• Maintain facility documentation, which may include power diagrams, network diagrams, space usage information, and related records.
• Assist with editing and handling media materials, such as tapes.
• Assist in hosting corporate visitors.
• As the role evolves, develop advanced facilities maintenance competencies, including leading vendors, performing routine modifications, and taking ownership of routine MEP repairs and comprehensive preventive maintenance programs.
• Use appropriate tools and analytical problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve facilities issues.
• Exercise sound judgment when resolving issues and formulating recommendations.
• Communicate project updates and technical results clearly to customers and stakeholders.
• Maintain frequent internal and occasional external professional contacts.
• Travel intermittently between the Bristol, RI, Cranston, RI, and Quincy, MA facilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation Range

$23.51 - $28.17 per hour

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Prior experience in a healthcare, academic, or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to exercise good judgment.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to effectively use hand and power tools and other appropriate tools and equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve facilities-related issues using analytical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance for classified work areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant trade license or certification in HVAC/mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or a related field.

Citizenship Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Drug-Free Workplaces

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Benefits

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
• Wellness and employee assistance resources
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

About Us

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an affirmative action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Saab is an equal employment opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.

Be Part of Something Bigger. When you take a job at Saab, you become a part of something bigger. You’ll work on exciting, meaningful projects right from the start.

Learn more about careers in the U.S. Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab, Inc. serves the U.S. government, industry, and commercial customers with world‑leading products, services and solutions including military and civil security. We provide solutions and technologies that are central to U.S. defense and homeland security. We develop, modify and deliver Saab's portfolio to U.S. customers, blending Swedish quality and reliability with American ambition and cost efficiency. Learn more about us.