Facilities Technician

PLUG POWER INC; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Bonus eligibility

Paid time off

Holidays

Wellness reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Plug Power Inc. is seeking a Facilities Technician (Mechanical Systems) to support the mechanical facility and lab systems. You will maintain and repair equipment, modify lab and assembly gear, and perform general maintenance to keep buildings and grounds in good condition.

The role involves working on gas distribution, water/sewage systems, and energy-related facility projects with a hands-on, safety-conscious approach. 1st shift, Monday–Friday, with hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent work experience.
• 3 years' experience with facility mechanical equipment and systems.
• Ability to assemble tube assemblies using Swagelok products.
• Customer-focused with effective communication to teammates.
• Organized, hands-on problem solver; capable of creating mechanical schematics in AutoCAD or Visio.

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of the Facilities Team on assigned projects.
• Assemble new and repair existing lab and production equipment.
• Support lab and facility services including basic plumbing and gas delivery systems.
• Interact with vendors to select hardware for projects.
• Perform routine maintenance on lab and assembly equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Effective communication

Education

Associate degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Visio

Swagelok

Job description

Position Details

Facilities Technician Status: Non-Exempt (hourly) Department: Facilities / Fuell Cell Systems Engineering Shift: 1st Monday- Friday

Position Summary

The primary objective for the Facility Technician (Mechanical Systems) is to technically support the mechanical facility and lab facility support systems. This person will focus on maintaining and repairing facilities equipment including lab and assembly equipment. This person will also complete modifications and improvements to the gas facility distribution, water and sewage systems. Finally, as a member of the Facilities Team, they may be asked to complete general maintenance tasks as required to maintain the buildings and grounds.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Work as a member of the Facilities Team to complete specific assigned projects
• Assemble new and repair existing lab and production equipment
• Support lab and facility services including basic plumbing and gas delivery systems
• Interact with vendors to select proper hardware needed to complete projects and tasks
• Support/maintain test facilities by performing routine periodic maintenance on lab and assembly equipment
• Modify existing lab and assembly equipment as required to support fuel cell stack development
• Complete weekly inspections of facility and lab equipment as required
• Maintain spare part inventory for lab and assembly equipment and support systems
• Maintain and repair facility plumbing and lighting systems
• Assist with the fabrication of prototypes as required
• Participate in energy conservation and sustainability project teams
• Provide coverage for other Facilities Department staff during illness and vacations
• Participate in safety reviews and support all EH&S policies and directives
• Lead effort to achieve 5S compliance throughout facility spaces
• Other duties as assigned, such as shipping and receiving

Education and Experience

Associate's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent work experience 3 years' experience working with facility mechanical equipment and systems Ability to assembly tube assemblies using Swagelok products Customer focused orientation with the ability to communicate effectively with co-workers Well organized, team-player who will take a "hands-on" approach to solve problems Ability to generate mechanical schematics using AutoCAD or Visio desired

Pay Rate

Pay Rate: $16.50 - $23.00

Benefits

• Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment.
• The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Bonus eligibility
• Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time
• Paid Holidays
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement
• Fertility and Family Building Benefit
• Employee Referral program
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity

Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Company Overview

Our employees create products every day that are changing the way energy is produced and delivered. We thrive on innovation by fostering a learning environment that creates new, real-world products and applications. Join our team as we rapidly expand into key markets like zero-emission on-road vehicles, robotics, and stationary power - Be a part of the climate solution! To learn more, download our brochure. Check out these videos to learn more about PLUG: Plug Power's Culture Code Who is Plug? Manufacturing Electrolyzers at scale Megawatt Fuel Cell Power Generation System Implementing Fuel Cells in Material Handling