Facilities Technician

Whelen Engineering, Inc.; Connecticut; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Whelen Engineering, Inc. in Chester, CT is seeking a dependable Facilities Technician to support daily facility operations, groundskeeping, and maintenance tasks. The role requires a hands‑on, flexible individual who can handle carpentry, light electrical, and seasonal duties as needed.

The position is full‑time and on site, with responsibilities ranging from snow removal to basic repairs and errands. CDL is a very strong plus and a valid driver’s license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in facilities, maintenance, groundskeeping, or carpentry.
• Ability to safely operate basic tools and equipment.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Physically able to perform lifting and manual tasks.
• CDL license (current) and ability to drive 18 wheeler is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform general facility maintenance, repairs, and upkeep as assigned.
• Assist with groundskeeping duties, including mowing, landscaping support, cleanup, and seasonal outdoor maintenance.
• Complete light carpentry, minor repairs, and other hands‑on maintenance tasks.
• Support winter weather operations, including plowing, sanding, and clearing facility lots and walkways.
• Respond to changing facility needs and shift priorities as work demands change.
• Pick up local orders, supplies, or other items as needed to support facility and business operations.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas and clean up after completing each job.
• Take responsibility for assigned work, follow through on tasks, and communicate when work is complete or when support is needed.
• Work collaboratively with team members and take direction from supervisors and designated leads.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Groundskeeping

Carpentry

Light electrical

Heavy lifting

Valid driver’s license

CDL license

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

Facilities Technician

Department: Maintenance (CT)

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Chester, CT

Description

We are seeking a dependable and hands‑on Facilities Technician to support the day‑to‑day operations and upkeep of our facilities and grounds. This role is ideal for someone who is flexible, mechanically inclined, service‑minded, willing to learn, and ready to help wherever needed. The Facilities Technician will perform a wide range of tasks, from groundskeeping and light carpentry to snow removal, lot sanding, general maintenance, and occasional errands such as picking up local orders. This role requires flexibility to support facility needs as they arise (plumbing, carpentry, light electrical, etc.), including seasonal tasks and weather‑related work. The Facilities Technician should be prepared to work both independently and as part of a team, while maintaining a professional and service‑focused attitude.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform general facility maintenance, repairs, and upkeep as assigned.
• Assist with groundskeeping duties, including mowing, landscaping support, cleanup, and seasonal outdoor maintenance.
• Complete light carpentry, minor repairs, and other hands‑on maintenance tasks.
• Support winter weather operations, including plowing, sanding, and clearing facility lots and walkways.
• Respond to changing facility needs and shift priorities as work demands change.
• Pick up local orders, supplies, or other items as needed to support facility and business operations.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas and clean up after completing each job.
• Take responsibility for assigned work, follow through on tasks, and communicate when work is complete or when support is needed.
• Work collaboratively with team members and take direction from supervisors and designated leads.

Education and Experience

• Prior experience in facilities, maintenance, groundskeeping, carpentry, or a related hands‑on role preferred.
• Ability to safely operate basic tools and equipment related to facility maintenance and groundskeeping.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, pivot quickly, and remain focused in a fast‑paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license preferred, as occasional errands or pickups may be required.
• Ability to perform physical work, including standing, walking, bending, lifting, carrying, and using equipment as needed.
• CDL License (current) and ability to drive 18 wheeler, very strong plus

All Employees Shall

• Comply with the EH&S Policy and applicable regulatory and company EH&S rules and requirements
• Report to supervision conditions or practices that are either unsafe or that may adversely impact the environment, to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards
• Attend scheduled EH&S training program
• Actively support the organization’s efforts to meet or exceed EH&S goals and plans
• Recommend improved EH&S practices

Must be able to communicate effectively with co‑workers, supervisors, and third parties. This ability to communicate requires the employee to be conversant in English as the majority of our workforce and the third parties that we encounter only speak English.

The incumbent is responsible for complying with the policies in Whelen’s “Employee Handbook.”

Whelen Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.

This Job Description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company’s discretion.

Nothing in this position description changes or is intended to change the employment at‑will relationship with the Company. Employment at‑will means that an employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason or no reason at all, with or without notice.