Facilities Technician

Safran Landing Systems; Kentucky; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Landing Systems is seeking a facilities maintenance professional to install, repair, and maintain electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment across the plant. Responsibilities include door adjustments, floor penetrations for spring systems, dock seals, low voltage wiring, and fabricating replacements with shop tools.

Candidate should perform preventive maintenance, operate lifting equipment, and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• General building maintenance knowledge.
• Ability to safely use common hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and understand basic instructions, work orders, manuals, and safety information.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, contractors, and management.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
• Adjust doors to open/close and set doors into place.
• Bore and cut holes in flooring for spring systems installation.
• Install dock seals, bumpers, and shelters.
• Run low voltage wiring on ceilings.
• Fabricate replacements for worn parts using basic workshop machines.
• Operate lifts or chains to move heavy doors.
• Order replacement springs, sections, and slats.
• Establish and follow preventive maintenance procedures.
• Perform light repairs (electrical, plumbing, drywall, paint).
• Maintain maintenance logs and work orders.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Communication

Independent work

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment to include but not limited to: AC & DC circuits, disconnecting devices, relays, pushbuttons, DCS & PLC components, microprocessor systems, conduit, wiring, overload protection devices, gear boxes, chains, belts, hydraulic valves, and hydraulic motors, etc.
• Adjust doors to open/close, clean door closing parts, remove or disassemble defective door parts, and set doors into place using rail and/or track installation.
• Bore and cut holes in flooring in order to install spring systems.
• Install dock seals, bumpers, and shelters.
• Run low voltage wiring on ceiling surfaces, using insulated staples.
• Fabricate replacements for worn or broken parts, using welders, lathes, drill presses, and shaping and milling machines.
• Operate lifts, winches, or chain falls in order to move heavy curtain doors.
• Order replacement springs, sections, and slats.
• Establishes, monitors, and carries out preventative maintenance procedures for buildings, equipment, and grounds.
• Operates a motorized transport goods and supplies.
• Performs light, electrical, plumbing, drywall, paint, and other miscellaneous repairs.
• Completes and maintains related records such as maintenance logs, work orders, etc.
• Train other personnel in equipment operation and maintenance techniques.
• Improve equipment reliability through improved designs and preventive maintenance techniques.
• Maintain all plant equipment and facilities in accordance with National, State, and Local Codes.
• Perform all other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Safran Landing Systems is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. For verification or accommodation requests, please email [e-mail] or call 859-817-2910. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.

Candidates for positions with Safran Landing Systems must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of general maintenance, facilities maintenance, building maintenance, construction, mechanical, or closely related experience preferred.
• Demonstrated practical mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot routine maintenance problems.
• Basic knowledge of common building maintenance practices.
• Ability to safely use common hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and understand basic instructions, work orders, manuals, and safety information.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, contractors, and management.
• Ability to work independently after receiving appropriate training.
• Valid driver's license if required for assigned company vehicles or duties.

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and practical experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years of facilities or industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, commercial, or aerospace environment.
• Basic experience with HVAC systems.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Basic plumbing experience.
• Basic carpentry and drywall repair experience.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Experience working with contractors and service providers.
• OSHA or other applicable safety training.
• Technical school, vocational training, military maintenance experience, or related education.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Mechanical aptitude.
• General building maintenance knowledge.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to prioritize work.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to recognize problems and determine when additional expertise is required.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Strong communication skills.
• Dependability and accountability.
• Attention to detail.
• Commitment to safety.
• Professional customer-service attitude.
• Ability to work cooperatively with multiple departments.