Facilities Technician

II-VI Aerospace & Defense; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

II-VI Aerospace & Defense seeks a Facilities Technician for its Philadelphia facility, responsible for overseeing HVAC, water plant, and other utility systems. This role includes both hands-on maintenance tasks and compliance with Environmental, Health & Safety regulations, making it critical in maintaining efficient and safe operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years of experience in facilities maintenance.
• Knowledge of operational procedures and tools.
• Experience with EHS regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HVAC, water plant, and electrical systems
• Coordinate maintenance tasks and manage vendor compliance
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance across facility

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical problems

Knowledge of HVAC systems

Understanding EHS regulations

Project management skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Vocational or Technical education

Job description

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Base pay range

$23.59/hr - $38.62/hr

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Facilities and EHS Technician in our Philadelphia, PA facility. This role oversees the proper operation of the company's HVAC, water plant, electrical, and other utility systems, including hands-on set-up, repair and maintenance as well as coordinating personnel and outside vendors. Additionally, this role will administer and facilitate Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists and/or trouble-shoots problems related to malfunctioning production machines or physical plant equipment
• Acts as a technical repair & maintenance specialist for the facility, both in a hands-on and advisory capacity
• Assures proper operation of company’s HVAC, water plant, sprinkler, electrical and other utility systems
• Works with leadership to create and complete TPM tasks through all the departments
• Works with all departments as a liaison to facilitate and associated proper maintenance of the facility. Assists in the research and preparation of cost, schedule, and technical reports related to proposed facility modifications. Provides input and assists in coordinating facility modification projects
• Works with outside vendors as the Facility Site Contractor Representative. Makes sure vendors are compliant with all safety procedures
• Monitor and report on code compliance of all company facilities and associated land. Obtain permits as required for continued operations and facility modifications
• Represents physical plant on the EHS committee. Cost effective solutions to EHS concerns are identified and implemented in a timely fashion
• Strictly enforces safety procedures in at facility and reports any observed safety violations in any department.
• Hazard Recognition and Control: identify and work to control conditions or actions that may cause injury, illness, or property damage through inspections/audits, assess environmental, safety and health risks associated with equipment, materials, processes, facilities, or abilities
• Hazardous Materials Management and Environmental Protection: ensure that chemicals, solvents, and other products are stored, used, and disposed in ways that prevent fires, unnecessary exposure, or harm to employees and the environment from these substances
• Works with management to identify, analyze, address and correct hazards throughout the facility
• Prepare and submit applicable environmental reports as required
• Work with local environmental regulatory agencies to monitor and ensure compliance and prepare for regulatory audits
• Regularly perform rounds, and inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe conditions, properly functionality, etc
  
  

Education & Experience

• Vocational or Technical education preferred
• Minimum 6+ years of experience with knowledge of operational procedures and tools with emphasis on facilities and equipment maintenance
• Previous experience with Environmental Health and Safety regulations desired
  
  

Skills

• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and HVAC equipment problems
• Ability to work effectively with local, state, and national regulatory agencies such as DEP, EPA, OSHA, etc.
• Knowledge of engineering and design disciplines related to construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting of production machinery and facilities used in the manufacture and coating of optical elements
• Project management skills with the ability to coordinate internal and external resources
• Good interpersonal skills, both written and oral
• Ability to understands general principals and key liabilities associated with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable government regulations associated with EHS
• Ability to research and report on key questions related to these EHS regulations
• Ability to work independently and in a team scenario
  
  

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing Environment
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. 50 - 75% of the time.
• Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
• Kneeling. Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Stooping. Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
• Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles
  
  

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality And Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State."

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

About The Team

II-VI Aerospace & Defense is a high technology company, offering careers in offices and campuses in California, Colorado, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. We work with emerging technology in areas of atmospheric sensing and imaging, adaptive optics, optical communications, coherent beam combining, and numerical performance analysis of atmospheric optics systems. II-VI A&D has recently been awarded several new government contracts and we are offering opportunities to leverage your technical experience and interpersonal skills for something more than a simple paycheck. If this sounds like the type of environment you are seeking at this point in your career, and if your background meets these qualifications, please apply. We will offer a competitive salary and benefits. Since II-VI A&D is a rapidly expanding organization, it means that significant opportunities exists for career advancement and professional development.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Defense & Space

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