Facilities Technician

Divergent; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity plan

Discretionary incentive bonus

Paid vacation & holidays

Parental leave

Life insurance & disability

Job summary

Divergent seeks a hands-on Facilities Technician to support operation, maintenance and continuous improvement of our advanced manufacturing facility in the Los Angeles area. This role ensures reliability and safety of building systems in a fast-paced aerospace/auto production environment, with primary site in Long Beach and occasional work at Torrance HQ.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, skilled in troubleshooting, and capable of supporting preventive maintenance, equipment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical school or associate’s degree preferred.
• 3 years of facilities maintenance experience in manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience maintaining HVAC, electrical, plumbing, compressed air, or mechanical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Familiarity with CMMS and reading blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on facility infrastructure (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, compressed air, etc.).
• Assist with installation, commissioning, relocation, and decommissioning of manufacturing equipment.
• Coordinate utility connections and fabricate/modify facility fixtures as needed.
• Maintain maintenance records and CMMS entries; support root cause investigations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Blueprint reading

CMMS experience

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school/Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

CMMS software

Electrical tooling

HVAC knowledge

Job description

Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production.

Purpose

Divergent is seeking a hands‑on Facilities Technician to support the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of our advanced manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of critical building systems that support our highly automated aerospace and automotive production environment.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, enjoys solving technical problems, and thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing setting. This position supports preventive maintenance, equipment installations, facility repairs, and emergency response while working closely with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, EH&S, and external contractors to maximize facility uptime. While primarily sited at Long Beach this position may occasionally work at our Torrance HQ as required.

The Role

Facility Maintenance & Operations

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on facility infrastructure, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, compressed air, process cooling water, vacuum systems, and other building utilities.
• Monitor facility equipment to ensure reliable operation and proactively identify potential failures.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues affecting facility operations.
• Complete repairs while minimizing production downtime.
• Perform routine inspections of building systems and document maintenance activities.

Equipment Installation & Support

• Assist with installation, commissioning, relocation, and decommissioning of manufacturing equipment.
• Support facility modifications required for new production lines and manufacturing equipment.
• Coordinate utility connections including electrical, compressed air, process water, and exhaust systems.
• Fabricate or modify facility fixtures and support equipment as needed.

Preventative Maintenance

• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance activities using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Maintain maintenance records and document completed work orders.
• Recommend improvements to maintenance procedures and equipment reliability.
• Identify recurring equipment failures and support root cause investigations.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure facility systems comply with OSHA, environmental, and local building regulations.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, and other safety procedures.
• Support emergency response activities including equipment failures and facility incidents.
• Maintain organized, clean, and safe work areas.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in facility improvement projects that increase reliability, efficiency, and sustainability.
• Support energy reduction and equipment optimization initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve preventive maintenance programs.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Production teams to improve facility performance.

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school, trade certification, or Associate’s degree preferred.
• 3 years of facilities maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience maintaining industrial HVAC, electrical, plumbing, compressed air, or mechanical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Familiarity with preventative maintenance programs and CMMS software.
• Ability to read blueprints, equipment manuals, and technical drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and working on ladders, lifts, or elevated platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting advanced manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or automation facilities.
• Working knowledge of:
• Industrial electrical systems (120V–480V)
• HVAC systems
• Compressed air systems
• Vacuum systems
• Process cooling water systems
• Pneumatic systems
• Forklift, scissor lift, or boom lift certification.
• Welding, fabrication, or machining experience.
• Basic PLC or industrial controls troubleshooting experience.
• Experience working around robotic or automated manufacturing equipment.

Desired Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Team-oriented with a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Adaptable in a rapidly evolving manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Work Environment

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and reach throughout the shift.
• Lift and move equipment and materials up to 50 pounds.
• Work indoors around manufacturing equipment, machinery, and industrial utilities.
• Occasionally work outside normal business hours to support emergency repairs or planned maintenance activities.

Compensation

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels T01 – T02 as evaluated through our interview process.

• Facilities Technician I / T01: $27.00 – $33.00
• Facilities Technician II / T02: $31.00 – $38.00

Pay Range

$27—$38 USD

What We Offer:

• Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you’re truly valued for your contributions.
• Wellness and Time Off:Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness:Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Investment in Growth: We’re committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
• Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we’re disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

EEO Poster

In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.

E-Verify: Right to Work

Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate’s eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish)

Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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