Facilities Technician (Maintenance)

Woodward HRT, Inc.; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 51,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Life insurance

Flexible Spending

Job summary

Woodward seeks a Facilities Technician (Maintenance) to support a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility for hydraulic actuators. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose mechanical issues, and document activities.

This role requires safety-conscious work, collaboration, and hands-on technical skills in a manufacturing setting. Levels I–III offer growth with increasingly complex tasks and mentorship, including installation and calibration work, with benefits and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Mechanical upkeep and repair of machinery.
• Ability to read schematics and technical manuals.
• Proactive preventive maintenance planning and execution.

Responsibilities

• Execute preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and safety compliance.

Skills

Mechanical Repair

Diagnostic Analysis

Preventive Maintenance

Technical Documentation

Calibration Techniques

Safety Procedures

Tool Proficiency

Workflow Management

Team Collaboration

Analytical Problem Solving

Tools

Blueprint Reading

Job description

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.Facilities Technician (Maintenance) I or IILEVEL IIEstimated annual base pay: $24.52(minimum) - $31.73(midpoint) - $39.42(maximum) Plus overtimeLEVEL IIIEstimated annual base pay: $28.85(minimum) - $37.50(midpoint) - $46.15(maximum) Plus overtimeAll Levels are eligible for the benefits below:All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.401(k) match (4.5%)Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members12 paid holidays.Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hireVacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.Paid parental leave.Adoption AssistanceEmployee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional LifeMember referral bonusSpouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible SpendingVoluntary benefits, including:Home / Auto Insurance discountsWhole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military LeaveThe Facilities Technician (Maintenance) directly engages in a team of teams manufacturing environment by assisting operations and ensuring that they have the resources to execute their operations. In this role, you will be based at the new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility where we support the manufacturing of hydraulic actuators for today’s aircraft.LEVEL IIKey Responsibilities:Conduct Preventive Maintenance: Execute routine maintenance procedures on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance and reduce the likelihood of unexpected failures.Diagnose Mechanical Issues: Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions by applying technical expertise and standard troubleshooting methods.Maintain Maintenance Records: Accurately document all maintenance activities, including work orders, repairs performed, and parts utilized, to ensure comprehensive history and compliance.Adhere to Safety Protocols: Implement and follow safety guidelines and standard operating procedures to maintain a safe working environment for oneself and team members.Communicate Technical Information: Effectively share technical updates and maintenance status with team members to facilitate coordinated and efficient operations.Key Skills:Mechanical Repair: Expertise in maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting machinery and equipment.Diagnostic Analysis: Proficient in identifying and analyzing equipment malfunctions using analytical methods.Preventative Maintenance Planning: Skilled in scheduling and conducting routine maintenance to prevent equipment downtime.Technical Documentation: Ability to interpret and utilize technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints effectively.Calibration Techniques: Knowledgeable in calibrating machinery and tools to ensure precision and proper functionality.Safety Procedures: Adherence to and implementation of workplace safety standards and protocols.Tool Proficiency: Skilled in using a variety of hand and power tools required for maintenance tasks.Workflow Management: Efficiently managing personal workload to meet maintenance schedules and team objectives.Collaborative Communication: Effectively communicating technical information within the team environment.Analytical Problem Solving: Applying established procedures and methods to resolve typical maintenance issues.Motivated to give and receive feedback from member employees of all levelsAssist team members in cross training, with demonstrated depth in multiple aspects of facilities. Successful candidate typically have:Demonstrated experience with facilities infrastructure for electrical, plumbing and hydraulicsLEVEL IIIKey Responsibilities:Execute Advanced Repairs: Performs complex maintenance and repair tasks on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal functionality and adherence to technical standards.Troubleshoot Mechanical Issues: Identifies and resolves atypical mechanical problems using established procedures and technical expertise to minimize operational downtime.Mentor Junior Technicians: Provides guidance and support to less experienced team members, enhancing their technical skills and fostering a collaborative work environment.Coordinate Maintenance Activities: Collaborates with cross functional teams to schedule and prioritize maintenance tasks, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and resource availability.Develop Maintenance Procedures: Contributes to the creation and refinement of maintenance processes and methodologies, aiding in the determination of appropriate approaches for new assignments.Key Skills:Technical Expertise: Proficient in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining complex mechanical systems and equipment.Preventive Maintenance: Skilled in conducting routine inspections and implementing preventive measures to minimize equipment downtime.Troubleshooting: Adept at identifying and resolving mechanical issues using systematic problem solving techniques.Blueprint Reading: Competent in interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and manuals to guide maintenance activities.Safety Compliance: Knowledgeable in industry safety standards and practices to ensure a safe working environment.Equipment Installation: Experienced in installing, calibrating, and testing new machinery and equipment.Inventory Management: Capable of managing and maintaining inventory of spare parts and tools necessary for maintenance tasks.Team Collaboration: Effective in coordinating with team members and other departments to achieve maintenance objectives.Technical Training: Able to mentor and provide guidance to less experienced colleagues, enhancing team competency.Time Management: Efficient in prioritizing tasks and managing time to complete maintenance projects within deadlines. Successful candidate typically have:Demonstrated experience with facilities infrastructure for electrical, plumbing and hydraulicsThis position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local lawsThis role directly engages in a team of teams manufacturing environment by assisting operations and ensuring that they have the resources to execute their operations. In this role, you will be based at the new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility where we support the manufacturing of hydraulic actuators for today’s aircraft.