Facilities Technician (Manufacturing)

The company name is: The Oakwood Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oakwood Group is seeking an experienced Facilities Technician in Taylor, MI to maintain buildings, grounds, and related facility equipment. You will perform hands-on maintenance, coordinate repairs, and help ensure safety and code compliance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of building and grounds maintenance experience with working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, plus proficiency in Microsoft Office and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of building and grounds maintenance experience.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building and grounds maintenance to support company standards and code compliance.
• Coordinate and oversee outside contractors for building-related work.
• Maintain preventive maintenance documentation and records.
• Maintain and manage maintenance equipment and inventories.
• Follow all health and safety policies and applicable codes and standards.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Job description

Location: Taylor, MI

Job Id:298

# of Openings:0

We are looking for an experienced Facilities Technician to perform building and grounds maintenance, support facility repairs, coordinate contractor work, maintain preventive maintenance documentation, and help ensure our buildings and equipment meet company and safety standards. Qualified candidates should have at least 5 years of building and grounds maintenance experience, basic electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC knowledge, Microsoft Office skills, a valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation.

Why Apply?

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Facilities Technician to support the upkeep, repair, and overall maintenance of our buildings, grounds, and related facility equipment. This position plays an important role in maintaining a safe, clean, functional, and compliant work environment by performing hands‑on maintenance tasks, coordinating facility repairs, and supporting building standards.

The ideal candidate will have strong building and grounds maintenance experience, a practical understanding of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, and the ability to work effectively with internal team members, contractors, and code enforcement representatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general building and grounds maintenance to support company standards and code compliance.
• Maintain effective working relationships with facility employees, contractors, and code enforcement representatives.
• Assist with minor maintenance repairs, including building equipment repairs, exhaust fan motor replacement, plumbing repairs, 110-volt electrical repairs, carpentry, drywall, painting, and light fixture replacement.
• Maintain buildings and associated equipment in good working condition.
• Coordinate and oversee outside contractors for building-related work to help ensure jobs are completed properly and meet company requirements.
• Maintain and manage preventive maintenance documentation.
• Support inventory tracking of building furnishings and recommend replacement or refurbishment when needed.
• Operate lift trucks during work order assignments as needed.
• Follow all company health and safety policies, as well as applicable government codes and standards.
• Perform other facility-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in building and grounds maintenance.
• Basic knowledge and hands‑on experience with electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Preferred Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize work orders.
• Good communication skills when working with employees, contractors, and outside service providers.
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and facility standards.
• Ability to maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

This position may require standing, walking, bending, lifting, climbing, use of tools and equipment, and working in various areas of the facility, including production, maintenance, office, and outdoor environments. The employee must be able to safely perform essential job duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.