Facilities Technician - Second Shift

Nortek; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

FSA

HSA

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Nortek Data Center Cooling is seeking a Facilities Technician to maintain and optimize our manufacturing facility’s systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building controls. You will troubleshoot issues, coordinate with production and contractors, and keep accurate records in CMMS.

A strong safety mindset and hands-on skills are essential for reducing downtime and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required with basic trade knowledge.
• Experience maintaining facility systems and utilities in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read manuals, schematics, and blueprints for repairs.
• Proactive maintenance mindset with strong safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, and building controls.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment to reduce downtime in manufacturing operations.
• Monitor and maintain facility infrastructure including lighting, doors, docks, roofs, and floors.
• Assist with installation, relocation, and modification of equipment with internal teams and contractors.
• Respond to work orders promptly and document maintenance activities in CMMS.
• Support EHS compliance through inspections and corrective actions.
• Carry out basic fabrication tasks such as carpentry, painting, or light welding as needed.
• Monitor utilities (water, gas, electrical, compressed air) and report abnormalities.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects for reliability and energy efficiency.
• Support emergency response efforts during incidents or weather events.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Nortek Data Center Cooling builds the systems that keep modern data centers running — from liquid cooling to large‑scale air solutions. Our work supports some of the world’s most demanding AI and hyperscale environments, and we solve those challenges with engineering depth and practical execution. We keep things simple here. We communicate early, stay close to the details, and follow through. When issues come up, we address them directly, not with layers of process. Customers count on us because we do what we say and we keep projects moving. Our culture is hands‑on and collaborative. People take ownership, move quickly, and help each other. If you like working with teammates who are straightforward and accountable, you’ll feel at home. With the backing of Madison Air, we have the scale, stability, and manufacturing footprint to support complex, high‑growth programs.

Nortek Data Center Cooling is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our benefits package includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HAS and 401(k) Plan with company contributions.

Job Summary

The Facilities Technician supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of a manufacturing facility by performing maintenance, repair, and improvement of building systems, equipment, and infrastructure. This role ensures that production areas, utilities, and facility assets remain in optimal working conditions to minimize downtime and maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

What You’ll Do

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on facility systems, including HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, compressed air, and building controls.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment issues to support manufacturing operations and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Monitor and maintain facility infrastructure, such as lighting, doors, docks, roofs, floors, and structural components.
• Support installation, relocation, and modification of equipment, coordinating with production, engineering, and outside contractors.
• Respond to maintenance requests and work orders in a timely and efficient manner.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, logs, and documentation in the CMMS.
• Assist with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) compliance, including inspections, audits, and corrective actions.
• Perform basic fabrication tasks, such as carpentry, painting, welding, or light machining, depending on skill set.
• Monitor facility utilities (water, gas, electrical, compressed air) and report abnormalities.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance facility reliability, energy efficiency, and safety.
• Support emergency response efforts, including equipment failures, weather events, or facility incidents.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of experience in facilities maintenance, industrial maintenance, or a related trade.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and basic diagnostic equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in manufacturing environments (heat, noise, heights, confined spaces).
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Self‑motivated with a focus on safety and reliability.

Why Join Nortek DCC

• Gain hands‑on experience in a growing business
• Contribute to a company helping power the next generation of AI‑ready data centers
• Work in an environment with meaningful growth opportunities

https://www.nortekdatacenter.com/about/