Facility Technician

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero); San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

HSA (Health Savings Account)

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero) seeks a Facility Technician to maintain our San Luis Obispo campus. This on-site role covers maintenance, custodial duties, inspections, and vendor coordination to keep buildings and equipment safe and functional.

The ideal candidate has hands-on mechanical aptitude, works independently, and thrives in a fast-paced environment while contributing to continuous facility improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; able to read and follow instructions.
• 2+ years in a related facilities or maintenance role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem solving.
• Experience with power and basic hand tools; safe use practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain company facilities, office spaces, and shop areas.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors.
• Support event setup and breakdown of furniture.
• Utilize work order system to log activities and track tasks.
• Uphold safety standards and comply with procedures.
• Assist with cleaning and custodial duties as needed.
• Inspect vehicles, extinguishers, and equipment as required.
• Identify opportunities to improve facilities and equipment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Power tools

Hand tools

Ladders & elevated work

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Communication

On-call ability

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary: The Facility Technician performs a wide range of maintenance, custodial, and facility support duties to ensure company buildings and equipment remain safe, functional, and well maintained. This role conducts routine inspections and preventative maintenance, performs general repairs, coordinates vendors, supports event set-up, and promotes a safe, compliant workplace. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, works independently, and thrives in a fast-paced environment while contributing to continuous facility improvement.

FACILITY TECHNICIAN

Job Summary:

The Facility Technician performs a wide range of maintenance, custodial, and facility support duties to ensure company buildings and equipment remain safe, functional, and well maintained. This role conducts routine inspections and preventative maintenance, performs general repairs, coordinates vendors, supports event set-up, and promotes a safe, compliant workplace. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, works independently, and thrives in a fast-paced environment while contributing to continuous facility improvement.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Broad variety of duties associated with maintaining company facilities, office spaces, and shop areas
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of all facilities and equipment
• Custodial duties such as cleaning, sweeping, mopping, and removal of trash and recycling
• General facility organization and restocking of supplies
• Coordinate with and oversee external contractors and vendors
• Installation and maintenance of office furnishings and fixtures
• Vehicle inspections, fire extinguisher inspections, equipment inspections
• Transportation of items between facilities
• Support set up and breakdown of furniture for company events
• Utilize work order system for work assignments and to log activities
• Identify and propose opportunities to improve facilities and equipment
• Uphold safety standards and protocols, promoting a secure and hazard-free workplace
• Specific COVID cleaning measures to ensure proper sanitization of high-use areas
• Special assignments as assigned

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• High school diploma
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a related field
• High attention to detail, detail oriented
• Ability to work with both power and basic hand tools
• Familiar with operating a forklift, scissor lift, and other heavy equipment
• Familiar with loading, unloading, and driving with trailers
• Comfortable working on ladders or other high areas such as on lifts or on rooves
• Good mechanical aptitude, comfortable working with your hands
• Ability to multi-task and comfortable performing a wide variety of tasks
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks in a focused work environment and maintain high levels of efficiency without direct supervision
• Proven ability to analyze and solve problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Lift 50+ lbs
• Able to provide on-call support in case of emergencies or other off-hours issues
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications for communication and planning
• Thrive in a small company, fast pace, dynamic environment

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

• 5 or more year of experience in a related field
• Strong understanding of OSHA requirements and guidelines
• Ability to perform facility electrical and plumbing repairs and improvements
• Experience with interior finishing work such as drywall, painting, carpentry, etc.
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems

Comprehensive Benefits & Perks:

• Health & Wellness: Choose from three health, dental, and vision plans - including a 100% employer-paid option covering both employees and their families.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of PTO, 80 hours accrued plus an additional 40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day off.
• Life Insurance: $25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy, with the option to purchase additional coverage for employees and their families.
• Supplemental Coverage: Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with a company match to support your financial future.
• Paid Holidays: Enjoy 9 paid holidays throughout the year.
• Work Environment: A casual dress code, complimentary snacks, and a welcoming company culture.
• Ideal Location: Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life - a perfect place to live, work, and play!

Company Overview

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc (ESAero) is a leader in aerospace engineering, product development, and manufacturing, dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective solutions to the industry. We specialize in cutting-edge system design, rapid product development, precision manufacturing, comprehensive testing, and technology demonstrations to support the evolving needs of the aerospace community. Committed to excellence, on-time delivery, and continuous growth, we invest in infrastructure to expand our manufacturing and aftermarket capabilities while maintaining the highest standards of engineering services.

At ESAero, we don’t just build products, we engineer solutions that propel the aerospace industry forward.

**This position is fully on-site at ESAero in San Luis Obispo, CA**

ESAero is an equal opportunity employer.

E-Verify participation required for employment.

Must present proof of authorization to work in the United States.

Must be able to pass background check and drug test

Hiring Range: $22-$35 Hourly/ Non-Exempt