Facility Technician (D crew/PM Shift)

First Solar; Perrysburg (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar in Perrysburg, Ohio, is seeking a Facility Technician to support Facilities and Maintenance operations with day-to-day maintenance and repairs of building equipment. The role requires handling electrical, mechanical and HVAC systems, following safety procedures, and collaborating with internal and external teams to keep the campus functioning efficiently.

Experience with office moves and basic utilities is a plus; on-site work with hands-on repair and preventative maintenance is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with 2+ years of manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Or skilled Electrical or Mechanical Trade with 1+ year manufacturing exposure.
• Experience with building utility power, compressors, generators, plumbing, and fire detection systems.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety procedures and maintain good housekeeping.
• Assist with office moves and campus changes.
• Maintain Perrysburg building and grounds facilities.
• Assist with installation of signage and safety equipment.
• Perform minor electrical and plumbing repairs.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and repair equipment; follow up on work orders.
• Complete various work orders and other assignments as required.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

HVAC systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Electrical/Mechanical Trade Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview

Facility Technician – support Facilities and Maintenance operations with day‑to‑day maintenance and repairs of facility building equipment in a timely and cost‑efficient manner.

Essential Responsibilities

• Responsible for adherence to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
• Assist with office moves, including furniture, cubicle changes and moving people throughout campus.
• Maintain Perrysburg building and grounds facilities using applicable resources and equipment.
• Assist with installation of all signage and safety equipment on campus.
• Perform minor electrical and plumbing repairs and small projects throughout PBG Campus.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and repair any irregular conditions on equipment, follow up on work orders, and perform preventative maintenance.
• Complete various work orders as assigned.
• Conduct other assignments as required.

Education & Experience

Experience with commercial building utility power, air compressors, emergency generators, plumbing, fire detection and facility systems. Mechanically inclined with working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.

• High School Diploma/GED and 2+ years in related maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting OR
• Skilled Electrical or Mechanical Trade experience with 1+ year in a manufacturing setting

Required Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of building electrical, mechanical and HVAC systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A team player with the ability to work well with internal and external teams.
• Ability to use tools to accomplish repairs.
• Ability to work with little supervision.

Physical Requirements

• Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
• Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.
• Will exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift, push or pull on a seldom basis.
• Will lift, push or pull up to 27 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Requires repeated use of hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• Requires 20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correction.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• May reach above shoulder height and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment, including steel‑toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron, and arm guards.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.