Hybrid Facilities Maintenance Technician & Planner

Albany International Corp.; Rochester (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany International Corp. in Rochester, NH seeks a Facilities Maintenance Planner/Technician to plan, coordinate and execute maintenance across the facility, combining preventive planning with hands-on troubleshooting of HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems.

The role develops PM schedules, prioritizes work orders, manages CMMS documentation, and tracks KPIs while collaborating with operations and vendors to ensure safe, timely upkeep aligned with production goals.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in facilities or industrial maintenance.
• Experience using a CMMS for planning and documentation.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for facility equipment and building systems.
• Prioritize work orders based on safety, production impact, and resource availability.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with internal departments and external vendors.
• Estimate labor, materials, and equipment requirements for maintenance tasks.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, logs, and documentation in the CMMS.
• Track KPIs such as work order completion, equipment uptime, and PM compliance.
• Identify recurring problems and recommend long-term solutions or improvements.
• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on facility equipment (HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, etc.).
• Diagnose equipment issues using technical manuals, schematics, and testing instruments.
• Complete repairs with an emphasis on safety, quality, and timeliness.
• Conduct facility inspections to identify potential hazards or maintenance needs.
• Support installation, commissioning, and upgrades of facility systems.
• Ensure tools, equipment, and workspaces are maintained and organized.
• Ensure all maintenance activities align with company safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in developing and implementing safety procedures and emergency response plans.
• Maintain compliance documentation for inspections, audits, and certifications.
• Provide clear communication on work order status, equipment conditions, and upcoming maintenance activities.
• Work closely with operations, engineering, and leadership to plan around production needs.
• Train or guide junior maintenance staff when necessary.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

HVAC troubleshooting

Blueprints & schematics reading

Maintenance planning

Communication

OSHA knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or certification preferred

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Albany International Corp. in Rochester, NH seeks a Facilities Maintenance Planner/Technician to plan, coordinate and execute maintenance across the facility, combining preventive planning with hands-on troubleshooting of HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems.

The role develops PM schedules, prioritizes work orders, manages CMMS documentation, and tracks KPIs while collaborating with operations and vendors to ensure safe, timely upkeep aligned with production goals.