Maintenance Technician

M-D Building Products; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

On-Site Clinic

401(K) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

M-D Building Products is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to maintain and repair facilities equipment, buildings, and accessories. You will interpret technical documents, follow instructions, and perform installations for projects with a strong emphasis on safety.

Responsibilities include maintaining electrical, HVAC, fire protection systems, and yard sprinklers, plus operating forklifts and coordinating with storeroom for materials.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for explaining assignments.
• Good hand-eye coordination for operating equipment.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift 50–100 lbs.
• Ability to work at heights over 25 feet.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on electrical distribution, lighting, HVAC, fans, and ventilation systems.
• Maintain fire protection systems, alarms, and yard sprinklers.
• Address maintenance needs for structural items and facility equipment.
• Operate forklift as required and maintain a clean work area.
• Communicate material and supply needs to storeroom and follow safety policies.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Hand-eye coordination

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Heavy lifting

Working at heights

Color vision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Threaders

Drill presses

Grinders

Welding equipment

Saws

Cutters

Scissor Lifts

Boom Lifts

Shears

Electric test equipment

Job description

The Maintenance Technician I is responsible for the safe and effective maintenance, repair, and servicing of facilities-related equipment, buildings, and accessories. This role also involves performing installations for capital and/or expensed projects, with a paramount focus on safety in all tasks.

Responsibilities

• Interpret technical documents (manuals, drawings, schematics, work orders, handbooks, code books) to understand system requirements, work scope, materials, and procedures
• Follow verbal instructions for operations and assignments
• Perform maintenance and repairs on electrical distribution, lighting, HVAC, fans, and ventilation systems, ensuring compliance with codes and regulations
• Maintain and service fire protection systems, alarms, and yard sprinklers
• Address maintenance needs for structural items, guard rails, and all other facility equipment
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and ensure proper disposal of scrap materials in designated containers
• Communicate material and supply needs to the storeroom
• Actively promote and adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Maintain a professional and respectful demeanor when interacting with all employees
• Operate a forklift as required

Minimum Qualifications

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for explaining complex problems and understanding work assignments
• Excellent hand-eye coordination is necessary for operating the required equipment
• A current driver's license is required
• Ability to stand for at least 10 hours
• Capable of lifting items weighing between 50 and 100 pounds and carrying them up to 50 pounds
• Good vision is required; color blindness is not permitted
• Must be able to safely work at heights over 25 feet

Equipment Used

You will regularly operate and utilize a variety of tools and machinery, including but not limited to

• Threaders
• Drill presses
• Grinders
• Welding equipment
• Saws
• Cutters
• Scissor Lifts and Boom Lifts (requiring safe operation and adherence to all company policies)
• Shears
• Electric test equipment (e.g., multimeter)

TESTING (What tests are required to determine skill levels)

• This will cover all the skills and trades relevant to the job functions, including HVAC, plumbing, structural maintenance, and equipment operation
• Candidates will need to demonstrate their ability to understand and interpret schematics, likely for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, likely related to building structures and layouts, will be assessed

M-D Building Products has been a trusted name in American construction for over 106 years. Founded in 1920, we have spent more than a century designing, manufacturing, and distributing the products that builders, contractors, and homeowners depend on to get the job done right. What started as a focused commitment to quality weatherstripping has grown into one of the most recognized and respected product portfolios in the construction industry. We are proud to be an American manufacturer. Every product bearing the M-D name is made right here in the United States, with production facilities in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, our home and headquarters, as well as Louisville, Kentucky, and Gainesville and Brooklet, Georgia.

Our facilities are home to skilled, dedicated teams who bring the same pride and craftsmanship to every product they make. At M-D, we don't just compete in our categories, we lead them. Our products are industry leaders or strong contenders for industry leadership across every line we carry. That standard of excellence isn't accidental. It is the result of more than a century of listening to our customers, investing in our people, and refusing to settle for good enough. The people of M-D are guided by five core values that define how we work, how we treat one another, and how we show up for our customers every day.

Integrity

~ Honesty doesn't need a policy. We do the right thing when nobody is looking

Vision

~ Tomorrow's success is taken by the steps we take today

Commitment

~ Every day, we are accountable to each other and our customers

Communication

~ We listen with intent, communicate with clarity, and speak up for what's right

Stewardship

~ We serve to promote one another, create opportunities, and provide customer delight.

When you join M-D Building Products, you join a company that has stood the test of time. Not by standing still, but by continuously evolving, improving, and investing in the people who make everything possible. We believe every individual has the potential to make a meaningful impact, and we cultivate a culture that recognizes and develops that potential. If you are eager to learn, motivated to grow, and interested in building a career at M-D,

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• On-Site Clinic
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Lab Card Program
• Group Term Life & AD&D
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Education & Development
• Mental Wellness (Employee Assistance Program)
• Voluntary Benefits including Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

M-D Building Products, Inc provides equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, genetic predisposing characteristics, or any other basis prohibited by law.