Onsite Facilities Technician: Safety & Maintenance

Emerald Transportation Solutions; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Referral Program

Job summary

Emerald Transportation Solutions in Griffin, GA is seeking a diligent Facilities Technician to maintain and improve the facility, support safety programs, and ensure environmental compliance. The role focuses on daily maintenance, inspections, and safe operation of equipment in accordance with OSHA standards.

You will manage projects, coordinate with vendors, and contribute to safety audits while maintaining a clean, safe working environment for staff and operations at multiple sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in facilities maintenance, industrial maintenance, or a similar role.
• Maintain valid Forklift Certification and DOT Medical Card (required).
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of EHS standards, industrial safety regulations, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrated ability to manage facilities projects from inception to completion, including performing operational tasks, assigning work to team members or vendors, controlling material usage, and monitoring project expenditures to ensure cost efficiency.
• Perform daily inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on facility equipment, including air hoses, hose reels, vacuum pumps, band saws, lifts, and cooler fans, etc.
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment safely and in compliance with OSHA standards.
• Support EHS initiatives by conducting safety inspections on emergency lights, lifelines, pull-down cords, ladders, safety harnesses, eyewash stations, and secondary chemical containers, etc.
• Oversee waste disposal processes, including scheduling metal dumpster pickups and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
• Ensure facility cleanliness, including trash removal, cleaning around fire extinguishers, electrical panels, and maintaining designated work areas indoors and outdoors.
• Assist with environmental reporting and participate in safety audits as needed.
• Identify and promptly report facility or equipment issues requiring repair or replacement.
• Support special operational projects, including facility upgrades, process improvements, and seasonal maintenance tasks.
• Collaborate with leadership to enhance safety programs and maintain compliance with all DOT, OSHA, and environmental standards

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

EHS knowledge

Independent work

Project prioritization

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Emerald Transportation Solutions in Griffin, GA is seeking a diligent Facilities Technician to maintain and improve the facility, support safety programs, and ensure environmental compliance. The role focuses on daily maintenance, inspections, and safe operation of equipment in accordance with OSHA standards.

You will manage projects, coordinate with vendors, and contribute to safety audits while maintaining a clean, safe working environment for staff and operations at multiple sites as needed.