Senior Facilities Maintenance Technician

Valence; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 53,037; Full time

Job summary

Valence in Seattle, WA is seeking a full-time Facilities Maintenance Technician to maintain and improve production equipment. The role emphasizes installation, inspection, repair, and preventive maintenance across mechanical and electrical systems, with safety as a core requirement.

The technician will troubleshoot, order parts, document work, and support capital equipment projects while adhering to company guidelines and safety policies. Monday–Friday shifts are offered, with DOE compensation.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required.
• 5+ years facility maintenance experience.
• Electrical work with certification (1+ year).
• Plumbing work with certification (1+ year).
• Welding experience (1+ year).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, support, and repair all production equipment.
• Determine material, parts, and equipment for repair and stock.
• Install, inspect, repair, and maintain mechanical and electrical systems.
• Coordinate and perform scheduled preventive maintenance.
• Complete documentation as per company guidelines.
• Design and implement installation of new equipment and tools.
• Must comply with all company safety rules and policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Time management

Oral communication

Decision making

Honesty/Integrity

Accuracy

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Location: Seattle, WA

Compensation Range: $30.00 - $38.50 per hour DOE

Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday – Friday; 1st Shift 6am – 2:30pm or 2nd Shift 1pm – 9:30pm

Position Summary

Responsible for the overall maintenance of all equipment and the implementation of new equipment. Reports to Facilities Manager.

Essential Functions

• Troubleshoot, support, and repair all production equipment.
• Determine material, parts, and equipment required for repair, installation, and stock.
• Install, inspect, repair, and maintain mechanical, electrical, and related systems across production and supporting departments.
• Coordinate and participate in scheduled/preventive maintenance on all production equipment.
• Complete all necessary documentation as described under company guidelines.
• Design and implement the installation of new equipment and tools.
• Must comply with all company safety rules and policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in facility maintenance.
• 1+ year of electrical experience with certification.
• 1+ year of plumbing experience with certification.
• 1+ year of welding experience.

Position Qualifications

Competency Statements

• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Oral Communication – Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Decision Making – Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Honesty/Integrity – Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Time Management – Ability to utilize available time to organize and complete work within deadlines.
• Safety Awareness – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.

Education & Skills

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) – Required.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, or lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures.
• Ability to work at heights or in confined spaces (if applicable).
• Constant exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Constant reaching, grasping, and fine manipulation with both hands and arms.
• Constant standing and moving.
• Occasional bending/squatting.
• Occasional repetitive motion.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing/industrial setting with moving machinery and equipment.
• Exposure to noise, dust, and chemical odors (monitored and regulated by EHS).
• Temperature fluctuations based on weather and facility conditions.
• Personal Protective Equipment required (safety glasses, gloves, aprons, boots, respirator, etc.).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance.
• Supplemental Life Insurance.
• 401(k) with 3% Employer Match.
• Pet Insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off Program.
• 8 Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.