Facilities Maintenance Technician

Emerson • Sandusky, MI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Facility Maintenance Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting daily plant operations by ensuring the facility, equipment, and work environments are safe, functional, and well-maintained. You’ll perform a variety of hands-on maintenance tasks, inspections, and minor repairs while working alongside experienced maintenance professionals. This role offers the opportunity to build your skills across mechanical, electrical, and facility systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: General Maintenance- Perform routine facility upkeep including light repairs, painting, patching, and basic carpentry. Assist with preventative maintenance tasks on building systems and production support equipment. Replace lights, filters, batteries, gaskets, and other consumable items. Perform minor plumbing tasks such as clearing drains or repairing small leaks. Maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance shop and storage areas. Equipment Support- Conduct basic mechanical checks: lubrication, tightening fasteners, inspecting belts, etc. Report equipment issues to supervisors and escalate problems requiring skilled technicians. Assist maintenance technicians during larger repairs or installations. Safety & Compliance- Follow all safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and PPE requirements. Conduct routine safety inspections of facility areas and report hazards. Support EHS initiatives through proper waste handling and housekeeping. Facility Operations- Perform groundskeeping tasks such as snow removal, salting walkways, mowing, or debris pickup. Assist with moving equipment, racking, furniture, and material when needed. Support building access control: door checks, badge issue reporting, minor hardware adjustments. Who You Are: Assumes responsibility for the outcome of others. Promotes a sense of urgency and establishes and enforces individual accountability in the team. Shows a tremendous amount of initiative in tough situations; is exceptional at spotting and seizing opportunities. Delivers messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner. Actively listens and checks for understanding. Align words and actions to model reliability. Shows a genuine concern for people’s needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or plumbing systems.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Forklift or aerial lift certification and/or ability to obtain certification.

Nice To Haves

• Prior facility or industrial maintenance experience.
• Basic reading of maintenance manuals, diagrams, and safety documents.
• Have at least 3 years relevant work experience (in a manufacturing environment).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine facility upkeep including light repairs, painting, patching, and basic carpentry.
• Assist with preventative maintenance tasks on building systems and production support equipment.
• Replace lights, filters, batteries, gaskets, and other consumable items.
• Perform minor plumbing tasks such as clearing drains or repairing small leaks.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance shop and storage areas.
• Conduct basic mechanical checks: lubrication, tightening fasteners, inspecting belts, etc.
• Report equipment issues to supervisors and escalate problems requiring skilled technicians.
• Assist maintenance technicians during larger repairs or installations.
• Follow all safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Conduct routine safety inspections of facility areas and report hazards.
• Support EHS initiatives through proper waste handling and housekeeping.
• Perform groundskeeping tasks such as snow removal, salting walkways, mowing, or debris pickup.
• Assist with moving equipment, racking, furniture, and material when needed.
• Support building access control: door checks, badge issue reporting, minor hardware adjustments.

Benefits

• We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.
• Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees