Facilities Technician II
About The Position
The Facilities Technician II is responsible for advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, monitoring, and operation of critical facility infrastructure systems, including the facility's Combined Heat and Power (CHP/COGEN) system. This position serves as the lead technician for day-to-day utility operations and supports the Facilities Manager in maintaining reliable operation of power generation, heating, cooling, environmental control, and utility systems. The Facilities Technician II performs advanced preventive and corrective maintenance, responds to equipment failures, monitors system performance, and assists with implementation of maintenance strategies for critical infrastructure. This position works independently on complex maintenance activities while collaborating with the Facilities Manager on major repairs, system upgrades, and operational improvements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Licensed HVAC Technician, Licensed Electrician, Licensed Industrial Maintenance Technician, or equivalent trade licensing required.
- Valid driver's license in good standing with a clean driving record
- Five (5) or more years of facilities maintenance, industrial maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, or related experience.
- Experience operating and maintaining critical facility systems required.
- Advanced knowledge of electrical, HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, automation, and facility support systems.
- Strong understanding of fluid dynamics, including pumps, pressure systems, heat transfer, cooling towers, chilled water systems, recycled water systems, and closed-loop distribution systems.
- Experience operating and troubleshooting industrial chillers and boiler systems.
- Understanding of electrical power generation and distribution systems.
- Working knowledge of cryogenic gas systems, including storage, distribution, monitoring, and associated safety requirements.
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, control drawings, and technical documentation.
- Strong troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to identify system abnormalities and recommend corrective actions.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with management on complex infrastructure issues
Nice To Haves
- Additional technical certifications are preferred.
- Experience in regulated manufacturing, pharmaceutical, food production, agricultural, or similar environment preferred.
- Experience in operating, monitoring, and maintaining Combined Heat and Power (CHP/COGEN) systems or comparable industrial utility infrastructure preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform advanced troubleshooting, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of facility infrastructure and production support systems.
- Serve as a technical subject matter expert for electrical, HVAC, mechanical, controls, and utility systems.
- Diagnose complex equipment failures and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
- Perform day-to-day operation, monitoring, inspection, and maintenance of the facility's Combined Heat and Power (CHP/COGEN) system.
- Monitor operating conditions, alarms, performance metrics, and utility system trends to ensure safe and efficient system operation.
- Perform routine maintenance, inspections, adjustments, and repairs on COGEN-related equipment and supporting infrastructure including boilers, chillers, pumps, heat exchangers, generators, and other utility distribution systems associated with COGEN operations
- Support operation and maintenance of HVAC systems, automation controls, electrical distribution systems, generators, refrigeration systems, compressed gas systems, and environmental controls.
- Assist in planning, scheduling, and executing preventive maintenance activities.
- Lead maintenance projects, equipment installations, modifications, and facility upgrades.
- Coordinate and oversee contractors and service providers performing work on site.
- Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintenance processes, and operational efficiency.
- Train and mentor Facilities Technician I and/or employees on maintenance procedures, troubleshooting practices, and safety requirements.
- Assist management with vendor evaluations, project planning, repair estimates, and equipment recommendations.
- Ensure maintenance activities comply with OSHA standards, company policies, and Pennsylvania Department of Health regulations.
- Maintain maintenance records, project documentation, and equipment histories.
- Demonstrate advanced understanding of electrical safety, machine guarding, Lockout/Tagout, confined space procedures, and compressed gas safety.
- Perform emergency maintenance response activities as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
