Facilities Technician/Maintenance Technician I

Woodward L'Orange•Niles, IL

About The Position

Woodward is hiring a Facilities Technician/Maintenance Technician I to perform routine maintenance and general building upkeep. The role performs basic equipment maintenance, troubleshoots straightforward mechanical issues, maintains accurate maintenance records, and assists senior technicians with complex repairs. It also covers building, grounds, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and life-safety system tasks, as well as routine property inspections. The technician must follow safety procedures, respond promptly to urgent maintenance and safety issues, and complete work to quality standards. The position requires use of information subject to ITAR and/or EAR. Applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR or eligible to obtain required government authorizations. Woodward is an equal opportunity employer. Estimated hourly base pay is $20.67 minimum, $26.92 midpoint, and $33.17 maximum, plus overtime. Salary depends on education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and market data.

Requirements

Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate and maintain machinery and equipment according to standard procedures.
Ability to perform routine preventive maintenance tasks.
Ability to identify and resolve straightforward mechanical issues using established guidelines.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations.
Ability to communicate and collaborate with team members.
Familiarity with maintenance standard operating procedures and equipment-handling procedures.
Proficiency using hand and power tools for maintenance activities.
Time-management skills to complete tasks within designated schedules.
Ability to ensure maintenance work meets quality standards.
Must be a U.S. Person within the meaning of ITAR/EAR or eligible to obtain all required authorizations.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance on equipment and machinery according to standard operating procedures.
Identify and resolve straightforward mechanical problems using established methods and tools.
Document maintenance activities and update logs.
Assist experienced mechanics with complex maintenance and repair projects.
Follow safety guidelines and procedures during maintenance work.
Prioritize and promptly respond to urgent maintenance and safety issues.
Perform general building maintenance, including patching and painting walls, building and repairing furniture and cabinetry, repairing door hardware and flooring, moving equipment, and setting up meetings.
Perform light plumbing work, including faucet and fixture repair or replacement, air hose fabrication, and piping system replacement, repair, and installation.
Maintain and beautify the grounds and exterior landscaping.
Perform light HVAC tasks, including replacing belts and filters, adjusting thermostats, and cleaning coils.
Perform light electrical tasks, including replacing bulbs, ballasts, switches, and outlets.
Inspect, maintain, and test life-safety systems such as emergency lights, fire extinguishers, and exit signs.
Conduct routine property inspections and report deficiencies.

Benefits

Annual cash bonus opportunity.
Up to 4.5% 401(k) match, plus an annual contribution of another 5% in Woodward stock options to members’ 401(k) accounts.
Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for all members.
11 paid holidays, including a floating holiday.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Vacation, sick time, vacation buy-up, short-term disability, and bereavement leave.
Adoption assistance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Member life and AD&D, long-term disability, optional member life, optional spouse/child life, optional AD&D, and healthcare and dependent care flexible spending.
Voluntary benefits including home and auto insurance discounts, whole life insurance, critical illness insurance, legal assistance, and military leave.