Facilities Technician (Pitman Day Shift)

Silfab Solar•Fort Mill, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Silfab Solar is seeking a Facilities Technician to maintain facility equipment and support safe, reliable operations at its solar manufacturing facility. The role includes equipment repair and maintenance, process troubleshooting, monitoring and logging operational data, and completing preventive and predictive maintenance work orders. The technician also supports environmental and regulatory compliance, maintains organized work areas, and performs electrical and mechanical projects under the direction of the Facilities Manager. The position requires safe work practices, including following lockout/tagout procedures, handling chemicals safely, and maintaining equipment and documentation associated with applicable process safety and permit requirements. The technician may also participate as a member of the on-site emergency response team. Silfab Solar describes itself as a rapidly expanding renewable energy company focused on reducing carbon emissions and expanding access to clean energy.

Requirements

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a related field.
Experience operating a process and troubleshooting and correcting process operations.
Experience with chemical handling and safe work practices associated with chemical handling.
Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, mechanical chillers, boilers, HVAC units, pumps, gauges, and valves.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems and use hand and power tools.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Motivation, a team-oriented approach, attention to detail, precision, and follow-through.

Nice To Haves

At least 8 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment working in a facilities group.
Licensed operator of a wastewater treatment system (SC Phys Chem).
Knowledge of mechanical chillers, cooling towers, emission scrubbers, boilers, industrial air compressors, water treatment systems, and HVAC systems.
Associate degree, technical trade school certificate, or higher.
Military experience in a mechanical role.

Responsibilities

Maintain facility equipment to maximize operating performance and help maintain spare-parts inventory levels.
Repair equipment to restore it to proper and safe working conditions.
Take data readings and maintain logs to comply with local, state, and federal requirements.
Troubleshoot process operations and make adjustments to maintain optimal performance.
Use handheld instruments, including voltage meters, LEL meters, gas detection meters, and pH meters.
Help ensure production schedules are not jeopardized by process or equipment breakdowns or unsafe operating conditions.
Follow lockout/tagout procedures for unsafe equipment and equipment being serviced.
Complete work orders for preventive and predictive maintenance according to manufacturers’ recommendations.
Maintain organized work areas in compliance with housekeeping and 5-S requirements.
Complete electrical and mechanical repairs and projects as directed by the Facilities Manager.
Prioritize safety and follow environmental rules and regulations.
Complete other jobs, projects, and special assignments as directed by the Facilities Manager.
Participate as an on-site emergency response team member.
Maintain equipment and documentation associated with processes and equipment subject to PSM, RMP, and permit requirements.