Facilities Technician

Chemence•Alpharetta, GA

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Facilities Technician is responsible for ensuring that the building and utilities systems are functioning properly and efficiently. This includes performing preventative maintenance, routine maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on systems such as air conditioning, HVAC, exhaust systems, pumps, plumbing, and electrical building systems.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 3-years’ experience in facility maintenance and repairs.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and hands-on abilities.
Ability to follow technical written procedures and equipment Manual.
Knowledge and ability to use tools and equipment.
Ability to do basic electrical work on lighting, receptacles, motors, and equipment controls.
Ability to think independently and sound technical judgment, as well as consistently collaborate and communicate with management.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to work in a challenging and consistently changing environment.
Ability to sit, stand and/or walk for up to 10 hours a day, occasionally required to stoop, bend, or kneel, lift up to 50 lbs. and perform other diverse physical tasks as needed.
English required

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with industrial ventilation/exhaust systems preferred
Experience working in ISO‑ or FDA‑regulated manufacturing environments preferred
bilingual (Spanish) a plus

Responsibilities

Routine inspections of equipment and facilities to identify and diagnose problems.
Support routine inspections of fire extinguishers, emergency light/eyewash/showers, and safety equipment.
Recognize unsafe conditions (chemical/water leaks, odors, ventilation failures).
Perform basic electrical troubleshooting and repairs on lighting, receptacles, and low voltage motors and controls.
Plumbing and HVAC repairs and maintenance.
Perform office furniture repairs, replacing light fixtures ensuring all the systems are working properly to provide a safe and comfortable environment.
Maintaining records of maintenance activities and inspection through a Computer Maintenance Management System.
Assist with escorting and coordinating contractors (HVAC, fire protection, utilities, landscaping, roofing).
Verify work areas are left in a safe and operational condition after contractor activities.
Participate in Facilities KPI’s, planning and work prioritization discussion.
Regular inspections and compliance to confirm all the functions are compliant with safety regulations and operational policies.
Respond to Facility Emergency repairs including diagnose system failures and make prompt fixes to reduce downtime and operation disruptions (fire alarm activations, power outages, water leaks, equipment failures).
Investigate equipment failures and difficulties diagnose faulty operation, and to make recommendations.
Confer with management and other personnel to implement operating procedures and resolve system malfunctions.
Assist other departments with their maintenance needs.
Team-player; works cooperatively with others to solve problems and proactively helps others when assistance is needed.
Other Duties as assigned.