Facility Tech

Ashley Furniture Industries•Saltillo, MS

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facility Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing building systems, equipment, and facilities to ensure a safe, efficient, and productive work environment. This position performs preventive maintenance, responds to repair requests, and supports facility operations across our manufacturing, warehouse, and office spaces. The ideal candidate is a skilled tradesperson with broad maintenance experience who can work independently and as part of a team to keep our facilities operating at peak performance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years of experience in facility maintenance, building maintenance, or industrial maintenance
Strong knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical systems
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment
Valid driver's license required
Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 75 lbs) and work at heights using ladders and lifts
Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Nice To Haves

Technical school training or apprenticeship in electrical, HVAC, or industrial maintenance
EPA certification for HVAC refrigerant handling
Forklift and aerial lift certification
Welding certification or demonstrated welding skills
Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
Boiler operator license
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
Experience in manufacturing or warehouse environments

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical equipment, conveyor systems, and dock equipment
Maintain building infrastructure including doors, windows, walls, floors, ceilings, roofing, lighting systems, electrical panels, and power distribution equipment
Service critical building systems including boilers, cooling systems, compressed air systems, fire protection systems (sprinklers, alarms), and overhead doors/dock levelers
Conduct plumbing and HVAC repairs including pipes, fixtures, drains, water systems, air handlers, ductwork, thermostats, and climate controls
Execute preventive maintenance program following scheduled tasks, inspecting equipment to identify potential failures, lubricating machinery, changing filters, and tracking performance in CMMS
Ensure safety and regulatory compliance by conducting regular inspections, following OSHA standards and building codes, maintaining lockout/tagout procedures, and identifying/correcting safety hazards
Maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and work orders; coordinate with contractors and vendors for specialized repairs
Perform exterior and grounds maintenance including parking lots, sidewalks, snow removal, exterior lighting, drainage management, and perimeter security features
Monitor energy efficiency by identifying improvement opportunities, adjusting building systems for optimal performance, and replacing inefficient equipment
Respond to emergency maintenance requests promptly, participate in on-call rotation for after-hours emergencies, and provide backup support to other maintenance staff