Senior Facilities Specialist
About The Position
Saab, Inc. is seeking a Senior Facilities Specialist to support the daily operations, maintenance, and upkeep of company facilities. The position performs a broad range of skilled facility maintenance, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, furniture modification, light construction, and general upkeep. It also includes inspecting buildings, equipment, and systems; coordinating contractors and facility service providers; maintaining technical facility documentation; and providing basic mentorship and training to less experienced facilities team members. Additional duties may include audiovisual setup for meetings and conferences, interoffice mail delivery, wastepaper recycling, stocking employee break areas, supporting corporate visitors and site activities, and traveling to other Saab locations within the Syracuse, NY area as needed. The position may require operating a company vehicle. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and able to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance for classified work areas. Selected applicants may be subject to a government security investigation and must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, with 7+ years of relevant experience.
- Demonstrated experience performing facilities maintenance, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, and light construction activities.
- Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, facility utility systems, HVAC systems, and related maintenance practices.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical information and maintenance results to internal and external customers.
- Demonstrated problem-solving, analytical thinking, and organizational skills.
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and other appropriate maintenance equipment effectively and safely.
- Ability to provide basic guidance and training to less experienced team members.
- Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance for classified work areas.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- If required to operate a company vehicle, must possess and maintain a valid New York State driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Nice To Haves
- Experience coordinating with external contractors and vendors on facility maintenance, repairs, and improvement projects.
- Experience maintaining technical facility documentation, including electrical diagrams, network diagrams, and space utilization records.
- Experience supporting general site operations, employee services, meeting and conference setup, or corporate visitor activities.
Responsibilities
- Support daily facility operations through skilled maintenance, repairs, installations, furniture moves, painting, cleaning, and other facility upkeep.
- Perform routine and complex electrical troubleshooting, installations, and repairs involving facility electrical and utility systems.
- Perform mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on facility equipment and systems.
- Complete routine and complex plumbing repairs and installations.
- Service and maintain HVAC systems as needed.
- Perform carpentry, furniture modifications, and light construction activities.
- Inspect facility buildings, equipment, and systems to identify maintenance needs and assess compliance with applicable building codes and requirements.
- Coordinate with external contractors and vendors on building repairs, equipment maintenance, and facility improvement projects.
- Operate facility equipment and use hand and power tools to complete maintenance tasks safely and effectively.
- Provide basic mentorship and training to Level 1 and Level 2 facilities team members.
- Maintain and update facility documentation, including electrical power diagrams, network diagrams, space utilization records, and other relevant technical documentation.
- Support additional facility operations, including audiovisual setup for meetings and conferences, interoffice mail delivery, wastepaper recycling, and stocking employee break areas.
- Coordinate with facility service providers, including security, cafeteria, and media support personnel, as needed.
- Assist with hosting corporate visitors and supporting site activities.
- Travel to other Saab locations within the Syracuse, NY area as needed.
- Operate a company vehicle if required and comply with Saab, Inc.'s Driver Safety Policy.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
- Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays.
- 401(k) with employer contributions.
- Tuition assistance and student loan assistance.
- Wellness and employee assistance resources.
- Employee stock purchase opportunities.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Professional growth opportunities.
- Competitive wages.
- Work-life balance.
- Business casual atmosphere.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
