Senior Facilities Specialist

Saab•East Syracuse, NY

About The Position

Saab, Inc. is seeking a Senior Facilities Specialist to support the daily operations, maintenance, and upkeep of company facilities. The role includes skilled maintenance and repair across electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and light construction work, as well as inspections, documentation, contractor coordination, and support for general site operations. The position may require travel to other Saab locations within the Syracuse, New York area and operating a company vehicle. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and be able to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance for classified work areas. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen. Compensation is $25.82–$30.96 per hour; the stated range is a general guideline, and offers may reflect role responsibilities, location, market and business considerations, experience, skills, and education or training.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 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 activities.
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 to support facility needs.
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 appropriate 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.
Pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment.
If operating a company vehicle, comply with Saab, Inc.'s Driver Safety Policy and maintain a valid New York State driver's license and satisfactory driving record.