Sr. Corporate Maintenance Technician

H.B. Fuller•Saint Paul, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2024 revenue of $3.6 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,500 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www. hbfuller.com . Senior Maintenance Technician Location: St. Paul Corporate Headquarters – Vadnais Heights, MN Position Overview The Senior Maintenance Technician reports to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor and serves as the senior technical resource and on-the-floor lead for daily maintenance activities supporting the St. Paul Corporate Headquarters campus. This role is primarily hands-on and does not include formal supervisory or HR responsibilities. The position provides technical expertise, day-to-day work coordination, contractor support, and operational continuity to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of building systems, laboratory equipment, and campus infrastructure.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Minimum 8 years of hands-on industrial, commercial, or facility maintenance experience.
Demonstrated experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and Motor Control Centers (MCCs).
Strong mechanical aptitude and experience repairing: Pumps, Motors, HVAC equipment, Laboratory equipment.
Experience with: Welding, Brazing, Soldering, Pipefitting.
Knowledge of water treatment systems including: Closed-loop water chemistry, Dealkalization systems, Reverse osmosis systems, Deionized water systems.
Ability to understand and troubleshoot complex chemical piping and process flow systems.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair pneumatic control systems.
Ability to read and interpret: Electrical schematics, Wiring diagrams, Blueprints, Technical drawings.
Working knowledge of: High-voltage three-phase electrical systems, Low-voltage control circuits.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
High level of safety and environmental awareness.
Working knowledge of: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Hot Work Permits, Confined Space Entry, Fall Protection, Hazardous Chemical Safety.
Strong computer proficiency and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with employees, corporate leadership, and external contractors.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a maintenance-related field, technical certification, or equivalent trade training preferred.
Previous experience supporting corporate headquarters, laboratory, or research facilities preferred.
Minnesota State Chief Class C Boiler License or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
10+ years of combined technical training and experience supporting: Building automation systems, Process control systems, HVAC systems, Plumbing systems, Electrical systems, Laboratory equipment.
Experience with JCI Metasys Energy Management Systems (EMS).
Experience with TSI laboratory hood management systems.
OSHA Construction Safety and Health Certification.
Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering Technology, Building Maintenance, or related field.

Responsibilities

Perform advanced preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and upgrades on building systems and process equipment, including: HVAC systems, Laboratory fume hoods, Heat recovery systems, Boilers, chillers, and cooling towers, Emergency generators, Electrical distribution systems, Plumbing and piping systems, Building automation and process control systems.
Manage and maintain campus HVAC and security systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Independently diagnose and resolve complex maintenance issues using technical expertise, diagnostic tools, and available system data.
Serve as the technical escalation point for difficult troubleshooting and equipment failures.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, energy efficiency, and overall facility performance.
Promote a strong maintenance culture focused on safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
Ensure all maintenance activities are performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and established procedures.
Identify facility improvement projects that protect company assets and improve operational performance.
Support contractor selection, coordination, and oversight as directed by the Facility Maintenance Supervisor.
Solicit vendor proposals and manage contractor activities to ensure quality, safety, and project completion.
Provide technical expertise during project planning, execution, commissioning, and startup activities.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance facility reliability, efficiency, and sustainability.
Support daily maintenance planning and work coordination to optimize resource utilization and safe work execution.
Review and prioritize maintenance work orders to ensure timely completion.
Coordinate and redirect daily work activities as directed by the Facility Maintenance Supervisor.
Provide operational continuity during supervisor absences while maintaining the role's non-supervisory nature.
Escalate staffing, performance, disciplinary, and policy-related matters to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor.