Facilities Maintenance Lead

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At Mohawk Industries, we’re committed to more – more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team.

As a Fortune 500, global flooring leader with some of the best-known brands in the industry, Mohawk is a great place to start or develop your career with an emphasis on more of what’s important to you. Whether you want to lead more, innovate more, learn more or create more, you can find your more with Mohawk.

Primary Objective:

Leads team and performs a variety of mechanical and basic electrical tasks to safely maintain and support facility equipment, machinery, and systems.  

Major Function and Scope:

• Complies with all company safety rules and procedures. Ensures that all team members are in compliance as well.


• Conducts Start of Shift Safety Stand Downs detailing all planned activities and risks associated with planned work.


• Takes the lead on training and developing new employees.

• Performs and documents preventive maintenance and inspections on plant equipment. 

• Schedules services and inspections by contractors and state inspectors  

• Inspects work to verify accuracy and workmanship. 

• Assist with delegating work orders and setting priority.  

• Enters SAP request for purchasing.  

• Services and repairs plant HVAC equipment, including air-handlers, chillers, fans, etc.  

• Performs welding and light metal fabrication tasks, including basic operation of machining equipment, such as lathes, milling-machines, drill-press, etc. 

• Performs basic pipe-fitting tasks, including cutting, threading, and installing steel piping. 

• Maintains and services air compressors and air dryers up to 300 HP. 

• Maintains and services natural gas fired thermal oil boiler and pumps. 

• Maintains and services loading dock equipment, including doors, dock levelers, dock locks, etc. 

• Reads mechanical blueprints, schematics, and other technical drawings and documentation as needed to perform troubleshooting, repair, and project duties. 

• Maintains, services, and tests sprinkler systems (wet, dry, and antifreeze) and Flamex spark detection/extinguishment systems. Performs maintenance and repairs on dust collection systems and equipment. 


• Responds during off hours, including weekends, as needed to address emergency breakdowns of facilities equipment and systems. 

• Comes in to work early during ice and snow to assist with spreading ice-melt on walk paths and parking lot. 


• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Type of Experience and Knowledge:

• High School Diploma or equivalent 

• Associate degree in industrial maintenance or related area preferred. 

• Hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, HVAC, electrical, or other certifications preferred. 

• 1+ years of experience in a leadership role. 

• 5+ years of experience in construction and/or maintenance of manufacturing facilities. 

• Exceptional attention to detail; above average math skills  

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills are a must. 

• Able to safely work at heights of up to 50 feet and in confined spaces. 

• Plumbing/piping, welding skills, certification a plus  

• Pump, fan, alignment experience  

• Computer skills (typing, using internet to research parts, read and respond to email) 

• Basic electrical repair/installation/troubleshooting experience  

• Basic forklift maintenance experience, practical experience and theoretical understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics  

• Must have a wide range of mechanical experience dealing with aligning pulleys, belts, chain, gearboxes, replacing high precision bearings, replacing seals, etc. 

• Experience in HVAC, boilers, compressors, buildings, etc.  

• Good organizational, communication and personal skills  

• Machinist experience a plus 

• Must have a valid NC driver’s license and clean driving record. 

• Must be able to work during off hours as needed, and during inclement weather. 

• Must be able to work well with other team members. 

Physical Requirements / Other Pertinent Job Information:

• This position requires the team member to work with machinery in an environment where there may be regular exposure to noise from machinery, dust, fumes and extreme temperatures. 


• Other working conditions may include working long hours and flexible shifts, including holidays 


• Must be able to lift 50lbs.; bending, squatting, climbing ladders and stairs are required.

Disclaimer: The information on this description was prepared by Compensation and department management and is designed to indicate the general nature and level of the work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. 

Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don’t Work participant.