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Facilities Maintenance Technician Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile Facilities Maintenance Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong, diverse background in multiple trades, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and refrigeration, with proven experience in executing both preventative and corrective maintenance tasks across a commercial or industrial facility. This role is crucial for ensuring the safety, functionality, and operational efficiency of our multi-site buildings and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• System Maintenance & Repair: Perform routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance on building systems and equipment, including but not limited to:
  • HVAC/Refrigeration: Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) systems, cooling towers, and commercial refrigeration units. This includes filter changes, coil cleaning, refrigerant handling (if certified), and component replacement.
  • Electrical: Diagnose and repair electrical issues, including lighting, ballasts, switches, outlets, motor controls, and low-voltage systems. Perform basic wiring and circuit testing following established safety protocols.
  • Plumbing: Address plumbing repairs such as leaking fixtures, unclogging drains, repairing or replacing pipes and fittings, and maintaining water supply systems and backflow preventers.
• Preventative Maintenance (PM): Develop and strictly adhere to a preventative maintenance schedule for all critical facility assets to maximize equipment lifespan and minimize downtime.
• Corrective Maintenance: Respond promptly to work orders and emergency calls to troubleshoot and repair immediate operational and safety issues.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all work is performed in compliance with local, state, and federal codes, regulations (e.g., OSHA), and company safety standards. Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities.
• General Facility Support: Execute general carpentry, painting, drywall repair, and other miscellaneous repairs as needed to maintain the appearance and structure of the facility.
• Inventory Management: Assist with managing the inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies, ensuring critical items are readily available.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent is required. Vocational or technical certification in a related trade (e.g., HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing) is highly preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in facilities maintenance or a related field, demonstrating proficiency across multiple disciplines (Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC, Refrigeration).
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong working knowledge of commercial HVAC systems and controls. EPA Universal Refrigerant Handling Certification is a significant asset.
  • Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting, repair, and safety procedures (up to 480V systems preferred).
  • Solid understanding of commercial plumbing systems, including pipefitting and drain cleaning.
  • Aptitude for reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving abilities, strong attention to detail, and effective communication skills. Must be self-motivated and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, bend, kneel, and stand for extended periods, and work in various weather conditions and environments.

WHO IS NEOGEN:

From farm to fork, we offer solutions to enhance the quality, quantity and safety of the global food supply. Our food safety diagnostics are used within farming operations to the production facilities of most of the world’s best-known food companies. Neogen’s solutions are critical to the health and well-being of our customers’ operations – and in turn their consumers. What we do matters!

Neogen’s culture combines stability with a deep believe in providing professional and personal growth. Our Pillars of Trust – the principles which guide our everyday decision—making, include Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect, and Service. It’s the belief in these characteristics that provide a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.