Facilities Maintenance Technician
General Atomics · Acton, MA · 6 days ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
Duties And Responsabilities
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility systems and equipment.
- Troubleshoot and repair HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
- Monitor building systems including HVAC controls and Building Automation Systems (BAS).
- Replace filters, belts, bearings, sensors, motors, pumps, and other mechanical components.
- Install, repair, and maintain plumbing fixtures, piping, and utility systems including compressed air, gas, water, and sewer lines.
- Inspect facility equipment and systems to identify and resolve issues before failures occur.
- Calibrate and maintain HVAC controls and temperature sensors.
- Respond to maintenance requests and facility emergencies in a timely manner.
- Perform general building maintenance including minor repairs, furniture moves, and workspace setup.
- Conduct safety inspections of fire extinguishers, exit lights, eyewash stations, and related equipment.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records using SAP CMMS or work order systems.
- Follow company safety procedures, building codes, and environmental regulations.
Additional Responsibilities
- Cook up with outside vendors and contractors as needed.
- Support maintenance contracts and service scheduling.
- Submit badge access requests and contractor coordination.
- Help maintain facility cleanliness, organization, and operational readiness.
- Support special projects and other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
- Typically requires a two-year technical degree, trade school equivalent, military class C school or Military Occupation Specialty (MOS), and seven or more years of progressive experience as a stationary engineer, journeyman plumber or HVAC mechanic.
- Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
- Must demonstrate considerable knowledge of construction industry mechanic concepts and regulations as well as plumbing and mechanical codes.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to use building automation systems to determine equipment status and resolve moderately complex issues with minimal guidance.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize daily tasks and work independently or as part of a team, including working extended hours as required.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to clearly document work, accurately report findings, and interact effectively with team members, supervisors, customers, vendors, and contractors.
- Customer-focused mindset and strong interpersonal skills to work with all levels of employees and external partners.
- Proficiency with basic shop math.
- Skill in using hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.
- Physical ability to climb ladders, lift 50+lbs, and work safely at heights using lift equipment and required PPE.
- Willingness to learn and safely operate a variety of equipment.
- Strong knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the field; familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.
- Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, SAP, CMMS systems, and Trane Tracer® BAS is a strong plus.
- Reliability and punctuality.
Required Licenses/Certifications
- Valid Massachusetts driver’s license with a good driving record (DMV verifiable).
- EPA certification in refrigerant recovery.