Facilities Services Specialist (Maintenance Mechanic)

About the role

Location: Salt Lake City, UT (telecommute possible). Employment type: Full‑time.

Fillauer is a global leader in orthotic and prosthetic innovation that empowers clinicians and patients to achieve their best functional outcomes. With manufacturing and R&D locations in Tennessee, Utah, and Sweden, Fillauer supports a strong upper‑limb product line, a robust offering of prosthetic feet, a variety of orthotic devices, and a collection of tools, equipment, components, and materials. Founded over a century ago, Fillauer is dedicated to helping individuals with limb loss and limited mobility return to daily activities and achieve new heights.

The Facilities Services Specialist is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment and infrastructure across the facility. This role performs hands‑on maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and coordination of facility services with a strong emphasis on mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Execute routine preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Analyze mechanical and/or electrical problems, and adjust, repair, replace, or perform corrective actions to ensure continuous and safe functioning of manufacturing equipment.
• Use CMMS software to organize, assign, and document maintenance activities, overseeing updates and corrections.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain building systems and equipment, including lighting, simple electrical repairs, and coordinate repairs with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and other trades as appropriate.
• Ensure all contracted work meets company standards, safety requirements, and timelines.
• Collaborate with various departments and managers to identify and prioritize tasks based on urgency, safety, and operational needs.
• Conduct routine facility inspections to identify hazards, maintenance needs, and improvement opportunities.
• Assist with space planning, equipment moves, and layout changes as needed.
• Support company sustainability initiatives and cost‑saving facility improvements.
• Participate in on‑call or after‑hours response rotations when required.
• Identify and source necessary parts, tools, and supplies to effect repairs, finding cost‑effective and timely solutions.
• Work safely with tools and equipment, using good judgment to ensure safety of self and others.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree, technical certificate, or formal training in electrical, industrial maintenance, or related trade strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a mechanic role, manufacturing, or a related trades field.
• Electrical experience (troubleshooting, repairs, etc.).
• Problem‑solving mindset with proactive communication.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documents.
• Strong safety mindset and familiarity with OSHA and electrical safety standards.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb, use ladders, and perform physical tasks as required.

Additional Success Factors

• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Detail‑oriented with strong follow‑through.