Facilities Specialist

Job Summary

The Facility Specialist supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of company facilities, including office, laboratory, mechanical, utility, and general building areas. This hands-on role performs and coordinates preventative maintenance, repairs, inspections, vendor support, and general building maintenance.

Core Areas

• Softlines: Testing, inspection, and certification services for textiles, clothing, footwear, leather goods, and other consumer products.
• Hardlines: Safety and quality testing for household goods, toys, furniture, sports equipment, tools, and DIY products.
• Electrical: Testing and certification of electrical and electronic products, from household appliances to industrial control systems.
• Solar & Commercial: Quality assurance and certification of photovoltaic modules, inverters, and commercial technical installations.
• Medical: Comprehensive testing and certification for medical devices, from diagnostic equipment to implants.

Compensation Data

The salary range for this position is $75,000-$85,000 and reflects factors such as years of experience, relevant expertise, and overall qualifications.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Conducting regular inspections and assessments to identify maintenance needs and prioritize repairs.
Coordinate test equipment calibration and repair activities.
Maintain calibration records and support the calibration database.
Track, organize, and manage customer test samples and TUV equipment according to procedures.
Coordinating shipping and receiving of equipment and test samples.
Managing customer test samples
Strong hands-on maintenance and repair skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve general facility issues.
Ability to perform minor repairs, installations, adjustments, and troubleshooting using appropriate tools and safety practices.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, laboratory support, equipment coordination, or a related technical field preferred
• Experience in building maintenance, facility operations, engineering support, or a related hands-on technical field preferred
• Practical experience performing or supporting plumbing, electrical, mechanical, carpentry, general repair, or building maintenance work preferred
• Experience in a laboratory, R&D, manufacturing, testing, or technical services environment is preferred
• Strong technical skills, project management experience, and effective communication skills are also essential
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and processes
• Microsoft Office experience

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Work is performed in a mixed-use office, laboratory, R&D, mechanical, utility, and general facility environment.
Position requires regular walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing, and working in mechanical or maintenance areas.
Must be able to climb ladders, use hand and power tools, and access building systems and equipment as needed.
Must be able to safely lift, carry, push, or pull tools, equipment, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds; heavier items may require assistance.
May work near mechanical equipment, electrical panels, plumbing systems, HVAC systems, noise, dust, odors, temperature changes, and other normal facility maintenance conditions.
May be required to wear PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, safety shoes, lab coat, or other required protective equipment.
May occasionally work outside normal business hours to support maintenance, repairs, emergencies, shutdowns, or contractor work.
Must follow all applicable company safety procedures, work instructions, and regulatory requirements.