FACILITIES SPECIALIST JOB GASTON, SC

About the role

We are seeking a motivated individual to join our Columbia Site Maintenance Team based in Gaston, SC. The ideal candidate possesses a safety mindset and applies a high degree of self‑driven ownership and accountability over their duties and responsibilities. Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is a global leader in the production of PTA, PET resins, PET recycling (rPET), and specialty polymers, with facilities in the Carolinas, Mississippi, Indiana, and Pennsylvania, headquartered in Charlotte, NC.

Responsibilities

• Performing building maintenance and repairs including roofing, plumbing, painting, light carpentry, and other structural or system‑related tasks
• Maintaining the overall physical appearance and upkeep of the site
• Collaborating with multi‑craft teams, assisting scaffolding and insulation teams as needed
• Executing civil and contract work as directed by engineering
• Operating shop machines, such as drill presses and saws
• Utilizing SAP to manage work orders, parts, and materials
• Supporting planning and scheduling activities during routine operations and shutdowns
• Serving on the plant ERT (Emergency Response Team)
• All other duties assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED
• Valid driver’s license
• 3+ years’ experience as a facilities specialist in an industrial manufacturing facility
• Civil/Concrete experience is a plus
• Ability to multi‑task, complete work orders in a timely manner, be driven, stay on task
• Good knowledge of building maintenance and operations functions
• Ability to set up, adjust, and safely operate drill press, wood saws, and various pneumatic and electric tools
• Ability to read blueprints, sketches, specifications, written, and verbal instructions
• Basic math skills, able to convert decimals to fractions, and use all units of measure
• Ability to read a tape measure and square to 1/32"
• Willingness to work overtime, including nights and weekends, when needed to meet production deadlines
• Ability to meet physical job requirements: standing, kneeling, lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Knowledge of industry safety practices and willingness to participate in advancing safety culture
• Great attendance and ability to work independently without daily supervision