Facilities Technician (1st Shift, M-F)

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

About the role

The Facility Technician will support Facilities and Maintenance operations with day-to-day maintenance and repairs of facility building equipment in a timely and cost-efficient manner. This position performs mechanical and plumbing work, general maintenance, and works with inspectors, contractors, and department liaisons as requested.

Responsibilities

• Interface with other departments, contractors, and supplier personnel.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
• Identify and recommend opportunities for cost savings.
• Assist with office moves including furniture, cubicle changes, and relocating personnel throughout campus.
• Maintain Perrysburg building and grounds facilities using applicable resources and equipment.
• Assist with installation of all signage and safety equipment on campus.
• Perform routine duties including identification, troubleshooting, and repair of irregular conditions on equipment.
• Timely follow-up on work orders and perform preventative maintenance.
• Conduct minor electrical and plumbing repairs and small projects throughout PBG Campus.
• Perform other assignments as required.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED and at least 5 years in a manufacturing setting or relevant experience, or
• Skilled Electrical or Mechanical Trade experience with 3 years in a manufacturing setting or relevant experience, or
• Associate degree in a technical discipline with 3 years in a manufacturing setting or relevant experience.
• Mechanically inclined with solid working knowledge of facilities systems.
• Demonstrated experience with commercial building utility power, air compressors, emergency generators, plumbing, fire detection, or facility systems.
• Ability to detect and resolve problems using professional knowledge and strong problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of MAXIMO CMMS.
• Knowledge of building electrical, mechanical, and HVAC with a strong emphasis on electrical systems.
• Knowledge of OSHA 70E Arc Flash programs and LOTO.
• Knowledge of facility Building Management Systems, access control, security, life safety, and fire systems.
• Experience with blueprints, equipment manuals, specifications, and equipment troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience working with tools to accomplish repairs.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team player with the ability to work well with internal and external teams.

Physical Requirements

• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift.
• Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.
• Will lift, push, or pull up to 27 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• 20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required.
• Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend on an occasional basis.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron, and arm guards).
• All associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time; thus, the ability to wear a respirator is a condition of employment (requires little or no facial hair).

Pay

$26.97–$38.46 USD per hour.

Schedule

• Travel: 5%–10%.

Reporting Relationships: This position will not have direct reports.