Facility Tech

About the role

The Facility Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing building systems, equipment, and facilities to ensure a safe, efficient, and productive work environment. This position performs preventive maintenance, responds to repair requests, and supports facility operations across Ashley Furniture's manufacturing, warehouse, and office spaces.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical equipment, conveyor systems, and dock equipment
• Maintain building infrastructure including doors, windows, walls, floors, ceilings, roofing, lighting systems, electrical panels, and power distribution equipment
• Service critical building systems including boilers, cooling systems, compressed air systems, fire protection systems (sprinklers, alarms), and overhead doors/dock levelers
• Execute preventive maintenance program following scheduled tasks, inspecting equipment to identify potential failures, lubricating machinery, changing filters, and tracking performance in CMMS
• Maintain safety and regulatory compliance by conducting regular inspections, following OSHA standards and building codes, maintaining lockout/tagout procedures, and identifying/correcting safety hazards
• Maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and work orders; coordinate with contractors and vendors for specialized repairs
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests promptly, participate in on-call rotation for after-hours emergencies, and provide backup support to other maintenance staff
• Monitor energy efficiency by identifying improvement opportunities, adjusting building systems for optimal performance, and replacing inefficient equipment
• Perform exterior and grounds maintenance including parking lots, sidewalks, snow removal, exterior lighting, drainage management, and perimeter security features

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in facility maintenance, building maintenance, or industrial maintenance
• Strong knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical systems
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment
• Valid driver's license required
• Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 75 lbs) and work at heights using ladders and lifts
• Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Preferred

• Technical school training or apprenticeship in electrical, HVAC, or industrial maintenance
• EPA certification for HVAC refrigerant handling
• Forklift and aerial lift certification
• Welding certification or demonstrated welding skills
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Boiler operator license
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• Experience in manufacturing or warehouse environments

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid vacation, holidays, and your birthday off
• Generous employee discount on home furnishings
• Professional development opportunities
• Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical Tourism
• Telehealth
• 401(k) and profit sharing
• Life insurance

Core Values

• Honesty & Integrity
• Passion, Drive, Discipline
• Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence
• Growth Focused