Facilities Specialist

Facilities Specialist - RichardsonThis role manages complex infrastructure projects from inception to completion. The position serves as a technical lead, assisting with contractor selection and management to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to exact specifications. By collaborating with management on equipment placement and site planning, this role identifies and mitigates risks, and ensures the facility remains a safe, compliant, and efficient environment.Specialist level position for technicians who provide engineering support to perform tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:Ensures the facility is always in compliance with all local and government regulations.Provides technical direction to facilities staff and directs the same in non-routine work as applicable.Performs routine inspections of Facility systems - HVAC, plumbing, water quality equipment to prevent unscheduled downtime.Respond to emergency repairs to minimize facility downtime and disruption to operations.Coordinates contract services, inspections and audits as necessary.Manages multiple projects varying in complexity using solid project management skills and tools.Monitors and reports progress status of projects along with quality, schedule, safety, security, productivity, administration, worksite appearance to site management team and evaluates contractors on these aspects.Ensures compliance with applicable government EHS regulations.Performs periodic reviews of EHS programs and initiatives to identify and control risks.Knowledge/Skills/Competencies:Familiarity with NFPA 70e program for electrical safety in general.Familiarity with best work practices.Ability to evaluate, diagnose and troubleshoot problems.Ability to manage several projects simultaneously and coordinate multiple, changing deadlines.Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of internal and external customersPhysical Demands:Duties of the position are performed in a manufacturing environment with frequent exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, operating machinery, temperature extremes, hazardous substances, etc. Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data. Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.Typical Experience: Three to six years of relevant experience.Typical Education: GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a construction trade environment. Educational requirements may vary by geography.Celstica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Celestica is an E-Verify employer.