Facilities Maintenance Technician

Accurus Aerospace Athens, 180 Trans Tech Drive, Athens, Georgia, United States of America Job Description Posted Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 5:00 AM Facilities Maintenance Technicians perform cleaning, preventative maintenance, and general repairs for facilities, grounds, buildings, and equipment. Duties include preventative tasks such as fluid replacement and replenishment, filter changes, lubrication, prescribed inspections and cleaning, and other equipment‑specific tasks. Building and grounds maintenance includes mowing/trimming, snow & ice removal, light bulb replacement, basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, and other services. These technicians may accompany or assist outside contractors performing work in the facility. Essential Functions Read work orders and specifications to determine tasks and priorities; may initiate work orders to track verbal and in‑person maintenance requests. Troubleshoot, maintain, and perform basic repair of minor building electrical problems including lamp/bulb changes, ballast, fixture, switch, photocell, and outlet issues; replace filters on AC and/or downdraft equipment. Perform minor repair and maintenance of external building, grounds, plumbing, and other mechanical systems or equipment. Monitor fluid levels and add/change fluids including coolant to machines; safely transport and store used coolant for collection by authorized waste vendor. Perform facility cleaning including sweeping and mopping floors and other surface cleaning; clean and sanitize restrooms, breakrooms, and eyewash stations; empty trash and scrap bins as needed. May operate mower, trimmer, or other hand tools to maintain grounds; use shovels, plow, or other snow & ice removal equipment as necessary. Safely and efficiently operate forklift and other material‑handling equipment; may operate overhead or jib cranes. Operate motor vehicle to traverse facility and obtain or deliver parts and supplies needed by maintenance personnel. Transport parts, tools, equipment and materials needed to perform work; remove debris and inoperable items. May inventory and requisition parts, equipment, and supplies; may drive motor vehicle to obtain items not in inventory. May record data in ERP, maintenance work order system, or other electronic storage. Use cleaners, solvents, abrasives, power and hand tools, adhesives, lubricants, and other solutions to clean and repair facilities. Maintain clean, safe, and orderly work area; return tools and equipment to appropriate storage areas when not in use. May participate in safety committee activities. Follow all safety policies and procedures; consistently utilize all required personal protective equipment (PPE); attend and participate actively in safety training. Communicate verbally (English) and follow verbal and written instructions. Perform other tasks and/or assignments as required. Regular attendance on‑site at the workplace is required. Required Education and Work Experience High School diploma or GED equivalent is required. A minimum of two (2) years experience in a similar maintenance role is required; relevant apprenticeship or vocational training in industrial maintenance, building trades, or similar program may be considered in lieu of or in combination with paid work experience. Other Required Skills and Abilities Valid Driver's license and acceptable safe driving record to meet insurance requirements. Forklift experience is preferred; forklift certification must be obtained upon hire and maintained throughout employment. Mechanical aptitude and basic knowledge of facility maintenance required. Experience using hand tools and electrical testing equipment is required. Small motor repair, hydraulic and/or pneumatic system repair experience is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. ERP or Work Order system experience is preferred. Self‑management skills including efficiency, sense of urgency, ability to adapt and respond to unexpected circumstances, and ability to juggle multiple projects, competing priorities, and meet concurrent deadlines. Appropriate written and verbal communication skills and consistently legible handwriting (English). Physical Demands and Work Environment To perform the essential functions of the role, employees must be able to perform the following activities with or without reasonable accommodations: Regularly stand and walk throughout the facility, sit and/or stand for long periods to perform job duties. Regularly lift, carry (short distances), and push/pull up to 50 pounds. Frequently bend, crawl, stoop, squat, or kneel. Frequently climb steps, stairs, and ladders. Accurately distinguish colors, letters, and numbers. Use hands and fingers to remove and install hardware, adjust controls, and operate tools. Use hands and fingers to operate computer and peripheral equipment. Visual ability to gauge distances, recognize and avoid obstacles. Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material‑handling equipment. Working Conditions Work is performed in a manufacturing warehouse environment where working conditions may vary significantly; the employee will be exposed to: Moderate noise (frequently); excessive noise, hearing protection required (frequently). Dust, smoke, fumes/vapors (occasionally); may be required to wear dust mask or respirator as needed. Extreme temperatures (occasionally). Sharp instruments including box cutters, scissors, and other tools. Hazardous equipment including forklifts, hand tools, cranes or other lifting devices, and other equipment used in a machine shop environment. Exposure to power sources and powered equipment (regularly). The use of PPE, including hearing protection, eye and hand protection, and the use of safety footwear is required. This position is classified as safety‑sensitive. #J-18808-Ljbffr