Facilities Technician (1st shift)

Facilities Technician

The primary responsibility is to maintain and perform PM (preventative maintenance) activities on non-production systems, the facility itself and grounds area to ensure a safe, efficient and functional environment at JTEKT.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily.

• Maintain support and inspection of non-production equipment within the facility and perform routine maintenance of systems as required (i.e., HVAC systems, evaporator, etc.)
• Maintain general plant, utilities and equipment as required, including lighting, plumbing, air filters, restrooms, breakrooms, grounds, etc.
• Assist contractors with building projects.
• Keep 5S in all systems areas and auxiliary rooms.
• Work with maintenance on projects as needed.
• Performs periodic inspections of facilities and grounds. Keeps necessary records and ensures actions taken to eliminate any potential issues.
• Works from blueprints, sketches, schematic drawings, diagrams, safety codes, manuals, and handbooks to troubleshoot mechanical or electrical difficulties and take corrective action.
• Other duties as assigned by management

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Knowledge and experience with the following: electrical, mechanical, and hydraulics
• Knowledge and experience with HVAC systems
• Ability to use power and hand tools
• Proficient computer skills for work orders and documentation
• Ability to capture equipment data and system performance analysis
• Work independently or within a team environment
• Ability to work at elevated heights, operate a manlift or forklift and follow established safety rules and standards
• Able to work overtime and weekends as needed

Associate's degree in in a related field or equivalent relevant work experience with a minimum of High School Diploma or GED.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work shift as assigned and overtime is required, as needed.

Will be required to do the following throughout the shift: standing, bending, pushing, pulling, reaching above and below shoulders, moving left to right repetitively, grasping, and fine finger dexterity.

May be required to lift during shift up to 40 lbs.

Specific vision abilities required with this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The performance of this position requires exposure to manufacturing areas which require the use of personal protective equipment such as steel toed shoes, safety glasses with side shields.