Facilities Technician

Facilities Technician

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.

Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

Learn about our company culture directly from our team.

As a facilities technician, complete work order service requests in support of the branch maintenance department. Perform preventive maintenance, and oversee service contractors, deliver routine maintenance (housekeeping, grounds maintenance, gate maintenance, etc.). Must possess broad skills in various building trades (I.E. plumbing, carpentry, electrical, mechanical, etc.) and broad mechanical aptitude. Duties include building and equipment repair and installation, and project work.

What You'll Be Doing (% of Time)

• Electrical repair; lamp changing, light fixture repair/installation, diagnostic capability. (20%)
• Plumbing repair; pump and fixture installations/replacements/repair, drain cleaning, diagnostic capability. (20%)
• Heating, ventilating, and air conditioning; basic understanding of commercial equipment operation and maintenance procedures. (20%)
• Basic mechanical repair on forklifts, order pickers, pallet jacks, and other equipment as required. (20%)
• Basic building repair but not limited to painting, wall repair, floor repair (10%)
• Performs other duties as required. (10%)

Desired Skills and Experience

• Requires a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (Required).
• High mechanical/electrical aptitude and experience working with hand tools a plus.
• Experience that demonstrates skill in various building trades listed above.
• Able to work in a team environment.
• Good Interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to effectively communicate (oral and written) with all employees, contractors, and vendors.
• Must be able to remain flexible with work schedule to accommodate changing facility needs.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, see, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. This role operates large equipment and needs to constantly position self to maintain the operation of equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and heavier weights with proper equipment.

Work Environment

Regularly works around moving mechanical parts. Noise level is loud. The job may risk exposure to dust, heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions.

Travel Required

This job requires no domestic travel.

Work Status & Location

This full-time, non-exempt position is located in McKinney, TX

Relocation

Relocation is not available for this position.

Pay

$19.38 - $29.09 / hour

Rewards at Simpson Strong-Tie

We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.

• Quarterly Bonuses/Commission: You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue — directly or indirectly – and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.
• Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more. View benefit plan details here:

In keeping with our values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our communities, we are an equal opportunity employer. This means that our employment decisions are based on your qualifications and merit, and our business needs.

Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.