Facilities Maintenance Technician

Facilities Support TechnicianKeep Our Operations Moving | Hands-On Work | Variety Every DayCates is looking for a dependable, hardworking Facilities Support Technician to help keep our manufacturing facilities running smoothly.If you're someone who enjoys staying busy, likes working with your hands, takes pride in keeping things organized, and doesn't want to sit behind a desk all day, this could be the perfect opportunity.This isn't just a cleaning position. You'll be an important part of our operations team—supporting production, maintaining our facilities, helping move materials, stocking supplies, assisting multiple departments, and making sure our employees have everything they need to be successful.Every day is different, and your work truly makes a difference.What You'll DoYou'll support our Plano and Wylie facilities by helping with a variety of daily tasks, including:Keep Our Facilities Looking GreatMaintain clean, safe, and organized production, warehouse, office, and common areasEmpty trash, recycling, and remove cardboard, pallets, and scrap materialsSweep, mop, and maintain production floors, loading docks, and walkwaysReport maintenance or safety concernsSupport ProductionRefill shop supplies, hardware bins, PPE, labels, tape, and production consumablesDeliver tools, hardware, and materials to employeesHelp maintain organized supply stationsSupport Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiativesWarehouse & Material HandlingAssist with receiving, stocking, staging, and moving materialsTransport materials between departmentsRelocate shelving, workstations, and production equipmentHelp organize inventory locations and assist with cycle countsFacility ImprovementAssemble shelving, workstations, carts, and other equipment using hand and power toolsCoordinate with outside contractors performing facility workHelp schedule facility services and repairsAssist with office moves, special projects, and department supportRequirementsWhat We're Looking ForWe're looking for someone who is:Dependable and shows up ready to workSelf-motivated and able to work independentlyOrganized with strong attention to detailComfortable helping wherever neededMechanically inclined and enjoys working with toolsA team player with a positive attitudeSafety-mindedPreferred QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED1–3 years of warehouse, facilities, maintenance, manufacturing, or janitorial experienceForklift certification (or willingness to become certified)Clean driving record, reliable transportation, and proof of insurancePhysical RequirementsThis is an active position that requires:Standing and walking throughout the dayFrequent bending, lifting, pushing, and pullingLifting up to 50 pounds regularlyWorking indoors and outdoors as neededOperating forklifts, pallet jacks, and floor scrubbers after trainingWhy Join Cates?At Cates, every employee plays an important role in our success. We build industrial automation and control solutions used by companies across the country, and our Facilities Support Technician helps ensure our entire operation runs efficiently.We offer:Competitive payStable, full-time employmentOpportunities to learn new skillsSupportive team environmentClean manufacturing facilitiesCareer growth opportunitiesComprehensive benefits packagePaid holidays and paid time offReady to Join Our Team?If you're dependable, enjoy staying active, and take pride in supporting a team, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and become part of the team that keeps Cates running.Salary: From $19.00 - $20.00 per hourBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offReferral programVision insuranceSchedule:M-F 7:00 am – 4:00 pmSome Overtime may be requiredOvertime pay available for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a week.Work Location: Two locations – Plano, TX 75074 and Wylie, TX 75098