Facilities Operations Technician I

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Job Title: Facilities Operations Technician I

Department: Facilities Operations

Location: Lansing, Michigan

Position Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: Entry to Mid-Level (1-3 years preferred)

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated, hands-on Facilities Operations Technician I to join our growing maintenance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with foundational maintenance experience who is eager to expand their skillset.

In this role, you will work alongside seasoned technicians and receive on-the-job training to master core facility trades, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. If you have a strong work ethic, a knack for troubleshooting, and a passion for learning how commercial buildings operate, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities & Learning Objectives

• HVAC Training & Maintenance: Learn to perform routine preventative maintenance on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems (e.g., changing filters, replacing belts, cleaning coils, and monitoring system performance).
• Plumbing System Care: Learn to diagnose, install, and repair commercial plumbing fixtures, clear blockages, fix leaks, and maintain water supply and drainage systems.
• Electrical Systems: Gain hands-on experience troubleshooting minor electrical issues, replacing light fixtures, switches, ballasts, and outlets safely under supervision.
• General Facility Maintenance: Perform routine building walkthroughs, repair drywall, paint, fix doors/locks, and assist with furniture setups or office moves.
• Preventative Maintenance (PM): Execute daily, weekly, and monthly PM checklists to ensure all building systems run efficiently and safely.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to all safety guidelines, including OSHA regulations and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.

What We Are Looking For (Requirements)

• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in general maintenance, construction, or a related hands-on trade field is highly preferred.
• Eagerness to Learn: A strong desire to learn commercial HVAC, plumbing, and electrical trades. Technical school training or relevant certifications are a major plus.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to diagnose basic mechanical problems and safely use hand and power tools.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, work in tight spaces, and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Communication: Good communication skills and a customer-service-oriented mindset when interacting with staff or tenants.
• Reliability: A valid driver's license and dependable transportation. Flexibility to occasionally work on-call or weekends if an emergency arises.

WHO IS NEOGEN:

From farm to fork, we offer solutions to enhance the quality, quantity and safety of the global food supply. Our food safety diagnostics are used within farming operations to the production facilities of most of the world's best-known food companies. Neogen's solutions are critical to the health and well-being of our customers' operations - and in turn their consumers. What we do matters!

Neogen's culture combines stability with a deep believe in providing professional and personal growth. Our Pillars of Trust - the principles which guide our everyday decision-making, include Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect, and Service. It's the belief in these characteristics that provide a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.