Facilities Technician/Maintenance Technician I

Woodward Inc

Niles, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Blueprints, Communication Skills, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Furniture Construction, Furniture Repair, HVAC, Hand Tools, Hardware Repair, Home Inspections, Identify Issues, Landscaping, Life Safety Systems, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - Plumbing, Maintenance Services, Operations Processes, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Piping, Plan Meetings, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Property Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Quality Metrics, Record Keeping, Regulations, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Schematics, Software Patches, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Technical Writing, Testing, Time Management
LOCATION
Niles, IL
POSTED
3 days ago

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct Routine Maintenance: Performs basic maintenance tasks on equipment and machinery following standard operating procedures.

  • Troubleshoot Equipment Issues: Identifies and resolves straightforward mechanical problems using established methods and tools.

  • Maintain Maintenance Records: Documents maintenance activities and updates logs to ensure accurate tracking of work performed.

  • Assist Senior Technicians: Supports experienced mechanics by providing assistance during complex maintenance and repair projects.

  • Ensure Safety Compliance: Follows safety guidelines and procedures to maintain a safe working environment during all maintenance activities.

  • Prioritize and respond promptly to urgent maintenance and safety issues.

  • General building maintenance tasks, examples including patching and painting walls, building and repairing furniture and cabinetry, repairing door hardware and flooring, moving equipment, setting up meetings, etc.

  • Light plumbing tasks, examples including faucet/fixture repair/replacement (sinks, toilets, showers, drains, valves), air hose fabrication, piping system replacement, repair, and installation.

  • Grounds tasks to maintain and beautify the exterior building and landscaping.

  • Light HVAC tasks, examples including replacing belts and filters, adjusting thermostats, and cleaning coils.

  • Light electrical tasks such as replacing bulbs, ballasts, and electrical switches and outlets.

  • Inspect, maintain and test life safety systems such as emergency lights, fire extinguishers, exit signs.

  • Conduct routing inspections of property and report deficiencies

Key Skills:

  • Mechanical Aptitude: Proficient in operating and maintaining machinery and equipment according to standard procedures.

  • Preventive Maintenance: Skilled in performing routine maintenance tasks to ensure optimal equipment functionality.

  • Troubleshooting: Capable of identifying and resolving straightforward mechanical issues using established guidelines.

  • Technical Documentation: Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics effectively.

  • Safety Compliance: Knowledgeable in adhering to safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe work environment.

  • Team Collaboration: Effectively communicates and collaborates with team members to achieve maintenance objectives.

  • Operational Procedures: Familiarity with standard operating procedures for maintenance tasks and equipment handling.

  • Tool Handling: Proficient in using hand and power tools required for maintenance activities.

  • Time Management: Efficiently manages time to complete maintenance tasks within designated schedules.

  • Quality Assurance: Ensures all maintenance work meets quality standards and contributes to overall work excellence.

Other Qualifications:

About the Company

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Woodward Inc

Woodward delivers lasting contributions to energy control, always innovating for a better future.

We serve two primary markets – Aerospace and Energy. We integrate our leading-edge technologies into fuel, combustion, fluid, actuation, and electronic control systems. Our growth is driven by the increasing demand for fuel-efficient, low-emission, and high performance energy management.

COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Engineering Services
FOUNDED
1870
WEBSITE
https://www.woodward.com/