Facilities Technician

REDCOM

New York

4 days ago

Job Description

Facilities Technician
On site / Full Time
Employment Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 – 6:00 PM

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable and hands-on Facilities Technician to support the ongoing operation, maintenance, and upkeep of an aging commercial/industrial facility. The role focuses on performing basic preventive and corrective maintenance, coordinating with external vendors for specialized work, and ensuring the building systems remain functional and safe.

Key Responsibilities

Perform routine and basic facility maintenance tasks, including minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, lighting, door/hardware repairs, and general building upkeep.
Inspect, monitor, and perform basic maintenance on the facility’s heat pump systems. Report issues promptly and assist with seasonal start-up/shut-down tasks associated with environmental equipment as directed.
Coordinate and schedule work with external vendors and contractors for specialized maintenance, repairs, inspections, and services (HVAC support, roofing, electrical, plumbing, elevator, fire/life safety, etc.). Obtain quotes, track work orders, and ensure work is completed on time and to standard.
Conduct regular facility walk-throughs and inspections to identify maintenance needs, safety hazards, or aging infrastructure issues; document findings and prioritize corrective and preventative actions.
Respond to work orders and occupant requests in a timely manner; troubleshoot basic building system problems.
Maintain a facility budget, accurate records of maintenance activities, vendor work, inventory of common supplies, and equipment status.
Support compliance with safety, fire, and building code requirements; assist during inspections or emergency situations as needed.
Keep mechanical rooms, storage areas, and common spaces organized and free of hazards.
Perform other related duties as assigned to support the reliable operation of an aging facility.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or relevant certifications preferred.

2+ years of experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, or a related hands-on technical role.
Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC principles, and general building systems. Familiarity with advanced heating/cooling systems and LockOut/TagOut is a plus.
Ability to coordinate and communicate effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders.
Comfortable working on an aging facility with older infrastructure and systems.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a safety-first mindset.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred.
Computer and Communication skills required.

What We Offer

Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
A supportive, growth-oriented culture in a small, close-knit team.

Physical Requirements:

Physically able to lift moderate loads, climb ladders, access roof areas (when safe), and work in varied indoor/outdoor conditions.
This position requires the ability to hear, have visual acuity, and manual dexterity. This position would routinely lift up to 40 pounds, and occasionally more.
Forklift certification or the ability to obtain this certification is a plus.

ABOUT REDCOM LABORATORIES, INC.:

REDCOM Laboratories, Inc. is a private woman-owned small business based in Victor, New York. Since 1978, REDCOM has been developing advanced strategic, operational, and tactical communication solutions with a focus on interoperability, flexibility, and ease of use. REDCOM has a long history of successful deployments at the highest levels of government, in telephone networks around the globe, and in leading Department of Defense (DoD) communications programs for the Army, Air Force, Marines, and Navy.

REDCOM was awarded a Rochester Top Workplaces award in 2020, 2021, and 2022. We also earned national recognition last year with the Top Workplaces Woman-Led Culture Excellence award! These awards are based solely on employee feedback gathered through an anonymous survey that uniquely measured 15 drivers of engaged cultures. These drivers are critical to the success of any organization, including alignment, engagement, leadership, and connection.

The wage range for this role considers the range of qualifications that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; education and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each position.

Benefit Specialist: Hiring Range $22.50 - $26.00 hourly

Numbers & Facts

Location	New York
Website	https://www.redcom.com/company/careers/

Skills

Air Forceunmatched
Budgetingunmatched
Building Codesunmatched
Building Systemsunmatched
Carpentryunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Corrective Actionunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Electricityunmatched
Establish Prioritiesunmatched
Facilities and Maintenanceunmatched
Fire Safetyunmatched
Forkliftunmatched
Governmentunmatched
HVACunmatched
Hardware Repairunmatched
High School Diplomaunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Interoperabilityunmatched
Laboratoryunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Life Safety Systemsunmatched
Lift/Move 40 Poundsunmatched
Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
Maintenance - HVACunmatched
Maintenance - Plumbingunmatched
Maintenance Servicesunmatched
Needs Assessmentunmatched
Operational Strategyunmatched
Operational Supportunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Painting (Facilities and Maintenance)unmatched
Physical Demandsunmatched
Plumbingunmatched
Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Project Trackingunmatched
Property Maintenanceunmatched
Pumpsunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Roofingunmatched
Safety Complianceunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Small Businessunmatched
Startupunmatched
Strategic Planningunmatched
Tactical Communicationsunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
United States Department of Defense (DoD)unmatched

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