Facilities Maintenance Technician

Position Summary:

Performs a variety of work in the facility related to low voltage systems.  Responsibility of fire extinguishers, badge systems, surveillance equipment, network, and phone system, as well as equipment of a complex nature.

Senior technician level position to provide support for all low voltage control systems.  This includes fire alarms, wet and dry sprinkler systems, CO2 and dry suppression, alarms, network wiring and racks, security, hydrogen and nitrogen gas systems.  Daily duties include troubleshooting, performing control system performance analysis, implement control modifications in support of existing manufacturing processes. 

A low voltage technician is responsible for monitoring and installing low-voltage cables and systems for electronic equipment and communication devices. Low voltage technicians analyze blueprints and schematics to connect the cables safely and accurately. They also conduct repairs for defective components and faulty wirings, recommending solutions and low-cost materials with high quality according to the customers’ needs and budget limitations. A low voltage technician must have excellent electrical and organizational skills, especially in performing duties with utmost adherence to safety guidelines and procedures to prevent hazards and operational delay.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain Badge system and surveillance equipment
• Maintain fire extinguishers throughout EMS
• Manage and coordinate outside vendors to perform scheduled inspections or work
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair low voltage systems as necessary
• Observe, monitor, and record status of utility equipment
• Make routine, periodic inspections to determine repair and maintenance work necessary to prevent breakdowns of facility systems, and equipment.
• Assist other Repair & Maintenance personnel as required
• Operate and uses forktrucks, high lifts, scissors lift, and ladders as needed
• Maintains records of scheduled and emergency maintenance procedures.
• Maintain an acceptable level of housekeeping in work areas.
• Other duties as required.

Education and Experience:

• AS degree in relevant technology or equivalent experience
• Massachusetts Electrician’s license preferred, but not required
• 2-year Associate degree in related field – electronics, electrical and instrumentation
• 3-5 years of related experience
• May require licensing in specific trade
• Shop math

Physical Demands:

• Some heavy lifting maybe required – 50lbs.
• Office – 25% / Manufacturing – 75%
• May be required to drive fork truck, climb ladders, and work in small areas.
• Must be available for call-ins and required overtime to support critical situations.