Facilities Technician at Volt in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Build your future with Volt



Volt is immediately hiring a Facilities Technician in Philadelphia, PA.



Perks of working with Volt

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  Recognition Programs
  
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  Your Safety is our #1 Concern
  
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  Great Company Culture
  
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  Climate Controlled
  

As a Facilities Technician you will:

Oversees the proper operation of the company's HVAC, water plant, electrical, and other utility systems, including hands-on set-up, repair and maintenance as well as coordinating personnel and outside vendors. Additionally, this role will administer and facilitate Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs.

• Assists and/or trouble-shoots problems related to malfunctioning production machines or physical plant equipment
• Acts as a technical repair & maintenance specialist for the facility, both in a hands-on and advisory capacity
• Assures proper operation of company's HVAC, water plant, sprinkler, electrical and other utility systems
• Works with leadership to create and complete TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) tasks through all the departments
• Works with all departments as a liaison to facilitate proper maintenance of the facility. Assists in the research and preparation of cost, schedule, and technical reports related to proposed facility modifications. Provides input and assists in coordinating facility modification projects
• Works with outside vendors as the Facility Site Contractor Representative. Makes sure vendors are compliant with all safety procedures
• Monitor and report on code compliance of all company facilities and associated land. Obtain permits as required for continued operations and facility modifications
• Represents physical plant on the EHS committee. Cost effective solutions to EHS concerns are identified and implemented in a timely fashion
• Strictly enforces safety procedures at facility and reports any observed safety violations in any department.
• Hazard Recognition and Control: identify and work to control conditions or actions that may cause injury, illness, or property damage through inspections/audits, assess environmental, safety and health risks associated with equipment, materials, processes, facilities, or abilities
• Hazardous Materials Management and Environmental Protection: ensure that chemicals, solvents, and other products are stored, used, and disposed in ways that prevent fires, unnecessary exposure, or harm to employees and the environment from these substances
• Works with management to identify, analyze, address and correct hazards throughout the facility
• Prepare and submit applicable environmental reports as required
• Work with local environmental regulatory agencies to monitor and ensure compliance and prepare for regulatory audits
• Perform rounds, and inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe conditions and proper functionality, etc.

This is Full Time Temp to Hire opportunity.


The ideal Facilities Techniciancandidate will have:

• Minimum 6+ years of experience with knowledge of operational procedures and tools with emphasis on facilities and equipment maintenance
• Previous experience with Environmental Health and Safety regulations desired
• Vocational or Technical education preferred
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and HVAC equipment problems
• Ability to work effectively with local, state, and national regulatory agencies such as DEP, EPA, OSHA, etc.
• Knowledge of engineering and design disciplines related to construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting of production machinery and facilities used in the manufacture and coating of optical elements
• Project management skills with the ability to coordinate internal and external resources
• Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. 50 - 75% of the time.
• Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
• Kneeling. Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Stooping. Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
• Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles

Pay Rate: $34 per hour


Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.


Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.



Benefits: Volt offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following: health, dental, vision, term life, short term disability, AD&D, 401(k), Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).



Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please email hr_dept@volt.com or call (866) 898-0005. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.



Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. Apply Now