Facilities Technician

About the Role

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on building systems, including HVAC, lighting, plumbing, doors, and general facility infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot facility issues involving electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems; complete repairs within your training and authorization.
• Inspect buildings and work areas to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, leaks, damage, and potential equipment failures.
• Support facility utilities, including compressed air, ventilation, exhaust, nitrogen distribution, and water systems, in coordination with maintenance and engineering.
• Perform general building repairs, including patching, painting, minor carpentry, hardware replacement, and workstation maintenance.
• Respond promptly to facility service requests and urgent issues to minimize disruption to production.
• Coordinate with outside contractors for specialized repairs, inspections, and services; communicate work requirements and verify completion.
• Support equipment installations, relocations, and facility improvements by preparing work areas and coordinating utility connections.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, inspection checklists, work orders, and service records.
• Monitor and replenish maintenance supplies, tools, and commonly used replacement parts.
• Assist with scheduled inspections and maintenance of emergency lighting, exits, and other building safety systems.
• Follow all applicable safety, lockout/tagout, ESD, and contractor access procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve facility reliability, energy efficiency, and workplace conditions.

Qualifications

• Education
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical certification, trade school training, or an associate’s degree in facilities maintenance, HVAC, electrical technology, or a related field preferred.
• Experience
• 2+ years of facilities or building maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or commercial environment.
• Hands-on experience with general building repairs, HVAC maintenance, plumbing, lighting, and facility utility systems preferred.
• Experience coordinating with service contractors and supporting facility improvement projects preferred.

Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical troubleshooting abilities.
• Working knowledge of building electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and compressed air systems.
• Ability to read technical manuals, basic schematics, floor plans, and maintenance instructions.
• Proficiency with common hand tools, power tools, and basic diagnostic equipment.
• Basic computer skills, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and maintenance tracking systems.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with production teams, engineers, vendors, and management.
• Ability to prioritize service requests, work independently, and respond effectively to urgent facility issues.
• Sound judgment in recognizing when work requires a qualified specialist or licensed contractor.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off
• Career growth opportunities in a high-tech electronics manufacturing environment
• Pay Range
• $25 — $30 USD
• ITAR/EAR Compliance: Due to the nature of the work performed at Rocket EMS, this position may require access to export-controlled technical data or technology. The successful candidate must be eligible to access such information under applicable U.S. export-control laws or be eligible for any required government authorization.
• Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law. #zr