<p>Facilities Maintenance Technician</p> <p>Purpose:</p> <p>The Facilities Maintenance Technician is a key role responsible for the general oversight of our industrial production facilities to ensure a safe, functional, and compliant environment. This role oversees preventative maintenance, performs routine checks and minor repairs, tracks utility usage, and coordinates with subcontractors/ vendors when needed. Reporting under the Facilities Department, this position regularly interfaces with internal and external partners to support equipment and infrastructure, and may also participate in future facility planning efforts.</p> <p>Position may require hours beyond a standard work week, to include nights and weekends, to support operational needs. Regular, reliable attendance is critical to success in this role.</p> <p>The position is located onsite in Norfolk VA and will often require hours beyond a standard work week with flexible schedule availability to support production/operations.</p> <p>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</p> <p>Key responsibilities include:</p> <ul> <li>Conduct daily inspections and setting of building systems, including HVAC, heating, lighting, supply and exhaust ventilation, doors, plumbing, gasses, electrical and water systems, etc. </li><li>Perform inspections and preventative maintenance on large overhead doors, gate operators, and railroad crossing system. </li><li>Monitor, record, and report the operational status of building equipment and conditions to Facilities/ Maintenance. </li><li>Track/document utility usage (electric, gasses, water, sewer) for each assigned building and identify irregularities or inefficiencies in utility consumption and report findings. </li><li>Provide oversight to various preventative maintenance programs (to include specialized equipment, cranes, and mechanical assets) and may perform minor repairs on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building systems. </li><li>Initiate, respond to, and oversee/track status of maintenance requests (workorders) and troubleshoot issues as they arise. </li><li>Ensure building systems operate efficiently and comply with quality / safety standards. </li><li>Follow all safety procedures, including fall protection and equipment operation protocols. </li><li>Coordinate with external contractors and service providers for specialized repairs. </li><li>Maintain maintenance logs, checklists, and service records. </li><li>Assist with emergency response related to building and building systems (power outages, water leaks, HVAC failures). </li><li>Support general facility upkeep and operational readiness and assist Facilities management as needed. </li></ul> <p>Required Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or equivalent (technical or trade training preferred) and 1-3 years of experience in facilities, building maintenance, or a related field. </li><li>Basic knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems is required. </li><li>Ability to read meters, gauges, and maintenance documentation </li><li>Must be able to regularly operate and work from elevated platforms and high-reach equipment with valid forklift & material handling equipment certifications (or ability to obtain certifications). </li><li>Strong problem-solving and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and perform routine physical tasks. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Skills/Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Experience reading and tracking utility meters and usage data preferred. </li></ul> <p>Physical Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 20 lbs. </li><li>Must be physically agile to perform tasks in naval ships. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces, including enter and moving through manholes. </li><li>Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels. </li><li>Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment. </li><li>While performing the duties of this job, you may frequently be required to stand, walk & sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and hear. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, squat, kneel, twist and crawl. </li><li>Work in extreme temperatures and conditions. Environment may include areas that have less adequate ventilation and may require use of respirator. </li><li>Use of various personal protective equipment required. </li></ul> <p>Respect, Pride, Truth, Family - These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.</p> <p>Colonna's Shipyard Inc., and its divisions, are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.</p> <p>Additionally, Colonna's Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid disability insurances, 401k with match, legal services, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).</p>