Job Information
Job Title | Facilities Technician |
Location | 4175 60th St. SE Suite 100 Kentwood, MI 49512 |
Company | Proper Beverage Company |
Department | Maintenance |
Reports To | Director, Engineering |
Supervisory Responsibilities | None |
Job Summary
The Facilities Technician is responsible for maintaining the overall condition, functionality, and appearance of Proper Beverage Company’s facilities, grounds, and supporting infrastructure. This role performs preventative maintenance, repairs, inspections, and general facility upkeep to ensure a safe, clean, and efficient work environment. The Facilities Technician works closely with maintenance, production, safety, and leadership teams to support daily operations, maintain building systems, and address facility-related issues in a timely manner.
Responsibilities
Facility Maintenance & Repairs
- Perform routine maintenance and repair activities throughout the facility, including offices, production areas, warehouses, and common spaces.
- Troubleshoot and repair facility-related issues.
- Respond promptly to facilities maintenance requests and work orders.
- Maintain facility equipment and infrastructure in safe working condition.
Preventive Maintenance
- Execute preventative maintenance activities on building systems and facility equipment.
- Perform routine inspections to identify potential maintenance concerns before they become larger issues.
- Maintain preventive maintenance schedules and documentation.
Building Systems Support
- Monitor facility systems including HVAC, lighting, plumbing, compressed air, water treatment, disposal systems, and utility systems.
- Coordinate with specialized contractors and service providers when necessary.
Grounds Maintenance & Exterior Upkeep
- Assist with maintaining facility grounds, parking lots, sidewalks, and exterior areas.
- Assist with snow removal, ice management, and seasonal grounds maintenance activities.
- Monitor exterior lighting, signage, fencing, and building appearance.
Documentation & Work Order Management
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and inspection documentation.
- Document repairs, preventive maintenance activities, and facility improvements.
- Track recurring maintenance issues and communicate trends to leadership.
- Maintain critical spare parts inventory for facility maintenance.
Emergency Response & Troubleshooting
- Respond to facility emergencies and urgent maintenance issues as needed.
- Be available on an on-call, as-needed basis to respond to facility emergencies outside of scheduled working hours, including leaks, burst pipes, utility failures, and other situations requiring immediate attention.
- Assist in restoring facility operations following equipment or infrastructure failures.
All other duties as assigned
Experience & Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; technical training, trade certification, or related education, preferred.
- 2+ years of facility maintenance, building maintenance, property maintenance, industrial maintenance, or related experience, preferred.
- Experience working in manufacturing, warehouse, industrial, or commercial facilities, preferred.
- Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general building maintenance practices.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency with basic computer systems and maintenance documentation.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.