Facilities Technician II (1st Shift)

FN America, LLC is a U.S. subsidiary of FN Herstal, S.A., a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-quality, reliable firearms for military, law enforcement and commercial customers worldwide. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia with manufacturing operations in Columbia, South Carolina, FN America is passionately committed to providing its customers with a portfolio of FN-branded products, training and support services that enhance user performance and safeguard their lives. For more information, visit us at or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Position Summary

The Facilities Technician II performs advanced facilities maintenance tasks and assists in maintaining various facilities equipment in accordance with safety, preventative, and predictive maintenance processes and standards.

Job Duties

• Performs advanced facilities maintenance, construction, and repair tasks according to safety, service, and quality standards.
• Acts as the subject matter expert (SME) to oversee and lead facilities projects.
• Assists with developing standard operating procedures for installations, inspections, repairs, and performs preventative and unplanned maintenance on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, safety, and waste management systems.
• Leads miscellaneous facilities projects utilizing advanced skillsets, including construction and renovations that involve electrical, plumbing, and possible structural modifications.
• Provides emergency/unscheduled and scheduled repairs of buildings, building components, and grounds.
• Utilizes a work order system to log activities as required.
• Works with and assists trades contractors to complete projects or complex repairs.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems and root causes of complex facilities-related issues, including, but not limited to mechanical, HVAC, electrical, pneumatic, and plumbing.
• Assists with the continuous improvement of the facility's preventive/predictive maintenance program.
• Leads activities that maintain and improve the building envelope with the goal of increasing safety, sustainability, reliability, and the overall employee experience.
• Other duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements

A high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is required. Technical degree in a facilities maintenance discipline preferred.

Experience Requirements

Five years of facilities maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment or five years of relevant experience in commercial/industrial electrical, plumbing, HVAC or an applicable trade is required.

Skills and Competencies

All FN America employees are expected to demonstrate accountability, collaboration, communication, customer focus, and innovation. Additional requirements of this position include:

• Advanced technical and corresponding code knowledge.
• Intermediate understanding of plumbing and repairs.
• Intermediate understanding of single and three phase electrical systems/wiring for outlets, lighting, and facilities equipment.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and diagnosing facilities equipment and systems.
• Intermediate carpentry skills.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of various manufacturing facility equipment systems, such as: air compressors, boilers, chillers, generators, air purification, and pumps.
• Ability to distinguish colors of wire in machinery.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other powered industrial vehicles.

Tools

Hand tools, power tools, and test equipment.

Licenses/Certifications

Facilities Management Certificate (FMC), Journeyman, Master's, or similar license/certification in Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, or applicable trade is required. Facility Management Professional (FMP) is preferred.

Working Conditions

May be exposed to dangerous machinery and loud noises with temperature extremes. Must be able to regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds unassisted. Must have the ability to maneuver in tight spaces. Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and work at elevated heights.

All FN America employees have a responsibility to participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace and to comply with instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others.

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

FN America, LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email HR@FNAmerica.com or call: 803-736-0522. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.