Facilities Services Technician - Minneapolis, United States - The Sherwin-Williams Company

Description

The Facilities Services Technician is an hourly employee within Sherwin Williams laboratory facilities. Responsibilities include maintaining Lab and HVAC equipment, vendor management, performing preventative maintenance and repairs, and applying knowledge in a variety of skilled trades areas.

Overtime as required, on-call rotation will be required. Ability to respond to offsite monitoring of HVAC, Fire Alarm, Security and to direct outside agencies on appropriate actions for the given call.

Knowledgeable on facility operations, lab equipment and the use of diagnostic equipment and tools for troubleshooting.. Works with minimal supervision and has the ability to communicate effectively with the Facility Manager and team Members.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Comply with all safety policies and procedures and must be observant to recognize potential safety situations and be able to implement corrective actions based on their observations. Understands the proper use of all safety equipment or gear.
• Ability to communicate effectively with fellow associates, lab personnel, contractors & vendors on the maintenance and repair needs of the equipment assignments. Follows up with good communications to peers and Facility Manager on any challenges or problems that arise during the workday.
• Understanding of the work order system and the ability to complete work orders and associated paperwork regarding daily maintenance rounds and repair duties.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot a variety of facilities systems and equipment. Mechanical ability to perform repairs on various equipment including HVAC, pumps, motors, exhaust systems, paint shakers and related laboratory and facility equipment.
• Maintain parts inventory and makes recommendations for the purchase of parts needed to perform repairs to facilities and lab equipment.
• Ability to purchase mechanical, electrical, plumbing materials & supplies for the work order assignments associated with equipment repairs.
• Applicant able to read, understand operating manuals, schematics & blueprints, for the effective repair and maintenance of equipment.
• Performs a variety of basic maintenance tasks related to plumbing, pipefitting, carpentry, electrical, electronics, welding, and other skilled trades as applicable for facilities & lab operations.
• Operates a variety of hand and power tools, equipment, and machinery in the maintenance industry for equipment repairs.
• Conduct building rounds, inspecting the lab and related facilities for mechanical and equipment problems, reviews and determines appropriate actions for a resolution.
• Manage contractors for site projects and repairs; Overseeing assigned work to assure all project and maintenance tasks are completed in a professional manner through project completion.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment and may perform various janitorial or housekeeping tasks to maintain the facilities work areas.
• Team work across all departments Shipping & Receiving, Materials Management and Lab departments to maintain a safe and effective environment.
  
  

FORMAL EDUCATION:

Required:

• Minimum Special boilers license (or the willingness to obtain within 90 days) with the ability to acquire 2^nd Class "C" license within one year.

Preferred:

• 2^nd Class "C" Boiler License
• AAS degree in HVAC and Refrigeration

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• Minimum of 3 - 5 years maintenance experience required.
• Basic problem-solving skills and critical thinking ability
• Oral and written communication skills
• Fundamental math skills
• General maintenance and repair principles and practices
• Operating a variety of hand and power equipment
• Complying with safety and operational guidelines, policies, and procedures
• Basic PC Skills in Word, Excel, BAS, CMMS operations
• Communicating professionally with managers, co-workers, and external vendors
• Strong willingness to develop partnerships and learn from others
• Ability to manage workload independently
• Strong organization skills

Preferred:

• Basic mechanical skills.
• Basic plumbing skills.
• Basic electrical skills
• R&D Lab experience preferred.

TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Required:

• Basic facilities operations knowledge in ventilation & exhaust systems, air conditioning and refrigeration systems
• Electrical fundamental understanding of motors, VFD, transformers, generators, distribution systems for facilities & lab operations.

Preferred:

• Working knowledge of Building Automation systems, understanding the use of trends to evaluate systems operations and equipment troubleshooting.

Travel 5%

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity, Inclusion and Diversity Supportive Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

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