Facilities Maintenance Technician

Responsibilities: Monitor and operate facility systems using Building Automation Systems (BAS), electronic manufacturing services interfaces, and local controls such as variable frequency drives (VFDs), touchscreen panels, switches, and thermostats. Operate cleanroom utilities, including HVAC, chilled and process water, clean dry air (CDA), nitrogen, vacuum, electrical distribution, and water and wastewater systems. Track system performance, respond promptly to alarms or abnormal conditions, and take appropriate corrective actions. Perform routine adjustments, inspections, and first-level troubleshooting on mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and utility systems. Conduct minor repairs on HVAC and refrigeration units, including components and controls, to maintain proper operation. Perform general facility maintenance, including plumbing, carpentry, painting, and property upkeep. Use hand and power tools to complete maintenance and repair tasks on building systems and production support equipment. Support maintenance and repair of electronic manufacturing equipment, including systems related to chips, PCBs, and soldering processes, as needed for facility interfaces. Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and equipment manuals to diagnose issues and perform repairs. Assist with planned and unplanned repairs, equipment shutdowns, startups, and commissioning activities for facility and cleanroom systems. Escalate major or complex issues to Facilities Engineers or management in a timely and accurate manner. Maintain accurate logs, records, and shift handoff notes to ensure clear communication between shifts. Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), cleanroom protocols, and company policies. Support environmental, safety, quality, and compliance requirements across the facility and cleanroom areas. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing system reliability, efficiency, and uptime. Inspect and maintain building systems such as panels, switches, and related electrical and mechanical components. Perform facility maintenance tasks in mechanical spaces, rooftops, and utility areas, including routine inspections and preventive maintenance. Use computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and building automation tools to track work orders, document activities, and monitor system status. Support a 24/7 manufacturing operation by working assigned shifts and responding to off-hour emergency calls when required. Essential Skills 4+ years of experience in facilities, maintenance, manufacturing, or industrial environments. Hands-on facilities maintenance experience, including maintenance repair and facility maintenance in an industrial or manufacturing setting. Practical plumbing experience for facility systems and building infrastructure. Carpentry skills for repairs and maintenance of facility structures and fixtures. Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and utility systems. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals. Experience using maintenance tools, including hand and power tools, in a safe and effective manner. Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and Building Automation Systems (BAS).Ability to monitor and adjust building systems using VFDs, touchscreen panels, switches, and thermostats. Capability to perform inspection and troubleshooting on building systems, HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical equipment. Comfort working with electronics-related equipment in a facility context, such as panels and building-level electrical systems. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in mechanical spaces, rooftops, and utility areas. Willingness and ability to work rotating shifts, including overnight, weekends, and holidays, and to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation. Ability to respond to off-hour emergency calls when required. Comfort working in cleanroom environments and around industrial equipment while following strict procedures and protocols.

Additional Skills & Qualifications: Experience in semiconductor, cleanroom, or high-tech manufacturing environments. Knowledge of building automation and control systems for monitoring and optimizing facility performance. Familiarity with electronic manufacturing services (EMS) environments and cleanroom EMS operations. Exposure to chips, PCB processes, and soldering environments from a facilities support perspective. Experience working with HVAC, chilled water, process water, CDA, nitrogen, vacuum, and water/wastewater systems in a production setting. Understanding of VFDs, PLCs, building systems, and electrical panels as they relate to facility operations. Experience with continuous improvement efforts to enhance equipment reliability and energy efficiency. Ability to follow safety, LOTO, cleanroom, and company procedures with strong attention to detail. Basic computer skills for using building automation interfaces, CMMS, and electronic logs. Experience with painting, property maintenance, and general building upkeep.

Why Work Here? You will join a large, stable organization in a specialized high-tech manufacturing sector, offering strong long-term career security and advancement opportunities as new facilities open. The role starts on a contract-to-hire basis, allowing you to demonstrate your performance and attendance with a clear path to full-time employment. Once converted, you can choose from multiple benefits packages tailored to different needs, including options that provide no copay next-level urgent care visits. You will work with advanced technologies in a growing environment that values reliability, safety, and continuous improvement, providing meaningful opportunities to develop your technical skills and grow your career.

Work Environment: The position is based in high-tech electronic manufacturing and cleanroom facilities that support a 24/7 operation. Shifts include A, B, C, D, and overnight options, with typical start times at 5:00 a.m. or 7:00 a.m., and a schedule structured as four days on followed by three days on, alternating days. You will work in semiconductor, cleanroom, and high-tech manufacturing environments, including cleanroom EMS (Electronic Manufacturing Services) areas, with exposure to extreme heat, elevated work areas, mechanical spaces, rooftops, and utility areas. The role requires comfort working in sterile and controlled cleanroom environments and around industrial equipment, following strict safety and cleanroom protocols. Personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators and chemical protective equipment, may be required depending on the task and area. The facility operates continuously, so you must be available for rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and occasional off-hour emergency responses as needed.

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sugar Land, TX.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.50/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Sugar Land, TX.