Facilities Technician

Working at Watlow

Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for nearly a century. Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.

About the Role

As the Facilities Technician, for the St. Louis MO site, you will be responsible for maintaining the building's systems and equipment. This includes work in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and general repairs, ensuring the facility operates safely and efficiently. Key duties include performing routine preventive maintenance checks, responding to requests, and coordinating with outside contractors for projects when necessary. As time allows, may also include some production equipment maintenance and machine repair. This position will report into the Regional Facilities Leader located in St Louis.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Inspecting, diagnosing, and servicing building systems like HVAC units, plumbing fixtures, electrical panels, fire alarms, and lighting to prevent breakdowns. Also includes damaged doors and windows, and other building components.
• Performs minor carpentry repairs such as fixing doors, replacing trim, patching walls, and building small structures.
• Maintains the appearance of the building by painting interior and exterior surfaces, cleaning common areas, and removing debris.
• Documents maintenance activities, repairs completed, parts used, and creating work orders.
• Addresses urgent maintenance issues like water leaks, power outages, and security breaches.
• Manages and communicates with external contractors for larger repairs or installations.
• Adheres to safety protocols and ensuring the facility meets building codes.
• Maintains accurate records of repair activities, equipment history, and spare parts inventory using a CMMS.
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours and respond to emergency situations.

Required Qualifications

• High-school graduate/GED preferred
• Preferred Two-year degree or Technical Certificate within HVAC, electrical or plumbing areas of expertise.

Desired Qualifications

• Technical knowledge: Basic understanding of plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems, carpentry, and general building maintenance practices.
• Hand and power tool proficiency: Ability to operate various hand tools and power equipment safely and effectively.
• Problem-solving skills: Identifying the root cause of issues and devising effective solutions to repair problems.
• Attention to detail: Completing tasks accurately and following established procedures.
• Communication skills: Effectively communicating with facility staff, management, and outside contractors

Benefits: The Watlow Total Compensation Plan

The health, well-being and financial stability of you and your family is a high priority to us. The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a full range of life and career enhancing benefits:

• Annual Achievement Award
• 401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance
• Wellness incentives
• Employee Personal Assistance Program
• Dental, medical, vision and short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement

Diversity & Inclusion

We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member's individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Please let us know confidentially if you need or require any special accommodations to participate in our recruiting process by emailing us at accommodations@Watlow.com.