Facilities and Maintenance Technician - Luxfer MEL Technologies

Luxfer MEL Technologies is a global leader in the development, manufacture and supply of Magnesium and Zirconium based products and services to technology industries worldwide. We provide innovative products and solutions to customers worldwide for use in a broad range of markets including Aerospace, Automotive, Oil & Gas, Ceramics and Healthcare.  We have a wide range of products, including Hazardous, Non-Hazardous and Export shipments. We are an innovative technology driven business where we have a relentless drive and a passion to achieve high standards.  At Luxfer Customer First, Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Personal Development and Teamwork are our core values.

Job Summary:
The General Facilities and Maintenance employee will perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned equipment and facilities including plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, heating and cooling, and other building systems, as well as landscaping and related services required to maintain safe and attractive grounds.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and prescription drug insurance coverage, available the 1^st of the month following hire
• Vacation, personal and sick time off
• Disability and Life Insurance
• 401k Plan with generous company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Pay Rate starting at $20/hr depending on experience

• Inspects and identifies equipment or machines in need of repair.
• Troubleshoots issues to determine necessary repairs.
• Plans repair work using buildings blueprints or equipment manual as needed.
• Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors and other building fixtures.
• Performs routine maintenance on building systems.
• Cleans and assists with upkeep of the facilities.
• Operates a variety of maintenance equipment such as shovels, rakes, or saws to complete assignments.
• Operates power equipment and other vehicles such as tractors, mowers, chainsaws, electric clippers, or other similar machines.
• Ensures proper hydration of lawns, trees, and plants using sprinkler systems, hoses, watering cans, or irrigation systems.
• Trims trees and vegetation and maintains flower beds.
• Maintains sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, burial sites, or other features; performs general cleaning and snow removal.
• Plans and cultivates lawns, turf, or gardens and, based on landscaping designs, determines further work that should occur.
• Delivers and spreads topsoil and/or straw over newly seeded areas.
• Applies fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs or trees by spraying or spreading.
• Performs regular and seasonal maintenance on irrigation systems including any necessary winterizing procedures.
• Educates and consults with clients regarding plant selection, care, and costs of additional services and maintenance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers.
• Knowledge of general carpentry and repair.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Basic understanding of grounds keeping and landscaping practices and procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently and thoroughly.
• Ability to follow directions and complete assignments.
• Thorough understanding of how to care for various types of lawns, greenery, and plants.
• Ability to operate various types of power equipment including lawn mowers, trimmers, hedge trimmers, leaf blowers, and other landscaping equipment.
• Ability to use hand tools required for landscaping.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Related experience preferred.
• Completion of applicable pesticide training required.

• Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Prolonged periods standing, walking, stretching, bending, climbing ladders, kneeling, and pulling required.
• Must be physically able to operate power equipment.
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions.

Luxfer MEL Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Women, minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.  
This position requires access to our export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, and services. These items are restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to U.S. Citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents of the U.S., and properly licensed foreign persons. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a i) a U.S. citizen or national, ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder), iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. §1157, or iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be a properly licensed foreign person. Therefore, employment is contingent on compliance with ITAR regulations and successfully obtaining and maintaining the necessary export authorization license from the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) or U.S. Department of State Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC). Candidates must be authorized to work in the US. 
 
We are committed to a safe, drug-free work environment and pre-employment drug screening and background checks are required.  
 

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