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Facilities Technician Lead Hand

Silfab SolarFort Mill, SC

Posted Nov 10

💰 $55,000 – $75,000/yrFull-timemaintenance and facilitiesmanufacturing and production

Quick Summary

Lead facilities technician to operate, maintain, and repair manufacturing equipment and systems at a solar manufacturing facility.

Skills & Keywords

equipment maintenancetroubleshootingteam leadership

Required Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

Strong knowledge of industrial facility equipment, maintenance practices, and process operations.
Experience troubleshooting and maintaining wastewater treatment systems, mechanical chillers, cooling towers, emission scrubbers, boilers, industrial air compressors, HVAC systems, pumps, valves, and related facility equipment.
Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, including the ability to use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic instruments.
Experience with chemical handling and safe work practices associated with industrial chemical systems.
Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams, mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.
Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Understanding LOTO, PSM, RMP, environmental compliance, and industrial safety requirements.
Ability to provide technical guidance, mentor team members, and assist with coordinating daily maintenance activities.
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and troubleshooting abilities.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.
Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Self-motivated, dependable, and team-oriented.
Demonstrates leadership through technical expertise, accountability, and a hands-on approach.
High degree of attention to detail, precision, and follow-through.
Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Ability to work independently while providing guidance and support to other team members.
Adaptable and capable of responding effectively to changing operational priorities.
Willing and able to work rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime as required.
Minimum 3-5 years of experience within a related field

Nice to Have

At least 8 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment working within a Facilities or Maintenance department.
Previous experience as a Lead Technician, Senior Facilities Technician, or similar technical leadership role.
Licensed operator of a wastewater treatment system (South Carolina Physical/Chemical).
Advanced knowledge of mechanical chillers, cooling towers, emission scrubbers, boilers, industrial air compressors, water treatment systems, and HVAC equipment.
Associate degree or certificate from a technical trade school in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Technology, Electrical Technology, or a related field.
Military experience in a mechanical, electrical, or facilities maintenance role.
Experience with CMMS systems, preventive maintenance planning, and maintenance work order coordination.
Experience in safe chemical handling and management

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits

Silfab Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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