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Garmin Facilities Maintenance Technician 2 - 1st Shift in Olathe, Kansas
Overview
We are seeking a full-time Facilities Maintenance Technician 2 - 1st Shift at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for hands-on general facilities maintenance including general contracting tasks, HVAC systems, plumbing repairs, and electrical troubleshooting to support our office, manufacturing and warehouse environments.
Essential Functions
Perform general facilities maintenance across office, manufacturing and warehouse spaces
Troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems, including preventative maintenance and filter changes
Complete basic plumbing repairs such as fixing leaks, replacing fixtures, and maintaining water systems
Diagnose and repair minor electrical issues including lighting, outlets, and circuit components
Execute general construction tasks such as drywall repair, painting, door/hardware repair, and minor remodeling
Conduct routine inspections of building systems to ensure safety, efficiency, and cod compliance
Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergency repair situations
Capable of applying industry standards and procedures to develop, implement, and document operational processes
Proficient use and knowledge of engineering tools
Analyze data to determine quality trends and implement corrective actions
Perform small projects and/or sub-projects as part of a greater project under the direction of a supervisor or mentor and able to work in conjunction with service providers
Analyze opportunities for cost and quality improvements
Completely execute Lock Out/Tag Out of equipment
Provide reliable solutions to a variety of problems using sound problem solving techniques
Identify process/quality improvements and offer suggestions for improvement
Demonstrate ability to identify & fix problems within a given trade
Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers
Coordinate between Planning, Purchasing, Production and Process Engineering
Serve as a mentor to less experienced Maintenance Technicians (Maintenance Level 1)
Cleanliness zone area requirements: This position requires Garmin provided personal protective equipment including SD shoes (Static Dissipative Footwear) to be always worn for an entire shift to minimize the risk of electrostatic discharge (ESD) and meet specified standards
Basic Qualifications
Associate’s Degree in a technical related field OR a minimum of 2 years maintenance experience OR completion/certification of a qualified technical trade program AND a minimum of 1 year demonstrated experience
Successfully demonstrates knowledge of all skills from Level 1 plus the ability to trouble shoot mechanical/electrical machines and assemblies, operate within work order/PM database and process instructions, parts warehousing & organization, water softener operation, and general plumbing
Experience with pneumatic compressors system operation/ inspection
Desired Qualifications
Technical School Certification in Electronics, Industrial or Maintenance Technology or related facilities degree
Refrigerant license
Electrical Journeyman license
5+ years related experience
Experience with automated assembly, testing, and conveying equipment
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits