Facilities Technician III
Smith+Nephew
Summary
The Facilities Technician III is responsible for maintaining and coordinating facility operations to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant building systems and infrastructure. This role supports day-to-day facilities maintenance, capital and renovation projects, contractor management, regulatory compliance, asset management, and environmental, health, and safety initiatives.
Job description
Facilities Operations & Maintenance
- Coordinate and perform preventive and corrective maintenance of building systems and facility equipment.
- Manage repairs, renovations, expansions, and facility improvement projects, including coordination of contractors and service providers.
- Oversee maintenance programs for HVAC systems, electrical distribution equipment, generators, transfer switches, lighting systems, compressed air systems, filtration systems, and related infrastructure.
- Support facility services including security, pest control, janitorial services, waste management, recycling, fire protection systems, and grounds maintenance.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation in compliance with GMP, OSHA, TOSHA, ISO standards, and company requirements.
- Ensure facility cleanliness, safety, and operational reliability.
Vendor & Contractor Management
- Manage contractor activities on-site, including site access, safety compliance, work execution, and performance oversight.
- Coordinate vendor onboarding, procurement activities, purchase orders, and invoice processing.
- Track and manage facility operating expenses using procurement systems, purchasing cards, and approved financial processes.
Project Coordination & Reporting
- Support facility-related projects by coordinating schedules, resources, and cross-functional stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
- Maintain facility metrics, reports, and documentation for leadership and operational teams.
- Collaborate with engineering and operational teams to develop, improve, and optimize preventive maintenance programs.
- Provide project status updates and facility performance reporting to management.
Sustainability & Continuous Improvement
- Lead initiatives related to energy efficiency, waste reduction, and recycling programs.
- Track and report sustainability metrics and support implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.
- Partner with Global Facilities teams on site and corporate facility projects.
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Support facility-related Environmental Health and Safety (EHS/HSE) programs, inspections, audits, and corrective actions.
- Assist with Emergency Response Plans (ERP), Business Continuity Planning (BCP), incident investigations, SOP development, and safety training.
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors and support remediation activities as necessary.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum 4 years of experience in facilities operations, facilities management, construction, or related technical trades
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements
- Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), preventive maintenance programs, and asset management databases
- Experience managing contractors and coordinating multi-trade service providers
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical distribution, filtration systems, emergency power systems, and facility infrastructure
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Effective problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and heavier loads with assistance
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Benefits
- 401(k) Matching
- 401(k) Plus Program
- Discounted Stock Options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Flex Holidays
- Paid Community Service Day
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental Leave
- Fertility & Adoption Assistance
- Fitness Club Discounts
- Travel Discounts
Company overview
Smith+Nephew is a global portfolio medical technology company with a rich history dating back to 1856, originally founded as a chemist shop in Hull, UK. The company specializes in the repair, regeneration, and replacement of soft and hard tissue through innovative medical devices and technologies. Operating through three core business units—Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine & ENT, and Advanced Wound Management—Smith+Nephew serves healthcare professionals and patients in over 100 countries worldwide. With approximately 18,000 employees, the company generated annual sales of $5.5 billion in 2023 and is listed on both the London Stock Exchange (FTSE100) and New York Stock Exchange. Their product portfolio includes joint replacement systems, robotics-assisted surgical platforms, sports medicine implants, advanced wound care solutions, and ENT technologies. The company is pioneering new frontiers in medical technology, including Spatial Surgery systems that integrate augmented reality and real-time data processing for enhanced surgical precision. Smith+Nephew's mission centers on their "Life Unlimited" purpose, aiming to restore patients' bodies and self-belief through technological innovation that removes limitations on living.