Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Whitley East is a commercial modular builder working across education, healthcare, military, and multi-story projects. We’re part of a growing industry and a team that values craftsmanship, teamwork, and steady improvement.
Our culture is Built with PRIDE — Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication, and Excellence. That means we care about the work, respect one another, do what we say we’ll do, and hold ourselves to a high standard every day.
Position Objective:
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for keeping the plant, equipment, and facility in safe, working condition. This is a hands-on role that involves daily repairs, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building issues to minimize downtime.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform daily and routine maintenance on the facility and shop areas
- Repair doors, windows, walls, flooring, and other structural components
- Fix plumbing issues including leaks, drains, and fixtures
- Troubleshoot and repair basic electrical problems such as outlets, lighting, and damaged wiring
- Maintain and perform minor repairs on HVAC equipment
- Perform preventative maintenance to reduce breakdowns and costly repairs
- Identify and correct safety hazards before they cause injuries or downtime
- Paint and perform general facility upkeep as needed
- Safely operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and other shop equipment
- Respond quickly to maintenance requests to keep production moving
- Document completed work and report larger issues that require outside support
- Other duties as assigned
This position is also expected to:
- Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment; manage multiple competing priorities successfully
- Maintain a positive, professional demeanor at all times
- Be very detail oriented and well organized
Requirements:
Qualifications and Educational Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (trade school or vocational training a plus)
- Proven hands-on experience as a Maintenance Technician, Industrial Maintenance Worker, or similar role
- Minimum of four (4) years’ experience operating forklifts and scissor lifts
- Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
- Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment
- Able to read basic drawings, manuals, and instructions
- Self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team
- Willing to work overtime when production demands it
- Physically able to lift heavy materials, climb ladders, and work indoors and outdoors
Job Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb and reach for extended periods; lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely move heavier items with assistance or mechanical equipment
- Safe use of hand and power tools with good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, temperature variations and moving equipment