Facilities Technician

Job Posting Start Date 09-02-2025 Job Posting End Date 10-13-2025 Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary. Job Summary To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, were looking to add a Facility Technician located in Buffalo Grove, IL. What a typical day looks like Responds to service calls and in-house repairs throughout the facility. Troubleshoots, responds to work orders, repairs systems and equipment. Installs office fixtures and performs work in various maintenance trades including mechanical, electrical and plumbing. Routine assignments include moving furniture, materials and equipment. Conducts scheduled preventative maintenance and breaks down equipment for clean up. Converses with equipment operators to ascertain problems with equipment before breakdown, and to determine if breakdown is due to human error or mechanical problems. Tests faulty equipment and applies knowledge of functional operation of electronic units and systems to diagnose cause of malfunction. Tests electronic components and circuits to locate defects. Replaces defective components and wiring and adjusts mechanical parts. Aligns, adjusts and calibrates equipment according to specifications. Calibrates testing instruments. May maintain records of repairs, calibrations and tests. Enters information into computer to copy program from one electronic component to another, or to draw, modify or to store schematics. Oversees emergency system backup. Ensures plumbing, sewer, water, electrical and mechanical systems are functional. The experience were looking to add to our team: Developed computer skills Minimum 2 years of experience in facility maintenance Ability to work independently Knowledge of the following tools may be required: Electronic Assembly: blueprints, schematics; trouble shooting; Mechanical & Electrical Tools: power air guns, taps & dies, alignment tools, measuring tools, AutoCAD High school degree or higher Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to work that requires repetitive motion, toxic or caustic chemicals, the ability to work in a confined space and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Physical Demands: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and handle small components. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and peripheral vision. AW20 What you'll receive for the great work you provide: Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans Life Insurance Short-term and Long-term Disability Matching 401(k) Contributions Vacation and Paid Sick Time Tuition Reimbursement Pay Range (Applicable to Illinois) $25.61 USD - $35.21 USD Hourly Job Category Operations Is Sponsorship Available? No Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first). Through the collective strength of 140,000 team members across 30 countries and responsible, sustainable operations, Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. 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