Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Technician

Reports to: Facilities Manager

Location: SOLARCYCLE REC3 Facility, Cedartown, GA

Job Type: Full-time

Do you want to be on the cutting edge of the clean energy / climate tech industry? Are you excited about the intersection of renewable energy and the circular economy? We are too. And that’s why we launched SOLARCYCLE, Inc, a tech-driven recycling platform designed to maximize solar sustainability.

The solar industry needs a global end-of-life partner to restore, renew and ultimately recycle yesterday’s solar panels, inverters and batteries for tomorrow’s clean energy projects. SOLARCYCLE aims to be the partner of choice for solar asset owners looking for a responsible solution to their end-of-life system needs. And we need you to direct our field operations to help us become a leader in this new burgeoning sector in the renewable energy industry.

About the role:

The Facilities Maintenance Technician position will be responsible for operating and maintaining Facilities systems and equipment, general building maintenance and repairs, monitoring/supervision of various building construction projects, Facilities system upgrades and expansions. This role will also include assisting the Operations team with manufacturing equipment preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs, and various other operations related activities.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain Facilities systems and equipment, including HVAC and exhaust systems, compressed air systems, electrical systems, house vacuum system, fire alarm system, Security system, etc.
• General building maintenance and repairs for the building, office areas, restrooms, R&D Lab, warehouse, etc.
• Coordinate third party maintenance and repairs for Facilities systems and the building
• Monitoring/supervision of Facilities equipment installation, upgrades and various construction projects
• Develop preventative maintenance program/schedule and spare parts management for Facilities systems and equipment
• Management of outsourced janitorial services, third party trash and recycling services
• Ordering of Propane cylinders, Nitrogen and Argon dewars
• Monthly fire extinguisher and safety shower inspections
• Assist the operations team with various equipment installations, modifications, upgrades, etc.
• Conduct preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of manufacturing equipment
• Perform/abide by Lock Out/Tag Out procedures (LOTO)
• Operate Forklift, Genie Lift
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and protocols

Education, training, skills, and professional experience

• 3+ years of experience in Facilities equipment and building maintenance.
• Experience with HVAC, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic system troubleshooting and repairs
• General construction skills such as electrical, piping/plumbing, pneumatics, drywall repair and wall anchors, general building maintenance
• Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills for fixing maintenance issues
• Administrative skills for ordering supplies, handling records and scheduling maintenance
• Strong verbal and written communication, good organizational and time management skills
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Windows, EXCEL, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs., and work in hot and cold conditions
• Ability to operate Forklifts a strong plus

If you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with lots of challenges and opportunities, this is the right role for you. Since we are an early-stage company with strong growth prospects, there will be many opportunities for career advancement.

You don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you think this role is for you but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right person for this role.

You will be working alongside a highly successful team who deliver amazing innovative work in the solar PV industry! The solar industry needs a global end-of-life partner to restore, renew and ultimately recycle yesterday’s solar panels for tomorrow’s clean energy projects. SOLARCYCLE aims to be the partner of choice for solar asset owners looking for a responsible solution to their end-of-life system needs.

Solar power is one of the most powerful tools humanity has in our fight against climate change. But for solar to truly scale to its full potential, we need to create renewable supply chains and a vibrant secondary market for upcycled panels and recycled materials. SOLARCYCLE was founded by experts and advocates in solar, climate and circular economy. Our investors come from the frontlines of the solar industry, including the founders of SolarCity, SunPower and Nextracker. This is the next frontier - ensuring a cleaner, more sustainable and domestic supply of the critical minerals needed for the next wave of solar. We exist to make clean energy massively scalable and even more sustainable by radically advancing recycling technology and infrastructure for the solar industry. If this resonates with you, we really want to meet you