CAREERS AT FLEXICON

Facility Maintenance Technician

Flexicon is a privately-held and operated designer and manufacturer of bulk material handling equipment and systems.  Flexicon’s global headquarters is located in Bethlehem, PA in the heart of the beautiful Lehigh Valley, with subsidiaries located on (4) continents, each with complete sales, service, engineering, and manufacturing capabilities.

Growing continually, Flexicon has earned a world-class reputation as a best-in-class organization at all levels, attracting and retaining top talent.  When you join Flexicon, you join a firm backed by a solid history and a commitment to its customers and community.  We offer competitive salaries with an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision, plus a company matched 401K and paid vacation, depending on Flexicon location.

Summary:

An ideal candidate would have a building maintenance background with mechanical and electrical knowledge.  This position is responsible for supporting all the facilities’ maintenance and repairs.

General Duties:

  • An integral member of the maintenance department performing daily tasks to help maintain the safe operation of the facility, office and production related equipment
  • Utilize skills to repair facility, Production machinery, minor plumbing, HVAC, Air Compressors, minor electrical work, minor carpentry projects, ground maintenance, etc.
  • Work with the Facilities Management to recommend facility repairs
  • General upkeep duties including recycling and refuse removal, general housekeeping
  • Perform periodic safety inspections on building fire alarm, lighting, and other safety systems
  • Practices safe work processes and contributes to the creation/maintenance of a safe working environment for self and others
  • Organize & assist direct contractors as they perform their work required
  • Safely operate company vehicles, forklifts, scissor lifts, etc.
  • Order & retrieve Production supplies, repair parts, other items of need
  • Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to work alone and with others in a Production environment throughout a normal day
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all Flexicon personnel
  • Ability to perform assigned responsibilities with mild supervision
  • Ability to operate a forklift and personnel lift
  • Able to work at heights up to 25 feet and in confined spaces
  • Must be able to lift up to 50lbs
  • Able to stand, crouch, kneel or walk for extended periods of time. Crouching, kneeling, bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying will be a regularity
  • Must always be alert and aware of surroundings in a fast-paced Production environment
  • Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing effectively
  • Must be able to display a professional attitude and appearance
  • Must have basic computer skills
  • Must be proficient in hand & power tool use
  • Mathematical Skills
  • Insurability to operate company vehicles

Education/Previous Work Experience:

  • HS diploma or GED equivalent
  • A vocational/trade school certificate in specific trades such as maintenance mechanic, electrical, plumbing, HVAC or carpentry (job experience may be substituted)
  • Additional experience gained through hands-on job experience
 

Benefits Snapshot

  • Medical, Dental and Vision on your 30th day of Employment
  • Company Paid – Short term Disability and Life Insurance on 90th Day of Employment
  • Accrual of Paid time off upon hire
  • Vacation Days
  • Vacation Day Sell back Program
  • Sick Days
  • 7 Paid Holidays
  • Voluntary Benefits through AFLAC
  • 401k Eligibility 1st of the Quarter after 90 Days
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program

Flexicon Headquarters

"Flexicon is a high-quality manufacturing company that has demonstrated strong, consistent growth and a firm commitment to the Lehigh Valley. As its facility and product lines have expanded, they've earned a reputation as one of the region's top workplaces, and that reputation is richly deserved."

Don Cunningham, President & CEO
Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to
HumanResources@flexicon.com
in either Microsoft Word format or PDF format.