Facility Technician - GF Casting Solutions Augusta LLC
GF Casting Solutions Augusta LLC
Augusta
Key information
- Publication date:20 September 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Augusta
Your tasks
- Perform routine inspection, preventive maintenance, and repairs on facility systems including compressed air, water cooling/chillers, hydraulic systems (plant-level), HVAC, boilers, pumps, and electrical distribution (up to assigned scope).
- Troubleshoot and respond rapidly to facility-related equipment failures that affect production; coordinate support from trades or contractors when required.
- Maintain plant utilities: compressed air, process water, cooling towers, filtration systems, and waste/chemical containment systems to meet production needs and environmental regulations.
- Support plant infrastructure projects: install, modify, and commission piping, conduit, valves, pumps, and small mechanical/electrical systems.
- Maintain facility buildings and grounds: doors, lighting, roofs, drains, floors, bay doors, dock equipment, fencing, and signage.
- Perform preventative maintenance tasks and document work orders, parts used, and downtime in SAP; recommend spare parts and inventory levels.
- Assist with lean maintenance practices, 5S, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve reliability and reduce costs.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements (lockout/tagout, confined space, hazardous materials handling, spill response).
- Support EHS programs: safety inspections, corrective actions, emergency response support, and training as required.
- Coordinate with contractors and vendors: scope of work, safety orientation, quality oversight, and timely completion.
- Participate in on-call rotation and respond to off-shift emergencies as needed.
Your profile
- Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, compressed air systems, cooling towers/chillers, pumps, and basic electrical distribution (up to 480V preferred).
- Mechanical skills: piping, valves, bearings, pumps, belts, hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
- Familiar with CMMS systems, reading mechanical/electrical schematics, and using diagnostic tools (multimeter, pressure gauges, vibration tools).
- Strong troubleshooting skills, ability to prioritize under pressure, and work collaboratively with production and maintenance teams.
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, work in confined spaces and hot/noisy environments typical of die-casting operations.
- Certifications preferred: OSHA 10 or 30, Forklift operator, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, CPR/First Aid; any trade certifications a plus.
- Valid driver’s license; clean driving record preferred.
- High school diploma or GED required; technical diploma or associate degree in electrical/mechanical/industrial maintenance or related field preferred.
- 3+ years facility, industrial, or manufacturing maintenance experience; experience in die-casting, foundry, or heavy manufacturing preferred.
Benefits
Clear vision and purpose
"We are a sustainability and innovation leader providing superior customer value" is our vision and this is what guides us. Our purpose "becoming better every day - since 1802" is what inspires us in our daily work.
Sustainability and innovation focus
We have high sustainability and innovation goals. Let's work towards a sustainable future together.
Excellent learning tools
At GF we provide development opportunities for everyone. We offer global learning tools as well as trainings and specialized courses.
Great career opportunities
GF as a global acting company provides many opportunities regarding career growth. We also offer a dedicated talent management process (MyNextBigStep@GF) to boost your career.
Who we are
GF Casting Solutions is one of the leading solution providers of lightweight components in the mobility and energy industry. As a future-oriented company, we act as a driving force for innovations in the foundry and additive manufacturing world and want to take the lead in shaping the development of sustainable mobility.
- Perform routine inspection, preventive maintenance, and repairs on facility systems including compressed air, water cooling/chillers, hydraulic systems (plant-level), HVAC, boilers, pumps, and electrical distribution (up to assigned scope).
- Troubleshoot and respond rapidly to facility-related equipment failures that affect production; coordinate support from trades or contractors when required.
- Maintain plant utilities: compressed air, process water, cooling towers, filtration systems, and waste/chemical containment systems to meet production needs and environmental regulations.
- Support plant infrastructure projects: install, modify, and commission piping, conduit, valves, pumps, and small mechanical/electrical systems.
- Maintain facility buildings and grounds: doors, lighting, roofs, drains, floors, bay doors, dock equipment, fencing, and signage.
- Perform preventative maintenance tasks and document work orders, parts used, and downtime in SAP; recommend spare parts and inventory levels.
- Assist with lean maintenance practices, 5S, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve reliability and reduce costs.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements (lockout/tagout, confined space, hazardous materials handling, spill response).
- Support EHS programs: safety inspections, corrective actions, emergency response support, and training as required.
- Coordinate with contractors and vendors: scope of work, safety orientation, quality oversight, and timely completion.
- Participate in on-call rotation and respond to off-shift emergencies as needed.
Your profile
- Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, compressed air systems, cooling towers/chillers, pumps, and basic electrical distribution (up to 480V preferred).
- Mechanical skills: piping, valves, bearings, pumps, belts, hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
- Familiar with CMMS systems, reading mechanical/electrical schematics, and using diagnostic tools (multimeter, pressure gauges, vibration tools).
- Strong troubleshooting skills, ability to prioritize under pressure, and work collaboratively with production and maintenance teams.
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, work in confined spaces and hot/noisy environments typical of die-casting operations.
- Certifications preferred: OSHA 10 or 30, Forklift operator, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, CPR/First Aid; any trade certifications a plus.
- Valid driver’s license; clean driving record preferred.
- High school diploma or GED required; technical diploma or associate degree in electrical/mechanical/industrial maintenance or related field preferred.
- 3+ years facility, industrial, or manufacturing maintenance experience; experience in die-casting, foundry, or heavy manufacturing preferred.
Benefits
Clear vision and purpose
"We are a sustainability and innovation leader providing superior customer value" is our vision and this is what guides us. Our purpose "becoming better every day - since 1802" is what inspires us in our daily work.
Sustainability and innovation focus
We have high sustainability and innovation goals. Let's work towards a sustainable future together.
Excellent learning tools
At GF we provide development opportunities for everyone. We offer global learning tools as well as trainings and specialized courses.
Great career opportunities
GF as a global acting company provides many opportunities regarding career growth. We also offer a dedicated talent management process (MyNextBigStep@GF) to boost your career.
Who we are
GF Casting Solutions is one of the leading solution providers of lightweight components in the mobility and energy industry. As a future-oriented company, we act as a driving force for innovations in the foundry and additive manufacturing world and want to take the lead in shaping the development of sustainable mobility.
