Facilities Maintenance Technician (Contract)

Job description

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Job Description:

Airbus Helicopters is looking for an Facilities Maintenance Technician (Contract) to join our team based in Columbus, MS .

This position is 2nd shift hours ( 2:00pm- 10:30pm)

In this role you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and safe operation of our company's buildings, equipment and infrastructure. This role involves performing a wide range of maintenance, repair, and preventive tasks to support a productive and secure environment for employees and visitors. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of various maintenance disciplines, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to environmental, health and safety.

Meet the team:

Our team plays a key role in achieving AHI’s top company objectives by supporting the organization's strategic objectives while being a leader in Environmental, Health and Safety.

Your working environment:

On the eastern border of Mississippi you’ll find Columbus, home to our Helicopter manufacturing and assembly lines and Center of Excellence for the entire North America region. It’s here that we produce the UH-72A Lakota Helicopters for the U.S. Army in addition to the H-125 aircraft for civil and commercial customers.

Your Challenges:

Primary Responsibilities: 

Preventative Maintenance(PM):  30%

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Perform periodic upkeep of buildings and equipment related to, but not limited too, welding, plumbing, electrical, doors & locks, fire safety systems, roofing, flooring, production equipment and support tooling, etc.

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Schedule and ensure completion of routine PM work orders at scheduled intervals as per the individual maintenance plans.

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Conduct routine systematic walk-throughs inspecting all areas of the facility to spot potential issues before they become major problems.

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Establish a detailed list of consumable supplies as needed for planned PM activities.

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Document records of any findings for historical equipment tracking, identifying recurring issues and planning of future maintenance.

Repair and Troubleshoot:  30%

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Respond promptly and efficiently to emergencies, troubleshooting problems to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.

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Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and plumbing issues.

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Monitor Facilities Service Center requests and ensure completion within established timelines and quality standards.

General Maintenance: 30%

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Perform a variety of general tasks including carpentry, painting, drywall repair, electrical, mechanical(HVAC & other air controlled devices), plumbing, and door and lock maintenance.

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Assist with company event setups and teardowns.

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Maintain cleanliness and tool control throughout the work area as well as mobile work carts.

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Ensure all tasks are performed in accordance with company standards and other applicable regulatory requirements.

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Support installation of new Facilities equipment.

 

Additional Responsibilities: 

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Assist in coordinating with external vendors and monitoring of their work performance

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Participate in the company safety programs and TCO Objectives.  

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Other duties as assigned.

Your Boarding Pass:

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High School diploma or equivalent

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Technical or vocational school certification in related field(e.g., HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry) preferred

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3+ years’ experience in Facilities Maintenance or in a similar role.

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5+ years’ experience as an environmental compliance technician (Preferred)

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Solid understanding of HVAC systems and their maintenance.

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Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.

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Ability to use cell phone and radio systems.

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General knowledge of Google Suites or Microsoft Suite

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Valid State Drivers License 

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Must be a US Person under ITAR definition(U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license.

Physical Requirements:  

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Onsite or remote:  100% Onsite; Full time evening shift.

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Vision: able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.   

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Hearing: able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms.   

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Speaking:  able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.   

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Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.   

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Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.  

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Lifting:  able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.   

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Pushing / Pulling:  able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.   

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Sitting:  able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer.   

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Squatting / Kneeling:  able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.  

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Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor. 

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Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents):  able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.   

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Personal Protective Equipment required:  Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site

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Administrative position only PPE required: Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floor visits, appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.

This position is a temporary (contract) position with no specific time period but could be extended or shortened as needed. Contractors are employed by a 3rd party vendor and placed on assignment to Airbus in America.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Airbus Helicopters, Inc.

Employment Type:
Agency / Temporary

Experience Level:
Professional

Remote Type:
On-site

Job Family:
Facility Management and Real Estate

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Job Posting End Date: 09.12.2025

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