Requisition Number: 79644
The company built on breakthroughs. Join us.
Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.
How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.
At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.
Come break through with us.
Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with:
- Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
- Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
- Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
- Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
- Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation
- Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions
- POSITION SUMMARY
The Facilities Maintenance Technician maintains, inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs facility infrastructure, building systems, grounds, and related equipment to support a safe, reliable, and efficient operating environment. This role completes planned preventive maintenance and responsive work orders, coordinates with internal customers and approved service providers, and documents work in the designated maintenance management system. The position supports manufacturing and warehouse operations by minimizing facility-related disruptions while meeting company safety, quality, environmental, and operational requirements.
- ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Building and Facilities Maintenance
- Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and general repairs of facilities and building components, including doors, locks, walls, floors, ceilings, lighting, fixtures, and building hardware.
- Identify and respond to plumbing leaks, drainage concerns, minor carpentry and painting needs, access and overhead-door issues, and other facility service requests within approved scope.
- Assist with monitoring and basic maintenance of HVAC, compressed air, electrical distribution, fire protection, and other facility-support systems within demonstrated qualifications and company authorization; refer specialized work to qualified personnel.
- Inspect and maintain designated grounds, exterior areas, walkways, dock areas, lighting, fencing, and safety-related building components.
- Support facility moves, installations, workspace changes, small improvement projects, and emergency repairs as assigned.
B. Preventive Maintenance and Work Management
- Execute assigned preventive maintenance schedules and inspections, including inspection checklists and follow-up corrective work.
- Receive, prioritize in coordination with supervision, complete, and accurately close maintenance work orders using the site-approved computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Record equipment condition, labor, materials, findings, and completed actions; escalate recurring failures and items beyond authorized repair capability.
- Maintain clean and orderly workspaces, tools, spare parts, and maintenance supplies, and request necessary materials through approved purchasing processes.
C. Safety, Environmental Compliance, and Emergency Response
- Follow Corning environmental, health, and safety (EHS) policies; perform hazard assessments and use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Apply lockout/tagout, machine guarding, fall protection, ladder and lift safety, hot-work authorization, and other applicable controls when trained and authorized for the task.
- Promptly report unsafe conditions, incidents, near misses, equipment deficiencies, and permit-related concerns; assist with timely corrective actions.
- Assist qualified personnel with inspections and readiness of designated life-safety and emergency systems; do not bypass safety devices or conduct regulated work without required qualifications or authorization.
- Respond to facility-related disruptions and emergency maintenance needs within assigned coverage and established escalation procedures.
D. Contractor Coordination and Continuous Improvement
- Coordinate scheduled access, work-area readiness, and progress communications with approved contractors and service providers under the direction of the Facilities Supervisor.
- Confirm contractors follow required site orientation, access, permit, and EHS procedures; immediately escalate observed noncompliance or unsafe conditions.
- Communicate service interruptions, repair timelines, and work-order status to appropriate stakeholders.
- Identify and recommend improvements in facility reliability, preventive maintenance, energy efficiency, 5S, and maintenance processes.
- Collaborate with Operations, EHS, Security, and other teams to support site needs and minimize disruptions.
- REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience permitted by company policy.
- Two years of relevant building, facilities, industrial, or commercial maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of technical training and hands-on experience (proposed minimum; hiring-manager validation required).
- Working knowledge of general building maintenance methods, safe use of hand and power tools, and routine mechanical troubleshooting.
- Ability to read and follow work instructions, preventive maintenance checklists, safety procedures, and basic technical diagrams.
- Basic computer skills and ability to enter accurate work-order notes, communicate by email, and use a maintenance-tracking system.
- Ability to organize multiple requests, respond appropriately to urgent issues, communicate effectively, and work safely with limited supervision.
- PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Technical certificate, apprenticeship coursework, or associate degree in industrial maintenance, facilities technology, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, or a related field.
- Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or high-activity industrial facility.
- Experience with preventive maintenance planning and CMMS tools such as SAP PM, Maximo, or comparable systems.
- Familiarity with building automation systems, industrial utilities, dock equipment, fire/life-safety systems, and vendor coordination.
- Current, job-relevant trade licenses or credentials where required for assigned work; lift-equipment certification or training where applicable.
- Experience with root-cause problem solving, 5S, Lean, and continuous improvement activities.
- CORE COMPETENCIES
- Safety and compliance – identifies hazards, follows controls, and escalates risks.
- Technical troubleshooting – evaluates problems systematically and identifies appropriate repairs or referrals.
- Preventive mindset – completes inspections and maintenance before failures disrupt operations.
- Customer service and teamwork – communicates professionally with employees, leaders, and contractors.
- Accountability and documentation – completes work accurately and maintains reliable maintenance records.
- Adaptability and urgency – adjusts priorities responsibly when facility needs change.
- KEY PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
- On-time completion and quality of assigned preventive maintenance activities.
- Timeliness and accuracy of work-order response, status updates, documentation, and closure.
- Repeat facility failures, rework, and unresolved corrective-maintenance backlog.
- Compliance with site safety, environmental, permit, and inspection requirements.
- Facility uptime, operational readiness, customer responsiveness, and continuous improvement contributions.
Specific targets and measurement methods will be established and communicated by the Facilities Supervisor and site leadership.
- PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed primarily in an active manufacturing, warehouse, and facilities environment, with occasional outdoor assignments. Duties may involve prolonged standing or walking; bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing approved ladders or access equipment; operating approved hand and power tools; and handling tools, materials, and repair components. The employee may encounter noise, dust, heat, cold, moving equipment, and other controlled industrial exposures. Specific lifting limits, frequency of physical activities, environmental exposures, required certifications, and any essential driving duties must be confirmed through the Keller site job analysis. Essential functions are performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
- WORK SCHEDULE AND TRAVEL
Schedule and shift are determined by the site. Overtime, off-shift response, weekends, or limited on-call support may be required based on business needs, subject to manager confirmation. Routine business travel is not anticipated; any travel requirement should be validated before posting.
- JOB DESCRIPTION DISCLAIMER
This description summarizes the general nature and level of work expected and is not an exhaustive list of every duty or requirement. Responsibilities may change based on business needs, subject to company policy and applicable law. This document does not create an employment contract. The job classification, qualifications, physical demands, and essential functions are subject to Human Resources and hiring-manager validation before publication or use as a final position standard.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $33.00 hourly rate - $36.00 hourly rate. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.
A job that shapes a life.
Corning offers you the total package.
Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
- As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
- Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
- Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.
We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.
