Facilities Technician (part-time contractor)

@ Aeva, Inc.
Aeva, Inc.aeva,inc..com

Facilities Technician (part-time contractor)

Mountain View, CA
Posted 2 weeks ago

About the job

Aeva develops advanced LiDAR sensors for autonomous driving, robotics, and consumer electronics. The Facilities Technician ensures safe, functional, and clean facilities supporting company operations and growth.

Requirements

  • 5+ years facilities experience
  • Knowledge of building systems
  • Basic electrical, plumbing skills
  • Troubleshooting and organizational skills
  • Customer service-minded

Qualifications

  • Working knowledge of building maintenance
  • Ability to lift 50-100 lbs
  • Forklift certification preferred
  • Strong safety commitment

Full job description

Aeva’s mission is to bring the next wave of perception to a broad range of applications from automated driving to industrial robotics, consumer electronics, consumer health, security, and beyond. Aeva is transforming autonomy with its groundbreaking sensing and perception technology that integrates all key LiDAR components onto a silicon photonics chip in a compact module. Aeva 4D LiDAR sensors uniquely detect instant velocity in addition to 3D position, allowing autonomous devices like vehicles and robots to make more intelligent and safe decisions. 

Role Overview:

The Facilities Technician supports the day-to-day operation, maintenance, safety, and functionality of an approximately 95,000-square-foot facility and warehouse. This hands-on role works closely with the Facilities Manager and team to maintain a safe, clean, reliable, and professional workplace.


What you will do

Facility Operations & Maintenance

  • Perform routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance throughout offices, warehouse, labs, common areas, and exterior spaces.
  • Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs involving electrical, HVAC, plumbing, lighting, doors, locks, walls, ceilings, flooring, furniture, and other building systems.
  • Identify issues requiring specialized or licensed contractors and coordinate service as needed.
  • Conduct regular facility inspections and maintain tools, equipment, supplies, and maintenance areas.

    • Preventative Maintenance & Emergency Response

  • Complete scheduled preventative maintenance, inspections, service records, and work orders.
  • Monitor facility systems and identify potential problems before they become major disruptions.
  • Participate in the emergency response program and provide 24/7 on-call support for facility emergencies, including leaks, flooding, power outages, HVAC failures, fire/life-safety issues, security concerns, spills, equipment failures, and building damage.
  • Respond to non-emergency Facilities requests within 24 hours.

    • Safety & Compliance

  • Conduct safety inspections, identify hazards, and follow through on corrective actions.
  • Follow OSHA requirements, company safety policies, and applicable regulations.
  • Support fire/life-safety inspections, emergency drills, and preparedness activities.
  • Maintain safe access to exits, electrical panels, equipment areas, and designated safety zones.

    • Warehouse & Employee Support

  • Maintain organized and safe warehouse, storage, loading dock, and material-handling areas.
  • Assist with moving and staging furniture, equipment, supplies, and materials.
  • Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment when trained and authorized.
  • Support workstation setups, employee moves, office reconfigurations, furniture installation, meetings, and facility events.
  • Maintain common areas, conference rooms, kitchens, restrooms, and facility supplies.

    • Vendors, Contractors & Projects

  • Assist the Facilities Manager with vendors, contractors, inspections, repairs, and facility projects.
  • Provide site access and monitor contractor work for safety, quality, and completion.
  • Support facility moves, expansions, space changes, fleet areas, exterior areas, waste/recycling, and other facility projects as assigned.

    • What you have

    • 5+ years of facilities, building maintenance, warehouse maintenance, property maintenance, or related experience preferred.
    • Working knowledge of general building systems and maintenance practices.
    • Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, drywall, flooring, and general repairs.
    • Strong troubleshooting, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
    • Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple requests, and provide excellent customer service.
    • Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification.
    • Strong commitment to safety and compliance.

    Physical & Work Requirements

    • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb ladders, and work in various facility environments.
    • Ability to safely lift and move approximately 50–100 lbs. with assistance or mechanical equipment when appropriate.
    • Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, holidays, or after-hours shifts for emergencies or operational needs.

    Key Expectations

    • Maintain a safe, clean, functional, and professional facility.
    • Respond promptly to emergencies and employee requests.
    • Complete preventative maintenance and documentation on schedule.
    • Take ownership of issues from identification through resolution.
    • Communicate effectively with the Facilities Manager, employees, vendors, and contractors.
    • Support cost-effective solutions while maintaining safety and quality.
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