In this hands-on facilities and maintenance role, you’ll be the go-to problem solver keeping our shops, equipment, and buildings operating safely and efficiently. From troubleshooting repairs and coordinating specialized trades to supporting new equipment installs and facility upkeep, this is a high-impact role for someone who likes variety, ownership, and seeing the direct results of their work every day.

RK Company Overview

RK Industries is a second-generation family-owned company led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning. With seven specialized business units working together, we deliver construction, fabrication, manufacturing, and building services with a focus on safety, quality, and craftsmanship.

People join RK for the craftsmanship, complexity, and the ability to make a real impact. Our in-house capabilities mean employees see their ideas become real solutions, creating meaningful collaboration and clear visibility into how work gets built. Growth happens through challenging projects, mentorship from experienced builders, and opportunities that stretch your skill set.

With RK University, accredited apprenticeships, competitive benefits, and deep community investment, RK offers the stability of a family-owned company with the opportunity and momentum of an industry leader.

Position Summary

Ensures the smooth operation of the property by acting as the first line of defense for all building issues, including but not limited to shop maintenance and facilities. Focuses on hands-on repairs and diagnostics. Acts as the primary liaison for specialized trades. Responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of machinery and mechanical equipment. Perform duties including installing new equipment, performing regular services, maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting equipment breakdowns. 

Responsible for identifying complex problems, sourcing parts, and managing the workflow of external subcontractors to ensure specialized work is completed correctly and safely.

Role Responsibilities

• Repair equipment, hang signage, fix door hardware/locks, and perform drywall patching or painting. 

• Conduct daily or weekly facility audits to catch emerging maintenance needs before they become emergencies. 

• Oversee or perform upkeep of the building exterior, including lighting checks, debris removal, and minor signage repair. 

• Conduct routine testing of fire extinguishers, exit signs, and emergency lighting. 

• Address "handyman" level tasks such as hanging blinds, adjusting office layouts, and mounting equipment. 

• Identify and source the specific components needed for both in-house repairs and for parts requested by contractors. 

• Maintain a database of reliable subcontractors and material suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing and timely delivery. 

• Monitor maintenance spending and assist in the approval process for high-cost specialized repairs. 

• Maintain owner’s manuals and maintenance records for each piece of equipment in the facility. 

• Perform routine maintenance on equipment in multiple facilities. 

• Repair equipment and small tools. 

• Coordinate new equipment installations including power and utilities 

• Perform miscellaneous welding and fabrication of fixtures, tables etc. 

• Keep an organized inventory of common consumables (filters, bulbs, hardware) to ensure zero downtime for basic fixes. 

• Perform the first assessment of any facility failure to determine if the fix is a general repair or requires a specialized subcontractor. 

• Identify the location and scope of issues within the electrical grid, plumbing lines, or HVAC systems to provide clear data to incoming specialists. 

• Assist subcontractors by providing access to mechanical rooms, explaining system history, and reviewing blueprints/schematics with them. 

• Contact and schedule vetted electrical, plumbing, and HVAC contractors for specialized repairs and preventative maintenance. 

• Define the specific needs for each service call to ensure contractors arrive with the correct equipment and expectations. 

• Monitor onsite contractors to ensure they adhere to building safety protocols and complete the work as described in the contract. 

• Inspect completed subcontractor work to ensure it meets quality standards and local building codes before signing off. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent. 

• 3+ years in facility maintenance with a strong background in vendor management or project coordination. 

• Ability to read blueprints and technical manuals to effectively communicate with specialized tradespeople. 

• Exceptional verbal and written skills for managing contractor relationships and reporting to management. 

• Strong ability to juggle multiple work orders and track the progress of various ongoing subcontractor projects. 

• Proficiency in CMMS or work-order tracking software to document the lifecycle of every repair. 

Minimum Physical Requirements and Accountability

• Work often involves extended periods of standing, walking, and performing repetitive or physically demanding tasks.  

• Effective verbal communication and hearing are essential for maintaining safety, receiving instructions, and coordinating with team members in person, over radios, or through alarms. 

• Both fine motor skills (e.g., handling small components, precision work) and gross motor skills (e.g., operating tools and heavy equipment) are critical. 

• Visual acuity is required for reading blueprints, measuring materials, performing precision work, and maintaining situational awareness; near, far, and peripheral vision may all be needed. 

• Must be able to work in a variety of environments, including indoor and outdoor settings, as well as dusty, loud, hot, cold, or potentially hazardous areas. 

What Sets RK Industries Apart

• Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental

• Awards: Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition

• Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards

• Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation

• Development: Through RK University, we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis