Facilities Technician - San Francisco, CA (BF0026)
2 months ago
Full time role
In-person · San Francisco, CA, US
About Charm
Our mission is to return the atmosphere to 280 ppm CO₂. We convert excess inedible biomass into carbon-rich bio-oil and inject it into underground storage for permanent carbon removal. At scale we can use bio-oil to make fossil-free iron.
Our carbon removal pathway took off in 2020 with initial purchases from customers like Stripe, Shopify & Microsoft. Since then we’ve scaled to thousands of tons of carbon removal, over a hundred employees, and now have three locations in San Francisco, Colorado, and Kansas. Come join us in 2024 as we aim to become one of the first companies to put 10,000 tons of carbon back underground!
We're looking to expand our team of ambitious creative and hands-on forward-thinking humans. We value psychological safety and collaboration. We take calculated risks and don't sweep mistakes under the rug; instead, we pin them to the wall and learn from them. We value that everyone’s unique backgrounds and perspectives shape their work. We encourage you to read our company values.
Come help us reverse climate change. Gigatons or bust!
About the Role:
The Facilities Technician is responsible for maintaining the Charm facilities, grounds, and equipment to ensure a safe, clean, and productive workplace for all Charmers. The ideal candidate has excellent communications skills, the ability to identify and address problems in a timely manner, effectively coordinates facility activities with employees and vendors, and supports our culture of safety. Basic project management skills are required for scheduling and overseeing contractors, managing shipping and receiving activities, and maintaining supply inventory. This position reports to the Facilities Manager at Charm Minifactory in San Francisco.
Your Responsibilities:
- First and foremost, help us keep our workplace safe, clean, and productive for all Charmers.
- Support site safety by regularly auditing our office and shop. Keep first aid supplies in stock and safety equipment in good condition (e.g. fire extinguishers, eye wash stations, spill kits). Provide recommendations for improving safety policies, procedures and best practices based on your onsite observations.
- Schedule, oversee and assist contractor work such as new electrical service or plug installation, tent construction and building security installation. Ensure contractor work is safe, high quality and maintains the cleanliness of the facility.
- Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC, electrical, and plumbing as needed.
- Perform interior and exterior repairs including building repairs (e.g. painting, door and door hardware repair, fence and gate repair).
- Manage shipping and receiving.
- Operate onsite machinery (PITs) to unload delivery vehicles and move received packages and equipment to the appropriate workspace within the Minifactory.
- Distribute office supplies, first aid, groceries, and daily lunches to enable our team to stay happy and productive.
- Perform routine maintenance tasks on HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, and other building infrastructure.
- Schedule, oversee and assist contractor work such as new electrical service or plug installation, tent construction and building security installation. Ensure contractor work is safe, high quality and maintains the cleanliness of the facility.
- Conduct inspections of facilities to identify and address maintenance issues.
- Assist with the installation and setup of new equipment or systems.
- Respond to and resolve facilities-related service requests from staff.
- Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Report safety hazards and unsafe conditions to management.
- Assist with emergency response and crisis management as needed.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections.
- Track inventory and order supplies as necessary.
- Provide excellent customer service to staff by addressing their concerns and resolving issues promptly.
- Communicate effectively with team members and other departments.
- Support facility improvements and renovations as needed.
- Assist with All-hands meetings setup and breakdown.
- Perform other related duties as assigned, including assisting with special projects and events.
You Bring:
- 3-5 years maintenance or facilities experience in office or shop management in an industrial facility or fabrication shop is considered an asset.
- Experience operating a PIT and/or MEWP or willingness to learn is required. 2+ years experience preferred.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds at times
- Prolonged periods of standing and walking
- Must be able to bend, lift, squat down when working in low and confined spaces
- Ability to wear proper personal protective equipment during specific tasks
- Ability to follow safety protocols for handling hazardous chemicals
- Experience working with hazardous materials and waste.
- A proactive, professional and “can do” attitude.
- Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair minor mechanical, electrical, and plumbing problems.
- Desire to wear multiple hats with an organized, efficient working style.
- Ability to prioritize responsibilities and comfort with multi-tasking in a fast-paced, ever changing, ambiguous environment.
- Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite experience.
- Passionate about contributing to our mission and growing the company.
Bonus, if You Bring:
- ERP/MRP
- Jira experience is a plus.
What We Offer
· Stock options
· Health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
· Traditional and Roth 401(k) with a 50% match on contributions up to 6%
· Paid time off, including parental leave
· A yearly professional development stipend
· Healthy snacks and lunches for onsite employees
· A sweet workplace with lots of space inside and out
· A chance to pivot into a role in climate!
Visa Sponsorship Policy
Since we are a small startup, certain accommodations for visa sponsorship may not be within our capability. At this time, Charm Industrial is only sponsoring E3 and TN visas.
Our Commitment
Charm Industrial is an equal opportunity employer with a firm commitment to growing our team in an inclusive way, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, medical condition, age, or veteran status. The consequences of climate change inherently affect some more than others, and we need a diverse team to help us save our little planet most effectively & justly. We are excited about all of those who choose to apply, and for those who end up joining us, to see how you better us as a team and company. We are more than the sum of our parts.