Facility Maintenance Technician I (Telecommunications)

Location: Onsite in Alaska, United States, with travel to rural Alaskan communities for up to several days and up to 50% travel

Company

hirify.global provides communication and technology services to remote communities across Alaska and other locations in the United States.

What you will do

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, repairs, inspections, and testing at company facilities across Alaska.
• Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC, generators, batteries, UPS systems, rectifiers, fire suppression, electrical, plumbing, and building systems.
• Support the availability of facility infrastructure and, when required, maintain or repair core network equipment.
• Monitor alarms and equipment platforms, troubleshoot issues, manage work orders, and coordinate with vendors and field technicians.
• Track corrective tickets, inventory maintenance supplies, order materials, and document maintenance activities.
• Support safety inspections, emergency exercises, seasonal grounds work, and the setup or removal of equipment and machinery.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least four years of experience in facility operations, maintenance, telecommunications, or a related field; relevant education or experience may substitute year for year.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, generators, batteries, light carpentry, AC/DC power systems, electrical wiring, and technical drawings.
• Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, satisfactory driving record, and successful completion of Defensive Driving training.
• Ability to travel to and work in rural Alaskan communities, including in harsh Arctic weather and by small aircraft.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime, on-call shifts, weekends, holidays, and emergency after-hours coverage; DOT medical certification and drug testing may be required.

Nice to have

• Associate degree in electronics or a related mechanical, HVAC, electrical, vocational, or military technical field.
• Specialization in HVAC, AC/DC power systems, generators, and remote telecommunications facilities.
• Telecommunications experience and relevant industry or job-specific certifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Work supports critical communication services for remote Alaskan communities.
• Responsibilities include onsite facility work, field travel, rotational on-call coverage, and emergency response.
• Work may involve extreme temperatures, uneven terrain, high-power electrical equipment, confined spaces, and loads up to 70 pounds occasionally.
• Employees work with diverse customers and colleagues in a safety-focused environment.