Plant Support Services Technician

What we do-

Aspen is a technology leader in sustainability and electrification solutions. The Company's aerogel technology enables its customers and partners to achieve their own objectives around the global megatrends of resource efficiency, e-mobility, and clean energy. Aspen's PyroThin products enable solutions to thermal runaway challenges within the electric vehicle ("EV") market. Aspen Battery Materials, the Company's carbon aerogel initiative, seeks to increase the performance of lithium-ion battery cells to enable EV manufacturers to extend the driving range and reduce the cost of EVs. The Company's Cryogel and Pyrogel products are valued by the world's largest energy infrastructure companies. Aspen's strategy is to partner with world-class industry leaders to leverage its Aerogel Technology Platform into additional high-value markets. Aspen is headquartered in Northborough, Mass.

What we value-

At Aspen, our values reflect who we are and how we work both with each other and our customers, suppliers, and communities. They shape our interactions, guide our decisions, and inspire us to bring our best. Whether collaborating internally or externally, our values drive us to make a meaningful impact within Aspen and in all our relationships.

Aspen's CORE Values

We Do the Right Thing

We are Problem Solvers

We are Allies

We Drive Forward

What you will do-

The Plant Support Services Tech will report to the Plant Support Services Manager. The PSST will perform his/her duties under the direction of the PSS Manager. The PSST will be integral to ensuring operation, compliance and performance of all our key critical utilities as well as perform routine building maintenance tasks including but not limited to carpentry, electrical, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, general cleaning and other tasks as assigned. The PSST must work collaboratively and cross functionally and be able to effectively communicate with managers, operators and other staff, and understand operational objectives that are communicated verbally, in writing or through written diagrams.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience completing medium to complex tasks while adhering to tight schedules and have at least 2 years in a similar Facilities Maintenance role.

How will you do it-

• Perform skilled work of average to considerable difficulty to accomplish a variety of mechanical maintenance tasks including: minor plumbing, minor electrical, equipment setting and alignment, mechanical repair of pumps, valves, and other related activities
• Monitor running of all key critical utilities through process control systems including PLC and DCS control.
• Work closely with the control room team to address any identified issues.
• Perform scheduled checks on key systems throughout the shift.
• Maintain operation chemical dosing systems that support our utilities including tasks such as chemical feed change-outs, pH calibration, etc.
• Call in service providers to support planned and unplanned maintenance required to key utilities or facilities
• Issue work permits to contractors - ensuring compliance to all applicable safety requirements.
• Paint, remodel, refurbish areas
• Repair, maintain/monitor all office equipment and amenities
• Clean windows and glass doors
• Pressure-wash of building exterior
• Change HVAC filters
• Remove and properly dispose of all recyclable materials
• Change light bulbs, interior and exterior
• Maintain exterior property, including snow removal, grass cutting, and brush trimming
• Maintain office space, conduct office clean outs and refurbishment
• Perform minor plumbing repairs
• Support both exterior and interior fixes and upgrades (e.g. roofing, walls)
• Assist with offline rebuilds
• Positions will be scheduled according to our 12 hour rotating schedules (4 on 4 off)

Why you are right for the job-

• Mechanical, Electrical, or Plumbing trade formal training, or Military equivalent required
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• At least 2 years in a similar role in a Facilities Maintenance role.
• Experience in a manufacturing operations environment is preferred.
• Prior experience with control systems (DCS, PLC, and HMI interfaces) preferred.

What to expect-

• Frequently required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Frequently required to sit
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts
• Frequently works around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
• Occasionally exposed to extreme heat or cold (non-weather)
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 10 pounds.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PERKS OF JOINING OUR TEAM!

Aspen is committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package, a positive and productive work environment, encouraged work/life and family balance, and opportunities for growth and development, in a culture that is focused on inclusion, sustainability, and working together to solve the world's toughest challenges.

Aspen is proud to offer a competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Holidays, Sick Time, and PTO. In addition, we also offer 401k Employer Match, Life and Disability Insurance, and other benefits.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to abuttitta@aerogel.com or call and leave a voice message at (508) 466-3111 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information and we will return your message.

For Our Rhode Island Applicants:
Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The East Providence, RI facility of Aspen Aerogels is subject to Title 28, Chapter 29-6.2 of Rhode Island General Laws, which governs Worker's Compensation.