Team Lead-Facilities - 1st Shift (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-07-29

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AR-SPRINGDALE-BLDG 1 ~ 275 E Robinson Ave ~ BLDG 1

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do:

We are seeking a motivated Team Lead – Facilities to provide technical leadership, coordinate facilities and maintenance activities, and ensure the safe, reliable operation of our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. This role combines hands-on facilities expertise with leadership responsibilities, supporting a team of Facilities Technicians while driving equipment reliability, infrastructure improvements, continuous improvement initiatives, and regulatory compliance.

The Team Lead – Facilities is responsible for leading the daily activities of the Facilities team, coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance, prioritizing work assignments, and serving as the primary technical resource for facility operations. This position works closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, EH&S, and site leadership to maximize equipment uptime, maintain critical infrastructure, and ensure a safe and compliant work environment.

The Team Lead is expected to remain actively engaged in troubleshooting, repairs, contractor coordination, and project execution while mentoring technicians and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

Work Schedule
1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Overtime may be required to support production demands, facility emergencies, and planned maintenance activities.

• Lead and coordinate the daily activities of the Facilities team to ensure timely completion of preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Prioritize work orders and assign personnel based on operational priorities, equipment criticality, and business needs.
• Provide technical leadership and hands-on support for troubleshooting facility infrastructure, utilities, building systems, and production support equipment.
• Mentor, coach, and develop Facilities Technicians through training, performance feedback, and knowledge sharing.
• Support maintenance and reliability of site infrastructure, utilities, and facility assets.
• Develop work scopes, project plans, and contractor requirements for facility infrastructure improvements and capital projects.
• Oversee maintenance of HVAC, compressed air, plumbing, electrical distribution, fire protection, roofing, building systems, and general facility infrastructure.
• Support maintenance activities for heat treat, forge, Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI), X-ray, and other specialized manufacturing support equipment.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance schedules to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Monitor facility performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement, reliability enhancements, and root cause corrective actions.
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with OSHA, FAA, environmental, and company safety requirements.
• Review and approve maintenance documentation, work orders, calibration records, and equipment history within the ERP/CMMS system.
• Coordinate contractors and outside service providers, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards.
• Support equipment installations, facility modifications, machinery relocations, and capital improvement projects.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits by maintaining accurate maintenance documentation and ensuring compliance with applicable standards.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement throughout the Facilities organization.
• Maintain effective communication with Operations, Eng