Facility and Utility Technician

Lyten is leading an industrial revolution through Lyten 3D Graphene™, a breakthrough supermaterial unlocking a new generation of products — from lithium–sulfur batteries and energy storage systems to concrete admixtures, lightweight composites, and next-generation sensors that are revolutionizing industries. Together, these innovations are making a massive global improvement and driving real-world impact across energy, mobility, construction, and defense.

At Lyten, we believe the most meaningful careers begin with purpose — and with people who want to make a difference. We’re not just developing advanced supermaterials — we’re about to change the world as we know it, reshaping how energy is stored, how products are built, and how progress is made.

We’re entering an exciting growth phase, scaling production across the U.S. and Europe and expanding our team of engineers, scientists, and innovators.

Apply now to join our team and be part of something bigger than yourself — where collaboration, creativity, and purpose come together to build the technologies that will define the next century.

Job Scope

Responsible for ensuring the optimal operation, maintenance and development of all facilities and supporting infrastructure within the company’s production and office environments. The role ensures that utilities (such as water, heating/cooling, compressed air, gases, and electrical distribution) and facility systems (buildings, workshops, access, and general services) are maintained at high standards to support production continuity and workplace safety and sustainability goals.  

Key Responsibilities

Overall areas of responsibilities and activities

• Plan, maintain and improve facility systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing and sewage systems.

• Create and update preventive maintenance plans for facility and utility equipment.

• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.

• Ensure compliance with all local regulations, environmental and safety standards.

• Manage contractors and service providers performing facility-related work.

• Develop and update documentation such as layouts, drawings and maintenance logs.

• Lead facility improvement projects focused on energy efficiency and sustainability.

• Support new equipment installation and plant expansion activities.

• Respond to emergencies such as power loss, leaks or system failures promptly.

• Collaborate with production, EHS and engineering teams to maintain a safe and efficient workplace.

Requirements

Educational background and previous experience required for the role

Qualifications and Experience

• Technical education in maintenance, utilities, or facility systems (or equivalent work experience).

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in facility or maintenance.

• VVS trained

• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance systems.

• Familiarity with local building and safety codes.

• Experience maintaining compressors and process air distribution systems.

• Experience in clean & dry room environment.

• Experience in managing contractors and external vendors.

• Strong documentation and reporting abilities.

• Experience with maintenance of facility fire protection systems and regulations for these systems.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.

• Experience with the control and regulations for pressurized systems

Specific skills

• Competence in CMMS or maintenance tracking software.

• Ability to troubleshoot plumbing and electrical systems.

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

• Understanding of HVAC systems, Knowledge of Munters units advantageous.

• Awareness of energy and sustainability practices in everyday tasks

• Familiarity with industrial ventilation and drainage systems.

• Solid understanding of electrical distribution and control systems.

• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Strong organizational and prioritization abilities.

• Basic knowledge of PLC or automation interfaces

• Safety-oriented mindset, familiar with LoTo, permits-to-work, and industrial safety standards.

• Familiarity with the components of a facility fire prevention systems such as controls, alarms and sprinkler system.

• Must be competent to work on low voltage electrical circuits

Personal success factors

• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong sense of responsibility and ownership.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Good time management and multitasking ability.

• Calm and effective under pressure.

• Safety-first attitude in all decisions and actions.

• Continuous improvement mindset, always seeking safer and smarter ways of working.

• Positive attitude and adaptability to change.

• Professional communication and interpersonal skills.

Why Work at Lyten

At Lyten, you’ll be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in energy, materials, and manufacturing. We’re not just imagining the future — we’re building it today with breakthrough technologies that are changing how products are made and how industries innovate.

Our people are the heart of that mission. From world-class scientists and engineers to creative problem-solvers in operations, manufacturing, and commercialization, every member of the Lyten team plays a role in turning bold ideas into real-world impact. We believe that the best work happens when you’re doing great things in the world — with people you like. Collaboration, curiosity, and a shared sense of purpose drive everything we do.

What You’ll Find at Lyten

• A mission that matters: Contribute directly to solving complex challenges in energy, mobility, and materials innovation.
• Cutting-edge innovation: Work on technologies at the intersection of materials science, energy storage, and advanced manufacturing that strengthen energy security and local supply chains.
• Extraordinary people: Join a team of talented, friendly, and down-to-earth innovators who support, challenge, and inspire one another every day.
• Teamwork and culture: Experience a workplace built on trust, respect, and shared success — where collaboration fuels breakthroughs and everyone’s ideas are heard.
• Global impact: Help scale new materials and energy solutions that reinforce industrial resilience across the U.S. and Europe.
• Career growth: Be part of a fast-moving company entering a commercial growth phase, with opportunities to lead, learn, and make your mark.
• Purpose-driven values: Thrive in an environment that celebrates ingenuity, optimism, and meaningful progress — together.

Lyten offers the opportunity to do the most important work of your career — helping build the technologies that will power the next century of innovation.

Join us, and help transform industries, communities, and the planet with friends who share your drive to make a difference.