Building Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Building Maintenance Technician

Job Description

This role oversees advanced building maintenance activities, ensuring that all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. The Building Maintenance Technician independently performs complex troubleshooting and repairs, coordinates with external contractors for specialized work, and maintains detailed documentation of all maintenance activities. This position requires a seasoned professional who brings extensive hands-on experience, strong problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills to support a safe, functional, and well-maintained facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building systems to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building systems independently, ensuring timely and effective resolution of issues.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and complete repairs in a timely and efficient manner while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Inspect buildings, equipment, and premises regularly to identify safety hazards and perform necessary maintenance to eliminate or mitigate risks.
• Coordinate with external contractors and vendors for specialized repairs and maintenance, ensuring work quality and adherence to safety and company standards.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company policies, procedures, and safety standards, including proper use of tools and equipment.
• Maintain an organized inventory of maintenance supplies, parts, and tools, and ensure they are available and in good working condition.
• Document all maintenance and repair work accurately and maintain detailed logs for future reference and compliance purposes.
• Apply basic HVAC, electrical, and plumbing knowledge to diagnose issues, recommend solutions, and prevent recurring problems.
• Communicate clearly with building occupants and stakeholders regarding maintenance activities, timelines, and any potential impacts.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills by prioritizing tasks, managing multiple work orders, and completing assignments within required timeframes.
• Work safely and effectively in various conditions, including lifting heavy objects and accessing different areas of the facility as needed.

Essential Skills

• At least 10 years of experience in building maintenance or a closely related field.
• Proficiency in the use of hand tools and power tools for repair and maintenance tasks.
• Basic understanding of HVAC systems, including preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems, including safe practices for repairs and maintenance.
• Basic understanding of plumbing systems and the ability to perform basic plumbing repairs.
• Ability to independently diagnose issues across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building systems and perform appropriate repairs.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with building occupants, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Good customer service skills, including a professional and respectful approach when addressing maintenance requests.
• Physical dexterity and the ability to lift heavy objects as needed for maintenance work.
• Ability to work in various conditions, including different indoor environments and physical spaces within the facility.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft applications for logging work and managing documentation.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work orders, and maintain accurate records.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working as a building engineer or in a similar advanced maintenance role.
• Emotional intelligence and the ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and building occupants.
• Strong people skills, including the ability to listen, respond calmly, and resolve issues collaboratively.
• Enhanced organizational abilities, such as maintaining well-structured maintenance logs, inventories, and schedules.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft applications, such as Word, Excel, and email tools, to support documentation and communication.
• No formal certifications are required for this role; however, relevant maintenance, HVAC, electrical, or plumbing certifications are considered a plus.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a stable, daytime schedule and the chance to take ownership of a wide range of building systems, allowing you to apply and grow your technical expertise. You will work in an environment that values professionalism, clear communication, and strong organizational skills, providing the support and structure needed to perform at a high level. The role offers long-term career potential, including the possibility of transitioning to a permanent position, and allows you to make a direct impact on safety, comfort, and reliability within the facility.

Work Environment

The role follows a regular Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a one-hour unpaid lunch break each day. Work is performed on-site within a building environment that includes mechanical rooms, common areas, and other facility spaces. The position involves hands-on use of hand and power tools, as well as work on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building systems. You will work in varied physical conditions, which may include standing, bending, lifting heavy objects, and accessing different areas of the facility. A professional appearance and attire appropriate for a maintenance and facilities setting are expected, with consideration for safety and practicality while performing technical tasks.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Washington, DC.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Washington,DC.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.