Building Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Building Maintenance Technician

Job Description

This role provides hands-on maintenance and janitorial support for a downtown office building, ensuring that all areas remain safe, functional, and presentable. The Building Maintenance Technician performs routine preventative maintenance, responds to emergencies, turns over tenant spaces, and supports property operations while delivering excellent customer service to tenants and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and perform routine preventative maintenance and assigned work orders in coordination with the Property Manager.
• Drive to property locations and supply houses as needed to obtain tools, materials, and supplies.
• Maintain curb appeal and overall cleanliness of exterior areas, including walkways, patios, walls, garbage enclosures, and surrounding grounds.
• Physically tour the property regularly to identify items needing repair, potential safety hazards, and overall building condition, and take appropriate corrective action.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace, including mechanical rooms and electrical rooms.
• Order or coordinate the ordering of parts and materials for the property and maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Perform duties related to tenant space turnovers within scheduled timeframes, ensuring spaces are clean, repaired, and ready for occupancy.
• Troubleshoot and repair general electrical issues, including light switches and light fixtures, within scope of role and safety guidelines.
• Troubleshoot and repair plumbing systems, including basic fixtures and lines, as needed.
• Troubleshoot and repair appliances commonly found in commercial or tenant spaces.
• Perform painting, drywall and plaster repair, and basic carpentry tasks to maintain interior and exterior finishes.
• Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment used in the field and maintain a general working knowledge of all tools required for the job.
• Participate in maintenance, fire alarm, safety, and other training meetings to support building safety and compliance.
• Assist other maintenance staff and team members as directed by the Property Manager, promoting a collaborative team environment.
• Adhere to all safety policies and consistently use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Complete administrative duties such as organizing invoices, maintaining paperwork, and supporting accurate recordkeeping for maintenance activities.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to cover buildings for emergency calls and respond promptly to urgent issues.
• Meet with vendors on site, coordinate access, and assist them as necessary to ensure work is completed safely and effectively.
• Provide exceptional customer service to community prospects and residents encountered during daily activities, responding promptly and courteously to requests and concerns.
• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times, both on-site and when interacting with tenants, vendors, and colleagues.
• Treat all individuals encountered on or near the property with respect while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and focusing on assigned duties.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience in plumbing maintenance and repair, including troubleshooting basic plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Hands-on experience in general electrical maintenance and repair, including work on light switches and light fixtures within appropriate safety guidelines.
• Demonstrated punctual attendance and reliable time management.
• Consistent, solid work ethic with a strong sense of responsibility and follow-through.
• Ability to perform painting, including surface preparation, application, and finishing.
• Ability to perform basic carpentry tasks such as minor repairs, installations, and adjustments.
• Experience with appliance repair in a residential, commercial, or property maintenance environment.
• General knowledge of HVAC systems and related maintenance tasks.
• Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment, including mechanical and electrical rooms.
• Capability to perform physical tasks such as walking the property, carrying supplies, and completing repairs in various building areas.
• Strong initiative and willingness to assist different teams and support overall property operations.
• Effective communication skills, including prompt response to tenant and team requests.
• Friendly demeanor and respectful attitude toward tenants, colleagues, and visitors.
• Reliability in participating in a rotating on-call schedule for emergency maintenance needs.
• Ability to adhere strictly to safety policies and use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a groundskeeper, facility technician, commercial maintenance technician, or property maintenance technician.
• Experience working in a downtown or multi-tenant office building environment.
• Comfort interacting professionally in an urban setting, including when encountering members of the public near the property.
• Strong organizational skills for managing inventory, invoices, and maintenance documentation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a small maintenance team and with property management.
• Customer service mindset with a focus on creating a positive experience for tenants and visitors.
• Comfort meeting with and coordinating vendors and contractors on site.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing safety and technical training.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) and FSA options, as well as vacation, sick, and holiday pay. Team members benefit from annual performance reviews with eligibility for pay increases and participation in an annual bonus program. The culture is extremely friendly and inclusive, with all team members—from leadership to custodial staff—treated with the same level of respect. Employees join a supportive environment that values reliability, strong work ethic, and collaboration, and encourages professional growth over the long term.

Work Environment

The position is based in a downtown office building and operates as part of a small maintenance team of approximately two to four people. The role involves both indoor and outdoor work, including walking the property, taking out trash, and maintaining building systems and common areas. The environment is urban, and the technician may encounter members of the public near the property while performing day-to-day responsibilities; employees are expected to treat everyone with respect while maintaining professional boundaries and focusing on their duties. The culture emphasizes friendliness, inclusivity, and mutual respect, with all staff treated as valued contributors. The work includes participation in a rotating on-call schedule for emergencies, attendance at safety and training meetings, and adherence to safety policies, including consistent use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/hr.

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 Portland,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 2026.

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.

Company Description

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.