Maintenance Technician

MalaceHR is seeking experienced Mechanical Technicians to provide after-hours facilities support and emergency electrical outage response at a commercial facility in Newport, DE.

This position is primarily responsible for monitoring facility operations during non-business hours, responding to potential electrical outages, and executing established equipment shutdown procedures to protect critical building systems and business operations.

The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, commercial facilities maintenance, or electrical operations. Candidates must be comfortable working independently during evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts.

During periods without electrical outages or emergency events, technicians will assist with light preventive maintenance, inspections, housekeeping, and general facilities support activities.

Work Schedule & Coverage Requirements

This project requires continuous after-hours coverage, with one technician onsite during each designated coverage period.

Coverage Requirements:

• Weekdays: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM or 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

• Weekends: 24-hour coverage

• U.S. Holidays: 24-hour coverage

• Scheduling: Rotating schedules may include Sunday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Saturday assignments.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Outage Monitoring & Emergency Response

• Monitor facility operations for potential phased electrical outages during designated after-hours coverage.

• Respond promptly to electrical outages and other building emergencies in accordance with established procedures.

• Execute documented shutdown procedures for Workplace Services (WPS) and Business Unit (BU) equipment.

• Operate designated electrical breakers in Buildings 512 and 538 as required by approved shutdown protocols.

• Coordinate with facility management and designated emergency response personnel during outage events.

• Document outages, equipment shutdowns, abnormal operating conditions, and actions taken.

• Follow all electrical safety procedures, including applicable lockout/tagout (LOTO) requirements.

Facilities Maintenance & Preventive Maintenance

• Perform routine inspections of mechanical, electrical, and building support systems.

• Assist with preventive maintenance activities for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems within authorized responsibilities.

• Conduct eyewash station inspections and document findings.

• Monitor building equipment for unusual operating conditions, alarms, or potential failures.

• Support equipment organization, housekeeping, and general maintenance activities.

• Record equipment readings and maintain accurate inspection and maintenance documentation.

• Identify maintenance concerns and escalate issues requiring additional technical support.

Building Operations & General Support

• Provide reliable onsite coverage during evenings, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays.

• Maintain communication with facility management regarding equipment conditions, outages, and operational concerns.

• Assist contractors and service providers when necessary.

• Utilize building management systems (BMS) and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), as applicable.

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

• Complete assigned administrative tasks and maintenance documentation during non-event periods.

• Ensure compliance with established site procedures, safety regulations, and operational standards.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Previous experience in commercial facilities maintenance, electrical operations, mechanical maintenance, or MEP systems.

• Working knowledge of commercial building electrical and mechanical systems.

• Ability to understand, interpret, and execute documented equipment shutdown and emergency response procedures.

• Familiarity with electrical safety practices and the safe operation of designated equipment.

• Ability to recognize abnormal equipment conditions and respond appropriately.

• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.

• Availability to work 2nd shift, 3rd shift, weekends, and holidays as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial or industrial facilities maintenance.

• Experience supporting electrical outage response, equipment shutdowns, or critical building operations.

• Knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical distribution equipment, building controls, and mechanical systems.

• Experience with building management systems (BMS/BAS) and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

• Electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, or mechanical trade certifications.

• Familiarity with lockout/tagout (LOTO)

• Previous experience providing after-hours or emergency facilities coverage.