Facility Maintenance Technician

Facility Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a highly skilled Facility Maintenance Technician to ensure the smooth operation and maintenance of building facilities, electrical and mechanical systems, and plumbing. The ideal candidate will be adept with a range of tools, from common hand and power tools to precision measuring instruments and electrical testing devices.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure equipment and fixtures operate smoothly and efficiently.
• Inspect and test equipment to diagnose mechanical problems and determine solutions.
• Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, or equipment.
• Inspect drives, motors, belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, and perform other maintenance actions following checklists.
• Clean or lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, or other parts of machinery.
• Adjust functional parts of devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, or straightedges.
• Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools, and reassemble equipment.
• Record type and cost of maintenance or repair work.
• Maintain the safe operation and maintenance of building facilities, electrical and mechanical systems, and plumbing.
• Operate and maintain specific equipment, conduct surveys and inventories, perform preventive maintenance activities, respond to customer complaints, and repair equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, and technical documents to troubleshoot and make accurate repairs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Perform daily chemical tests on water systems and adjust chemical mixtures and feed rates as necessary.
• Install wall-hung furnishings and equipment.
• Maintain related computer databases.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in facility maintenance, specifically in HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing.
• Ability to utilize tools such as hammers, drills, wrenches, precision measuring instruments, and electrical testing devices.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, blueprints, and schematics.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and repair of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Mechanic 2: Minimum of 2 years of experience with HVAC equipment and facility electrical equipment.
• Mechanic 3: Minimum of 3 years of experience with commercial HVAC equipment and electrical systems.
• Plumbing experience: Minimum of 2 years for Mechanic 2 and 3 years for Mechanic 3, with commercial systems preferred.
• Understanding of electrical safety for various voltage levels.

Why Work Here?

Join a leading employer in Atlanta, GA, known for its excellent reputation and strong community presence. Enjoy benefits such as holiday and vacation pay while on contract, with a strong potential for permanent placement.

Work Environment

Work within a dynamic college university setting, involving both indoor and outdoor tasks. Be prepared to work around research animals. The facilities include nearly 200 buildings divided into zones, each managed by a zone supervisor. The work schedule is typically from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., depending on the department.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Atlanta, GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2026.