Maintenance Helper

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Helper

Job Description

The Maintenance Helper performs routine facility maintenance in a commercial hospital setting, supporting the safe and reliable operation of building systems and equipment. In this role, you handle basic electrical, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical, and general building maintenance tasks under general supervision, while assisting skilled trades personnel with more complex repairs. You help ensure that interior spaces, fixtures, and infrastructure remain functional, clean, and in good working condition to support daily operations. This is an overnight shift from 11pm-7:30am.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine facility maintenance tasks, including replacing and servicing interior lighting systems, changing lamps, and working with related electrical components.
• Clean, install, and replace fixture covers, panels, and ceiling materials to maintain a safe and presentable environment.
• Conduct minor repairs and upkeep of building features such as safety railings, privacy curtain systems, and workplace furnishings.
• Install and replace restroom and common-area dispensers and fixtures as needed to support daily facility operations.
• Assist with the movement, setup, and relocation of equipment and furniture throughout the facility.
• Inspect, maintain, and organize maintenance tools and equipment to ensure they remain in safe, reliable working condition.
• Support skilled trades personnel with repairs and maintenance of facility infrastructure and operational systems, including basic HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical tasks.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools to complete maintenance assignments safely and efficiently under general supervision.
• Respond to maintenance requests and work orders in a timely manner, helping to keep buildings and equipment safe, functional, and in good working condition.
• Perform general building maintenance, including basic troubleshooting, repair, painting, and preventive maintenance activities as directed.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of work experience in facility, building, or general maintenance.
• Successful completion of 1 year (or current enrollment in) a state-approved Journey HVAC program at a vocational or technical school, college, or apprenticeship sponsor organization.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Hands-on experience with facility maintenance tasks in a commercial building environment.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC systems and their components, gained through formal training or structured program participation.
• Ability to perform basic electrical maintenance, including working safely with lighting systems and related components under supervision.
• Fundamental plumbing skills for minor repairs and fixture installations.
• Experience with general building maintenance, including troubleshooting and basic repair work.
• Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Capability to assist with painting, preventive maintenance, and general upkeep tasks.
• Strong attention to safety when working in an active hospital facility.
• Ability to follow instructions, work under general supervision, and support skilled trades personnel.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a commercial building or healthcare facility environment.
• Familiarity with hospital infrastructure and operational systems.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for working with building systems and equipment.
• Comfort performing preventive maintenance tasks and documenting work as required.
• Ability to move and handle equipment and furniture safely as part of daily duties.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting mindset for maintenance issues.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with maintenance team members and building staff.
• Reliability in working an overnight shift schedule.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable role with a clear path from contract-to-hire, offering access to a comprehensive benefits package upon conversion. The organization supports professional growth through structured technical training programs, including HVAC-focused development, and provides opportunities to build hands-on experience in a complex, modern facility. You work in a collaborative maintenance team that values safety, reliability, and continuous learning, while gaining exposure to a wide range of building systems and trades.

Work Environment

This role is based in a hospital shop environment within a commercial building, supporting clinical and non-clinical areas. You work primarily on-site using a variety of hand and power tools to perform maintenance tasks on lighting, HVAC components, plumbing fixtures, furnishings, and general building systems. The schedule is an overnight shift, Monday through Friday from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., requiring comfort working during off-hours when facility activity may vary. You operate in a safety-focused setting that may involve navigating active hospital corridors, patient-adjacent areas, and mechanical spaces, while adhering to facility safety protocols and procedures.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Baltimore, MD.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/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 Baltimore,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 29, 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.