Maintenance Technician

Location
Austin,TX

Description

Our client, the U.S.'s largest commercial real estate services firm, has an exciting opportunity for an entry-level Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance and operation of a commercial office building in the Austin, TX area. This 3-month contract role is ideal for someone with a mechanical aptitude and foundational knowledge of electrical and building systems who is interested in developing hands-on experience with critical commercial building equipment.

The building is currently vacant, so the primary focus will be on preventative maintenance, equipment monitoring, and maintaining the property's infrastructure rather than responding to tenant requests. The successful candidate will work alongside an onsite Building Engineer and receive support and training as needed.

What You'll Do

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on commercial building systems and equipment.
• Assist with the operation, inspection, and maintenance of chillers, boilers, cooling towers, generators, and air handling units (AHUs).
• Monitor building equipment, identify potential issues, and assist with troubleshooting to help prevent equipment failures.
• Complete scheduled maintenance activities and document work through a computerized work order management system.
• Perform basic electrical maintenance, including lighting repairs and electrical work in parking areas.
• Maintain exterior portions of the property, including several acres of grounds.
• Assist with tree trimming and other basic outdoor property maintenance.
• Support general building infrastructure and mechanical maintenance needs.

What You'll Need

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Approximately 0-2 years of experience in building maintenance, mechanical maintenance, engineering, or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of electrical systems, including basic 110-volt electrical work.
• Some experience or exposure to commercial building equipment such as chillers, boilers, air handling units, and cooling towers.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills.
• Basic computer and keyboard skills, with the ability to learn and navigate a computerized work order system.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
• Reliability, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade school education or technical training.
• Experience maintaining mechanical or electrical equipment.
• General commercial building maintenance experience.
• Familiarity with computerized work order management systems.