Maintenance Technician

Building Maintenance Technician

This role focuses on maintaining a high-end hospitality facility in safe, efficient, and fully functional condition by performing routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on building systems, fixtures, and equipment while providing excellent customer-facing service.

Responsibilities

• Inspect assigned areas on a routine basis to ensure the facility remains in safe, functional, and serviceable condition.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly checklists of pre-scheduled building and equipment maintenance procedures using work orders.
• Perform preventive maintenance on building systems, equipment, and fixtures to minimize downtime and extend asset life.
• Repair and maintain fixtures and hardware such as doors, windows, minor appliances, office equipment, and related components.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general maintenance issues and implement appropriate solutions.
• Perform drywall patching, painting, and other cosmetic repairs to maintain a high-quality appearance throughout the facility.
• Identify and report major maintenance needs or safety concerns and recommend corrective actions to leadership.
• Work on rooftop HVAC units and related systems, including components associated with VAV (Variable Air Volume) boxes, as applicable.
• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely, professional manner while maintaining a strong customer service focus.
• Document completed work, maintenance activities, and issues clearly and accurately using written, verbal, and email communication.
• Collaborate with other maintenance and facility team members to prioritize tasks and ensure smooth daily operations.
• Safely lift, move, and handle materials and equipment weighing 50 pounds or more as part of daily tasks.

Essential Skills

• 4–6 years of building maintenance experience in apartment complexes, hotels, or general property maintenance.
• Hands-on experience with facilities maintenance including electrical, mechanical, and plumbing work.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing building systems, fixtures, and hardware.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on building and equipment systems.
• Ability to perform painting, drywall repair, and other finish work to a high standard.
• Experience working with HVAC systems, including rooftop units.
• Familiarity with VAV (Variable Air Volume) boxes.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds on a daily basis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including email communication.
• Customer service and customer-facing experience in previous roles.
• Ability to work effectively in a customer-focused environment such as apartments, hotels, or corporate facilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience in a hotel or apartment complex environment.
• Luxury or high-end hospitality or residential settings.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple work orders and maintenance tasks simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a clean, well-presented facility.
• Ability to work overtime when needed.
• Painting experience is a significant plus.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable, long-term opportunity with a 12-month contract that renews annually, offering consistency and continuity in your role. You can earn additional income through available overtime while working in a polished, customer-focused environment. The organization values strong communication, professionalism, and quality workmanship, providing a setting where your technical skills and customer service mindset are both recognized and appreciated.

Work Environment

This position is based in a luxury hotel located in the Back Bay area of Boston. You work in a high-end, guest-focused environment where appearance, reliability, and responsiveness are essential. The role involves frequent movement throughout the property, including rooftop access for HVAC work, and requires regular lifting of 50+ pounds. You will use a variety of tools and equipment related to electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, painting, and general building maintenance. Overtime opportunities are available, and you can expect a professional atmosphere with an emphasis on maintaining a pristine and comfortable environment for guests and occupants.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Boston, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $30.00/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)