Facilities Maintenance | Handyman | Temporary

Job Title: Facilities Technician
The Facilities Technician performs a wide range of building and grounds maintenance activities, with a strong focus on preventative maintenance and timely repairs across a modern, technology-enabled facility. This role combines hands-on work in plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and HVAC with the use of digital tools and work order systems to ensure a safe, comfortable, and well-maintained environment for residents and guests.
Handle general electrical duties, including replacing lamps and bulbs, tracing electrical lines, and supporting basic lighting repairs.
Monitor HVAC systems, clean vents in rooms, and troubleshoot routine HVAC issues, coordinating with external HVAC contractors for more complex repairs.
Use iPads and computerized work order systems to receive, document, and complete maintenance requests in a timely and accurate manner.
Operate and troubleshoot motorized blinds and other building technology systems, applying training provided on site.
Perform preventive maintenance on building systems, equipment, and facilities to reduce downtime and extend asset life.
Change out equipment components such as motors and sensors, ensuring proper installation and operation.
Conduct general facilities maintenance tasks including painting, lighting repairs, and minor structural fixes to maintain a clean and professional environment.
Provide responsive, customer-facing support to residents and guests, addressing maintenance concerns with a courteous and service-oriented approach.
Take initiative in identifying maintenance needs and resolving issues without waiting for formal tickets, demonstrating a proactive and go-getter attitude.
Travel between assigned locations as needed, primarily working at one site while supporting a second facility when required.
Adhere to safety procedures and guidelines while lifting and moving materials and equipment up to and over 50 pounds on a regular basis.
General electrical skills, including replacing lamps and bulbs and tracing electrical lines.
General HVAC skills, including monitoring HVAC systems, cleaning vents, and basic troubleshooting, with the ability to coordinate with external contractors for complex issues.
Ability to use iPads, email, and computer-based systems, including digital work order platforms.
Comfort working with modern building technologies such as motorized blinds and up-to-date facility systems.
At least 6 months of building maintenance experience within apartment complexes or hotels.
Strong technical aptitude and hands-on experience changing equipment, motors, and sensors.
Demonstrated customer service skills and prior customer-facing experience.
Experience performing preventive maintenance and general facilities maintenance tasks.
Ability to troubleshoot issues across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general building systems.
Previous maintenance experience (candidates without any maintenance experience do not meet the requirements for this role).
Previous maintenance experience in hotel or apartment complex environments.
Experience working in customer-focused settings such as apartments, hotels, or corporate facilities.
Experience working on rooftop HVAC units.
Building maintenance experience with a focus on preventive maintenance.
Experience in residential maintenance or contractor work.
Comfort using hand tools and basic maintenance equipment.
Customer service orientation and ability to interact professionally with residents and guests.
The organization offers 80 hours of paid time off, holiday pay, and parking reimbursement, supporting work-life balance and reducing commuting costs. Team members work in a modern, well-maintained facility with up-to-date systems and technology, gaining valuable experience in contemporary building operations while contributing to a high-quality experience for residents and guests.
The role is based in a modern, technologically advanced facility with contemporary building systems and equipment. The typical schedule follows either Tuesday through Saturday or Sunday through Thursday, with shifts from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM or 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The technician primarily works at one location but is expected to drive between two nearby facilities when needed and will be cross-trained to support both sites. Work involves regular use of hand tools, iPads, and computerized work order systems in a customer-facing environment such as hotels or apartment-style properties. The setting includes rooftop HVAC units, VAV boxes, and other modern mechanical systems, and the role requires frequent lifting of items over 50 pounds and moving throughout the building and grounds to perform maintenance tasks.
This is a Contract position based out of Washington, DC.
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.
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)
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Aerotek\u00AE Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. 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.

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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.