Facility Maintenance Handy-Person

Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Technician

The Facilities Maintenance Technician supports the safe, efficient operation of a healthcare facility by performing a wide range of maintenance, repair, and preventative tasks. This role focuses on minor electrical and plumbing work, building and grounds upkeep, and general handyman duties to ensure a clean, functional, and comfortable environment for staff and patients.

Conduct daily walkthroughs of hospital grounds and interior areas to assess the condition of functional systems, identify malfunctions, and determine needed repairs.

Perform minor electrical maintenance, including replacing lightbulbs, removing and installing general light fixtures, and ensuring proper operation of basic electrical components.

Carry out minor plumbing maintenance such as repairing or replacing leaks in drains and faucets, unclogging drains, and replacing drain hoses on washers and similar devices.

Complete minor building and facilities repairs, including adjusting doors, fitting locks and handles, and addressing basic carpentry needs.

Perform preventative maintenance tasks throughout the facility and document findings, observations, and completed work to support ongoing building upkeep.

Reconfigure, install, position, and remount office furniture and workspace elements, such as furniture, wall panels, work surfaces, storage bins, lighting, and file cabinets, to accommodate user needs and optimize office space.

Use appropriate hand tools and equipment to safely and efficiently complete maintenance and repair tasks.

Order parts and materials as needed for maintenance work and maintain required documents, records, and logs related to repairs and preventative maintenance.

Support hospital staff by responding to maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.

Perform other work-related duties as assigned to ensure the facility remains safe, functional, and well maintained.

1–2 years of experience as a maintenance helper, maintenance technician, or in a similar facilities maintenance role.

• Hands-on experience with general maintenance repair in a building or facility setting.
• Practical plumbing skills for minor maintenance, including leak repairs, drain unclogging, and replacement of hoses and related components.
• Basic electrical maintenance skills, such as replacing lightbulbs and installing or removing general light fixtures.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance tasks and accurately document issues, actions taken, and follow-up needs.
• Proficiency using common hand tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Capability to reconfigure and install office furniture and workspace elements to meet user requirements.
• Strong attention to detail in identifying facility issues during walkthroughs and inspections.
• Experience in facility maintenance within a hospital or healthcare environment.

Experience in building maintenance, handyman or handymen services, or facility maintenance roles.

Comfort working in a mental health treatment facility and maintaining professionalism in a clinical setting.

Ability to organize and maintain records, work orders, and documentation for parts and repairs.

Good communication skills to coordinate with staff and report maintenance needs or safety concerns.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize multiple maintenance tasks.

Willingness to perform a variety of minor duties as needed to support overall facility operations.

This opportunity offers a contract-to-hire path, providing stability and long-term potential for growth within a supportive healthcare environment. You will work a consistent weekday schedule, allowing for predictable work-life balance while contributing to a mission-driven organization focused on patient care and well-being.

This role is based in a healthcare facility that provides mental health treatment, where maintaining a safe, clean, and functional environment is a top priority. The schedule is Monday through Friday, typically from 8:00 a.m. offering daytime hours in a structured setting. Work is performed throughout the hospital building and grounds, using standard hand tools and equipment to complete maintenance tasks. The environment requires professionalism, respect for patients and staff, and adherence to facility protocols and safety procedures.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

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)

Application Deadline

Aerotek® 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.

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.

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.