Facilities Maintenance Technician

Job Summary:

The Mechanical Facilities Technician ensures safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all building systems across a clinic, a community center, and an office building. This includes HVAC/ R, mechanical systems, plumbing, basic electrical, life-safety, BAS controls, preventive maintenance, and vehicle fleet responsibilities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Mechanical & HVAC/R Systems

• Operate, maintain, diagnose, and repair HVAC systems including RTUs, heat pumps, boilers, chillers, air handlers, and hydronic systems.


• Replace filters, belts, bearings, sensors; calibrate thermostats and BAS setpoints.


• Monitor and adjust BAS for comfort, efficiency, and indoor air quality.

Plumbing Systems

• Maintain and repair fixtures, drains, pumps, traps, water heaters, and backflow devices.


• Identify and repair leaks; clear clogs; support hot water system performance.

Electrical & Controls

• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting within qualification limits.


• Replace lamps, ballasts, drivers, switches, and outlets.


• Maintain emergency/egress lighting and support low-voltage systems.

Life-Safety & Compliance

• Conduct safety rounds and document inspections.


• Test fire alarms, extinguishers, eyewash/showers, AEDs, and emergency lighting.


• Support clinical regulatory readiness and maintain required documentation.

General Facility Maintenance

• Perform carpentry, flooring repair, painting, drywall patching, and door adjustments.


• Maintain mechanical rooms and perform seasonal snow/ice response.

CMMS & Documentation

• Use CMMS to track work orders, PM schedules, parts, and asset history.


• Communicate timelines, impacts, and follow-ups clearly with staff.

Vendor & Project Support

• Coordinate with contractors; verify scope and work quality.


• Assist with retrofits, equipment installs, and energy improvements.

Vehicle Fleet Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on fleet vehicles (fluids, tires, lights, belts, hoses).


• Manage vehicle check-in/check-out documentation.


• Record mileage for each trip and maintain logs.


• Track service intervals and schedule maintenance.


• Verify insurance/registration and required safety equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Mechanical/facilities experience is desirable and willing to train the right person.


• Knowledge of HVAC/R, plumbing, electrical and building systems is desirable and willing to train the right person.


• Ability to attain a 3rd class boilers license within 1 year (365 days).


• Ability to read schematics and O&M manuals.


• CMMS/BAS experience preferred but not necessary.


• Valid driver's license


• Ability to lift 50lbs.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Incumbent must move, stand, bend, or kneel on an intermittent basis.


• Frequently sit, with continuous full use of hands, repetitive movement, keyboarding, and clear vision, as well as speak and hear normal conversation. 


• Requires high attention to detail with frequent deadlines, and internal and external social interaction.


• Work hours are generally Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM, but may include early morning and/or evening meetings and events.