Facility Maintenance

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWhat does a Facility Maintenance Technician do?

Facility Maintenance Technicians typically work for apartment complexes, college campuses, office buildings and other commercial buildings like hotels or retail stores. They use their knowledge of plumbing, construction and electrical work to maintain a functional building for residents, workers and other individuals. Their job is to work closely with other Building Maintenance Technicians to respond to maintenance requests for clogged drains, leaking vents or damaged walls. They may also complete maintenance work to the exterior of a facility, including painting, replacing windows or making repairs to A/C condensers.

Facility Maintenance Technician skills and qualifications

A Facility Maintenance Technician needs to have the following skills in order to effectively manage a building and keep a property in good condition:

• Construction skills such as carpentry, painting, masonry, plumbing, roofing and welding
• Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills for fixing maintenance issues
• Administrative skills for ordering supplies, handling records and scheduling maintenance
• Physical strength and dexterity to lift, move and handle equipment
• Stamina to deal with long hours standing or walking
• Strong verbal and written communication for discussing maintenance issues
• Ability to work in extreme hot or cold conditions
• Organizational and time management skills

Facility Maintenance Technician duties and responsibilities

One of the main goals of a Building Maintenance Technician is responding to maintenance requests and handling any necessary repairs, such as fixing flooring, drywall, plaster and painting. Some of their typical daily duties include:

• Performing quality checks on HVAC, air conditioning, plumbing and electrical systems
• Checking and responding to security and safety issues
• Testing and recommending new maintenance products
• Coordinating deliveries from vendors and suppliers
• Keeping documents of inspections and problems
• Keeping an inventory of cleaning and repair supplies
• Training junior staff, if applicable

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