Building Maintenance Technician I

Job Description

Department of Enterprise Asset Management

Building Maintenance Technician I

Posting Expires:
April 16, 2026

Salary Range: $42,582 - $54,000/annually

This position will be based at the Atlanta Detention Center.

The purpose of this job is to perform semi‑skilled work functions associated with general maintenance of assigned facilities. Duties include but are not limited to repairing and maintaining facilities and equipment; performing general construction, repair, and installation tasks; performing basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, masonry, landscaping, and other tasks. On call for after‑hour facility emergencies.

• Perform general maintenance, repair, and installation tasks such as installing/repairing doors, changing bulbs, locks, fences, basic plumbing duties, changing plumbing fixtures; repairing gutters/down–spouts and roof leaks; assembling furniture or equipment; hanging pictures, blinds, event setups/breakdowns, and moving furniture.
• Perform exterior facility grounds/landscaping tasks and exterior facility pressure washing.
• Provide assistance to other positions as needed.
• Communicate effectively with co‑workers and other employees concerning work orders, problems, requests for assistance, and emergency situations.
• Communicate with supervisor any problems that arise; accept supervisory instruction and direction.
• Plan and organize daily work orders; establish priorities for the completion of work in accordance with needs.
• Estimate expected time of completion of work assignments with the ability to prioritize accordingly.
• Plan and prepare for special projects monthly.
• Prepare checklist and perform routine preventative maintenance on buildings and equipment as needed.
• Clean and maintain equipment and supplies; assist in cleaning and maintaining workshop area.

• Strong service/quality attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and achieve effective time management.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment with competing priorities and meet established goals and objectives.
• Sense of urgency & ability to meet deadlines; self‑directed.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Must have familiarity with work order systems.
• Must be able to use technology for work order processing.
• Must be able to be on‑call 24/7 and available for after‑hour emergencies.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three (3) years of building repairs and maintenance, carpentry, or trade proficiency in basic plumbing, simple electrical, carpentry, drywall, tile, flooring, and painting.

• Building Operators Certification (BOC)
• Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) Certification
• International Facility Management Association (IFMA) Certification
• HVAC Certification

Valid Georgia Driver's License.

Frequent standing & walking; occasional sitting; carrying objects up to 50 lbs. The ability to lift 50 pounds and to bend, kneel, stoop, and twist is frequently required.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship.

If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.