Corporate Facilities Technician​/Handyman

Location: Palo Alto, CA (
* Local candidate only – Onsite)

Pay rate: $40–42/hr (Weekly pay + Medical Benefits)

Long term Ongoing contract – no end date (Based on performance)

Full-time M–F (8am–5pm – flexible if you want to start later or earlier)

Our client is passionate about building software that solves problems. They partner with the most important institutions in the world to transform how they use data and technology. Their software has been used to stop terrorist attacks, discover new medicines, gain an edge in global financial markets, and more. They are a public American company that specializes in software platforms for big data analytics.

The company facilitates machine-assisted and human-driven data analysis.

• Performance of ongoing preventive and repair response work orders on facility mechanical, electrical, and other installed systems, equipment, and other components.
• Basic understanding in-house for different sectors of the office including HVAC.
• Oversee and manage the maintenance, operation, and repair of all HVAC systems (or coordinate with vendors for repairs) which include –associated equipment, electrical distribution equipment, plumbing systems, building interior/exterior repairs, and related grounds as it pertains to assigned buildings
• Perform assigned facility inspections and due diligence efforts, reporting on as-found conditions impacting satisfactory client occupancy and operations.
• Manage and monitor ticketing and work order systems, utilizing CMMS technology
• Maintain relationships with vendors; schedule, manage, and support vendors working onsite.
• Support onsite events with setup, execution, and reset of all event-related tasks.
• Comply with all safety procedures, maintaining good housekeeping and safety of work areas. Recognize danger and safety hazards and propose methods to eliminate them.
• Maintain compliance with State, County, or City Ordinances, Codes, or Laws.
• Must be willing and able to support after-hours building-related activities as required.
• Support other tasks related to the success of mission‑critical business operations.

• Attention to detail with a discerning eye for excellence.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills. A focus on effective teamwork, with the capability to thrive in an autonomous environment.
• Project management abilities including planning, timeline tracking, implementation, and communication across teams. Ability to prioritize and execute against several competing tasks and projects.
• Willingness and ability to be on‑call to address critical incidents as and when they arise. #gowhereyoureneededmost

• High school Diploma or GED
• 3+ years working in a corporate office or hospitality environment as a Facilities Maintenance Engineer (not residential)
• Must have experience supporting facilities duties in a corporate office or hospitality setting; residential experience alone will not qualify
• Requires experience working very closely with vendors, including managing vendors, communicating with vendors, and having knowledge of local vendors
• Experience or knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical equipment repair and maintenance (examples include fixing faucet leaks, adjusting doors, changing light bulbs, replacing HVAC filters, and performing basic office repairs); must be hands‑on
• Bonus:
  Experience with ticketing systems and work orders or the ability to learn and complete ticket‑based work orders
• Some knowledge of building management systems, including thermostats (ability to adjust settings and perform basic troubleshooting)
• Requires basic computer skills – able to use MS Word and comfortable working on a computer
• Must have excellent communication skills; a people person who enjoys working with others and maintaining strong relationships with vendors
• Must be able to lift up to 80 lbs. and climb ladders up to 30 ft.
• Ability to perform on‑call duties and occasional overtime as required (emergencies only; approximately one Saturday per month if urgent)