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Facilities Maintenance Technician

Job in Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California, 94301, USA
Listing for: Aerotek
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-17
Job specializations:
  • Maintenance/Cleaning
    Building Maintenance, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer, Facility Maintenance
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Building Maintenance, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Facilities Maintenance Technician

The Facilities Maintenance Technician supports a large, modern commercial campus by responding to and troubleshooting a wide range of facility-related work orders. This role focuses on maintaining building systems, resolving general maintenance issues, and supporting day-to-day operations in office and lab spaces with high activity and technical equipment. The technician works independently across multiple buildings, ensuring a safe, functional, and well-maintained environment for all occupants.

Responsibilities
  • Respond to and troubleshoot work orders related to doors and hardware, restrooms and sinks, lighting, and basic electrical issues.
  • Perform general plumbing tasks, including identifying and resolving common plumbing problems in a commercial setting.
  • Conduct basic HVAC troubleshooting, including tasks such as swapping air filters and performing preventive maintenance activities.
  • Carry out general facility repairs, including painting, patching drywall, and performing minor carpentry work.
  • Support day-to-day operations in busy commercial and lab environments, ensuring building systems and spaces remain functional and safe.
  • Order materials and maintain appropriate inventory levels to support ongoing maintenance and repair activities.
  • Navigate large indoor buildings using a golf cart to access various office and lab areas efficiently.
  • Follow established processes, safety procedures, and facility maintenance best practices at all times.
  • Troubleshoot a wide range of building systems and general maintenance issues with minimal supervision.
  • Prioritize and manage multiple work orders effectively while maintaining clear communication with stakeholders.
  • Perform hands-on tasks in industrial and robotics-focused areas, including plumbing fixes, painting, patching, and general repairs.
  • Collaborate with other maintenance and operations personnel as needed to support facility-wide reliability and uptime.
Essential Skills
  • At least 5 years of facilities maintenance experience in a commercial or manufacturing environment.
  • Demonstrated commercial facilities maintenance background, with no reliance on apartment or residential experience.
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot a wide range of building systems and general maintenance issues.
  • Hands-on experience with light fixture replacement and basic lighting and electrical troubleshooting.
  • Basic HVAC knowledge, including swapping air filters and performing routine preventive maintenance tasks.
  • Experience performing plumbing repairs in a commercial setting.
  • Ability to perform general facility repairs such as painting, drywall patching, and minor carpentry.
  • Comfort working independently across large buildings and multiple sites.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly document and prioritize work orders.
  • Willingness and ability to perform hands-on, physical maintenance tasks on a daily basis.
Additional

Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience working in lab environments is a strong plus.
  • Background in industrial or robotics-focused facilities is beneficial.
  • Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and maintenance technician practices.
  • Ability to safely operate a golf cart or similar vehicle for transportation between buildings.
  • Strong organizational skills to manage materials, inventory, and multiple concurrent tasks.
  • Comfort working mid-shift, swing shift, or later-shift schedules as required by facility operations.
  • Adaptability to work across different types of spaces, including offices, labs, and industrial areas.
Why Work Here?

This role offers access to a comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, that supports your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Depending on your classification and length of…

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