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Facilities Maintenance Technician
Job in
Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California, 94301, USA
Listed on 2026-10-17
Listing for:
Aerotek
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-17
Job specializations:
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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.
- 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.
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.
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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