Facilities Maintenance Technician

Job Title:
Facilities Maintenance Technician
Job Description

As a Facilities Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for responding to and troubleshooting work orders related to doors and hardware, restrooms and sinks, lighting and basic electrical issues, general plumbing, and basic HVAC troubleshooting. You will perform general facility repairs, including painting, patching, and minor carpentry, while ordering materials and maintaining inventory as needed. Your role includes navigating large indoor buildings using a golf cart to access various office and lab areas, supporting day-to-day operations in a high-activity commercial environment with technical equipment, and following established processes and safety procedures.

• Respond to and troubleshoot work orders involving doors, hardware, restrooms, sinks, lighting, basic electrical issues, plumbing, and HVAC.
• Perform general facility repairs, including painting, patching, and minor carpentry.
• Order materials and maintain inventory as needed.
• Navigate large indoor buildings using a golf cart to access various office and lab areas.
• Support day-to-day operations in a commercial environment with high activity and technical equipment.
• Follow established processes and safety procedures.

• 5+ years of facilities maintenance experience within a commercial/manufacturing setting.
• Light fixture replacement experience.
• Basic HVAC knowledge (e.g., swapping air filters).
• Preventive maintenance skills.
• Troubleshooting a wide range of building systems and general maintenance issues.
• Strong communication skills and ability to prioritize work orders.

• Experience working in lab environments is a strong plus.
• Comfortable working independently across large buildings and multiple sites.
• Willingness to perform hands‑on tasks including plumbing fixes, painting, patching, and general repairs.

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan options, life insurance, and short and long‑term disability insurance. Benefit from a Health Spending Account (HSA), transportation benefits, and an Employee Assistance Program. Time off options include PTO, vacation, or sick leave, contributing to a balanced work‑life environment.

Work in large, modern indoor facilities with office and lab spaces located in Palo Alto. This robotics‑focused environment features high‑tech equipment, with transportation between buildings facilitated by golf carts. Choose from various shift options, including Wed–Sun or Mon–Fri, with flexibility in hours.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Palo Alto, CA.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 21, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.