Mechanical Facilities Technician

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary: $21-$28/HR DOE $30-$33/HR

Position Summary

The Mechanical Facilities Technician ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all
building systems across a clinic, a community center, and an office building. This includes HVAC/R,
mechanical systems, plumbing, basic electrical, life-safety, BAS controls, preventive maintenance,
and vehicle fleet responsibilities.

Mechanical & HVAC/R Systems

• Operate, maintain, diagnose, and repair HVAC systems including RTUs, heat pumps, boilers, chillers, air handlers, and hydronic systems.
  
• Replace filters, belts, bearings, sensors; calibrate thermostats and BAS setpoints.
• Monitor and adjust BAS for comfort, efficiency, and indoor air quality.

Plumbing Systems

• Maintain and repair fixtures, drains, pumps, traps, water heaters, and backflow devices.
• Identify and repair leaks; clear clogs; support hot water system performance.

Electrical & Controls

• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting within qualification limits.
• Replace lamps, ballasts, drivers, switches, and outlets.
• Maintain emergency/egress lighting and support low-voltage systems.

Life-Safety & Compliance

• Conduct safety rounds and document inspections.
• Test fire alarms, extinguishers, eyewash/showers, AEDs, and emergency lighting.
• Support clinical regulatory readiness and maintain required documentation.

General Facility Maintenance

• Perform carpentry, flooring repair, painting, drywall patching, and door adjustments.
• Maintain mechanical rooms and perform seasonal snow/ice response.

CMMS & Documentation

• Use CMMS to track work orders, PM schedules, parts, and asset history.
• Communicate timelines, impacts, and follow-ups clearly with staff.
  

Vendor & Project Support

• Coordinate with contractors; verify scope and work quality.
• Assist with retrofits, equipment installs, and energy improvements.

Vehicle Fleet Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on fleet vehicles (fluids, tires, lights, belts, hoses).
• Manage vehicle check-in/check-out documentation.
• Record mileage for each trip and maintain logs.
• Track service intervals and schedule maintenance.
• Verify insurance/registration and required safety equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of mechanical/facilities experience.
• Knowledge of HVAC/R, plumbing, electrical and building systems.
• Ability to read schematics and O&M manuals.
• CMMS/BAS experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license
• ability to lift 50lbs.
• Preferred: EPA 608 experience, trade school certificate.