Facilities Technician

Aerotek

Spokane, WA, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Real Estate

Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: Facilities Technician

Job Description

The Facilities Technician maintains and supports a modern aircraft hangar and associated office spaces by performing general maintenance, cleaning, and basic repair tasks. This role combines hands-on work with hand tools, facility upkeep, and direct support for aircraft operations and maintenance activities in a dynamic hangar environment.

Responsibilities

Perform daily upkeep and maintenance of equipment and work areas throughout the hangar and attached facilities.
Use hand tools to complete basic mechanical tasks, minor repairs, and general maintenance projects.
Clean and maintain woodworking rooms, hangar workshops, classrooms, and paint rooms, including sweeping, wiping surfaces, and removing trash.
Handle cleaning supplies safely and dispose of materials and waste in accordance with facility procedures.
Run errands to obtain gas, repair materials, and cleaning supplies as needed to support operations.
Assist with unloading equipment on aircraft and help build supports to secure aircraft assemblies in place.
Support main office areas by performing standard maintenance work, fixing minor issues, and assembling office furniture.
Inspect and maintain common areas such as bathrooms and lunchrooms to ensure cleanliness and readiness for use.
Move vehicles within the hangar when needed to support staging and operational requirements.
Start each day by working through a hangar checklist, including moving and staging equipment, sweeping, emptying trash bins, and wiping down surfaces.
Build and store crates and other storage solutions to support aircraft operations and maintenance projects.
Replace lights and perform basic building maintenance tasks such as repairing doors and windows.
Assist with aircraft ballast removal, replacement, and storage as directed by the operations or maintenance team.
Retrieve and organize tools and equipment to support aircraft maintenance activities.
Perform painting and touch-up work in hangar and facility areas as required.
Climb ladders and operate scissor lifts safely to access elevated work areas and complete maintenance tasks.
Adapt to a variety of assignments throughout the day, supporting both aircraft operations and general facility upkeep.
Follow safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.

Essential Skills

Experience using basic hand tools for general maintenance, repair, or construction tasks.
Ability to perform cleaning and general labor tasks, including sweeping, trash removal, and surface cleaning.
Comfort working in hangar and outdoor environments with variable weather and temperature conditions.
Ability to climb ladders and safely operate scissor lifts to reach elevated work areas.
Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to perform hands-on maintenance and repair tasks.
Reliability and flexibility to start shifts as early as 5:00 a.m. or 6:00 a.m. when needed, while maintaining a full 8-hour workday.
Strong willingness to learn and build a long-term career in facilities maintenance and support.
Physical ability to walk, climb stairs, and remain on feet for most of the day in a large facility.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in facilities maintenance, construction, carpentry, or general labor environments.
Familiarity with painting, including surface preparation and basic finishing work.
Experience working with tools and equipment commonly used in maintenance and repair settings.
Comfort working around aircraft operations and maintenance activities.
Ability to follow checklists and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, operational environment.
Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining clean, orderly workspaces.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Spokane, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Spokane,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

\nCompany Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.