Facilities Maintenance Technician Entry Level
Santa Clarita, CA - USA
Job Summary
Details:
Entry-Level Facilities Maintenance Technician
Location: Santa Clarita CA
Payrate:$30 - $45/hr DOE
Environment: Indoor & outdoor work; exposure to varying temperatures noise and industrial conditions; may involve working at heights in confined spaces or around mechanical systems
About the Role
We are seeking motivated hands-on Entry-Level Facilities Maintenance Technicians to support the upkeep safety and daily operation of our facility. This role is ideal for individuals who take initiative enjoy problemsolving and want to grow their skills in facility operations maintenance and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
General Maintenance & Repairs
- Perform routine maintenance tasks including plumbing repairs drywall patching painting and basic electrical work
- Support facility upkeep through cleaning repairs and labor-intensive tasks such as furniture moves and deployments
- Safely lift carry and move materials up to 50 lbs
Preventative Maintenance & Operations
- Assist in coordinating preventative maintenance programs for building systems and equipment
- Utilize Building Management Systems (BMS) to monitor facility operations
- Maintain accurate records of work performed system updates and maintenance logs
Vendor & Procurement Support
- Create and manage purchase orders
- Coordinate with external vendors and contractors for larger repair or maintenance projects
Safety Compliance & Emergency Response
- Ensure compliance with safety standards building codes and regulatory requirements
- Assist with handling and awareness of hazardous materials following proper guidelines
- Respond to maintenance requests promptly and professionally
- Support emergency repairs and be available for overtime or weekend work as needed
Details:
Must-Have Qualifications
- 1-2 years of experience in facilities maintenance construction or a related hands-on field (or equivalent practical experience)
- Basic knowledge of:
- Plumbing systems
- HVAC systems
- Drywall repair
- Electrical systems
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Outlook Word)
- Experience with-or willingness to learn-Building Management Systems (BMS)
- Strong work ethic and comfort performing physically demanding tasks
- Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Experience creating purchase orders and coordinating with vendors
- Exposure to facility compliance safety standards or regulatory requirements
- Basic understanding of hazardous material handling
- Willingness to operate heavy equipment such as forklifts aerial lifts and scissor lifts
- Trade school or technical certification is a plus but not required
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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