Facilities Maintenance Technician - Direct Hire

Facilities Maintenance Technician

Full-Time | $32–$37/Hour | 40 Hours Per Week

Location: Brighton and Bushnells Basin areas
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, with overtime and occasional after-hours or weekend work as needed
Compensation: $32–$37 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Reports To: Facilities Supervisor

Position Overview

We are seeking a dependable and hands-on Facilities Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance and daily operations of a portfolio of commercial office properties in the Brighton and Pittsford areas. This role is responsible for maintaining building systems, addressing tenant service requests, coordinating with outside vendors, and ensuring that properties remain safe, clean, professional, and well-maintained.

The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, has a strong eye for detail, and understands the importance of providing responsive, high-quality service to tenants. This is a hands-on position that requires the ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues, prioritize multiple tasks, and work both independently and collaboratively with the facilities and property management teams.

Key Responsibilities

- Maintenance and Repairs: Troubleshoot and address routine HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general building maintenance issues. Complete repairs independently when appropriate and coordinate outside service providers for more complex needs.

- Tenant Service and Support: Respond to tenant maintenance requests promptly, communicate updates, and ensure service issues are resolved efficiently and professionally.

- Building Inspections: Conduct routine property inspections and walkthroughs to identify maintenance needs, including damaged ceiling tiles, lighting issues, and other items requiring repair or replacement.

- Vendor and Contractor Coordination: Assist vendors and contractors with property access, ongoing projects, inspections, and repairs. Monitor work quality and ensure completed work meets established standards.

- Property Appearance and Upkeep: Maintain the cleanliness and presentation of building entrances, lobbies, common restrooms, sidewalks, parking areas, landscaped spaces, and other shared areas.

- Life Safety and Preventive Maintenance: Inspect and maintain emergency lighting and other building safety equipment. Complete recurring maintenance tasks and assist with scheduled inspections in accordance with established maintenance plans.

- Project Support: Assist with special projects, renovations, tenant buildouts, and punch-list completion to ensure spaces are properly maintained and ready for occupancy.

- Inventory and Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate records of keys, equipment, supplies, maintenance activities, and storage inventories.

- Cost Estimates and Repairs: Obtain estimates for repair work, replacement materials, and maintenance projects as needed.

- Groundskeeping and Seasonal Maintenance: Assist with landscaping, seasonal plantings, weeding, raking, and snow and ice removal, including shoveling and salting walkways when necessary.

- Facility Organization: Keep maintenance storage areas, mechanical rooms, supply closets, and warehouse spaces clean, organized, and properly stocked.

- Team Collaboration: Communicate service updates and building needs to the property management team, participate in regular team meetings, and provide backup coverage for other maintenance staff.

- Perform additional duties as needed to support the overall operation and upkeep of the properties.

Qualifications

- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.

- Previous experience in commercial property maintenance, facilities maintenance, or building operations preferred.

- Working knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and general maintenance techniques.

- Basic troubleshooting skills involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and general building repairs.

- Valid New York State driver's license and reliable transportation.

- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds without assistance.

- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, email, and internet applications.

- Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to interact professionally with tenants, vendors, and team members.

- Self-motivated, dependable, and proactive, with a strong attention to detail.

- Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize competing tasks, and maintain a high standard of work.

- Comfortable working independently while also contributing to a collaborative team environment.

- Willingness to participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation or emergency response coverage , as required.

- Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends, or other nontraditional hours to support emergencies and special projects.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who takes ownership of their work and understands that well-maintained properties and responsive service make a difference in the tenant experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a practical, service-oriented maintenance professional who enjoys variety in their day, solving problems, and keeping commercial properties operating at their best.