Facilities Technician

Aerotek

Springfield, MA, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Real Estate

Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: Facilities Technician

Job Description

The Facilities Technician supports the maintenance team by performing a wide range of repair, upkeep, and improvement tasks across an industrial manufacturing facility and associated office spaces. This role focuses on flooring, drywall, carpentry, painting, and general facility maintenance to ensure all areas remain safe, functional, and well-presented. Safety is a core priority, and the technician follows established procedures and best practices while working throughout multiple buildings on the property.

Responsibilities

Support the maintenance team with day-to-day facility upkeep and repair activities across the industrial facility and office spaces.
Perform flooring work including tile and carpet repair, replacement, and installation in various areas of the property.
Complete drywall and sheetrock tasks such as framing, hanging, taping, and repairing holes or damaged sections of walls.
Carry out carpentry tasks, including minor construction, framing, and structural repairs as needed throughout the facility.
Handle painting projects, including touch-ups, full wall repainting, and minor aesthetic improvements to maintain a clean and professional appearance.
Assist with minor plumbing tasks and basic facility-related repairs within scope of the maintenance team.
Perform dock-level maintenance and repairs as needed to keep loading and unloading areas safe and operational.
Move furniture and equipment as required to support facility changes, office moves, and workspace reconfigurations.
Provide general facility maintenance support, including sweeping, cleaning, wiping down surfaces, and minor lawn care.
Assist with snow removal and shoveling in the winter to maintain safe walkways and access points around the property.
Conduct preventive maintenance tasks on facility components and equipment as directed by the maintenance team.
Use hand tools and hand power tools safely and effectively to complete maintenance and repair tasks.
Follow all safety procedures and guidelines, including lockout/tagout practices where applicable, to ensure a safe working environment.
Collaborate with other maintenance team members and communicate issues or needs promptly to keep facilities in optimal condition.
Coordinate with external mechanical and electrical contractors when needed, without performing HVAC or electrical work directly.

Essential Skills

Hands-on experience with painting, including wall preparation and finishing.
Proficiency in drywall and sheetrock repair, including patching holes and restoring wall surfaces.
Carpentry skills for minor construction, framing, and structural repairs.
Ability to perform flooring work such as tile and carpet repair and replacement.
Experience with general facility maintenance and repair tasks in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Comfort using hand tools and hand power tools safely and effectively.
Understanding of basic preventive maintenance practices for facilities.
Strong safety awareness and commitment to following safety procedures, including familiarity with lockout/tagout concepts.
Capability to perform minor plumbing tasks within a facilities maintenance setting.
Physical ability to move furniture, perform cleaning tasks, and handle outdoor work such as lawn care and snow removal.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Prior industrial or manufacturing facility experience is highly beneficial.
Previous exposure to lockout/tagout procedures is a strong plus.
Experience with dock level maintenance and repair is an advantage.
Ability to operate forklifts, cranes, or scissor lifts is a plus but not required.
Facilities maintenance and general building upkeep.
Comfort working across multiple buildings and adapting to changing maintenance needs.

Why Work Here?

This role offers a long-term opportunity to become a trusted part of a dedicated maintenance team, providing meaningful support that directly improves the safety, functionality, and appearance of the facilities. You will gain broad exposure to different types of maintenance work across multiple buildings, develop practical skills, and work in an environment that values reliability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

The position is based within a manufacturing facility that includes both industrial production areas and office spaces. The Facilities Technician supports all seven buildings on the property, moving between locations as maintenance needs arise. Work involves indoor and outdoor tasks, including lawn care and snow removal during winter months. The role requires regular use of hand tools and hand power tools, and may occasionally involve working around material-handling equipment such as forklifts, cranes, and scissor lifts operated by others. The environment emphasizes strict adherence to safety protocols and procedures, and the technician works as part of a collaborative maintenance team focused on keeping the entire site clean, safe, and well-maintained.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Agawam, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Agawam,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 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.