Job Title: Maintenance TechnicianJob DescriptionThis role is a hands-on Maintenance Technician position supporting a 280,000-square-foot, 174-bed hospital facility. You will perform a wide range of electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs, respond to work orders through a computerized maintenance management system, and assist with preventive and building systems maintenance to keep the hospital operating safely and efficiently, including during 2nd shift hours.
Responsibilities
- Perform electrical repairs, including removal and replacement of switches, ballasts, motors, and motor controls.
- Carry out plumbing work such as clearing drains, repairing and replacing fixtures, rodding, and cleaning as assigned.
- Complete minor carpentry tasks, including installation and repair of doors, shelving, locks, and other building components as needed.
- Use a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to receive, document, and close work orders in a timely and accurate manner.
- Perform preventive maintenance on facility systems and equipment to minimize downtime and extend asset life.
- Support facilities and building maintenance activities across the hospital, ensuring a safe, functional, and well-maintained environment.
- Assist with boiler maintenance and demonstrate knowledge of boiler operations to support reliable building services.
- Work with and monitor the building management system (BMS) to help maintain proper building performance and comfort.
- Respond to maintenance requests and issues during 2nd shift, providing prompt and effective troubleshooting and repair.
- Remain available for on-call needs and arrive on site within a reasonable timeframe to address urgent facility issues.
Essential Skills
- 35 years of commercial maintenance experience, preferably in a facilities or building maintenance setting.
- Proficiency in electrical work, including troubleshooting and repairing switches, ballasts, motors, and motor controls.
- Strong plumbing skills, including working on drains, fixtures, rodding, and general plumbing repairs.
- Competence in minor carpentry, including installation and repair of doors, shelving, locks, and related building elements.
- Experience and comfort working 2nd shift in a busy facility environment.
- Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues across multiple trades and perform effective repairs.
- Knowledge of boiler operations and basic boiler maintenance practices.
- Understanding of how a building management system (BMS) functions and how it is used to control building systems.
- Familiarity with CMMS work order systems and preventive maintenance processes.
- Ability to live within approximately one hour of the hospital to support timely on-call response.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with facilities maintenance in a hospital or healthcare environment is a strong plus.
- Broad skill set as a versatile technician, with proficiency in plumbing, electrical, and carpentry more than mechanical or HVAC.
- Experience with building maintenance and facility operations in large commercial properties.
- Comfort working with boiler systems and building automation or management systems.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple work orders efficiently in a CMMS environment.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities across different building systems.
Why Work Here?Employees benefit from practical conveniences such as free parking and an onsite cafeteria, making daily life easier and more cost-effective. Working in a large hospital environment offers stable, meaningful work that directly supports patient care and community health. The role provides exposure to a wide range of building systems and maintenance tasks, supporting professional growth and skill development within a collaborative facilities team. Work EnvironmentThe position is based in a 280,000-square-foot hospital with 174 beds, providing a dynamic, fast-paced environment where reliability and responsiveness are essential. You will work with a variety of building systems, including boilers and a building management system (BMS), and use a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to manage work orders and preventive maintenance. The role involves 2nd shift work and on-call responsibilities, requiring timely response to facility issues. The hospital setting emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and professionalism in day-to-day operations. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boston, MA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $27.00 - $31.00/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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boston, MA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Boston,MA.
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.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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