Facilities Maintenance & Custodial Technician

Blount Partnership; Tennessee; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

RELYANT in Maryville, TN, seeks a dependable Facilities Maintenance & Custodial Technician to support daily maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of our facilities. The ideal candidate will have 1–2 years of experience in building maintenance or custodial work and can work independently while prioritizing tasks and maintaining a clean, safe environment for employees and visitors.

Responsibilities include routine maintenance and minor repairs, HVAC preventative tasks, custodial

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–2 years in building maintenance or custodial work preferred.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and drywall repairs.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and safe chemical handling.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic maintenance issues and work independently.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills with dependable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and minor repairs (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, drywall).
• Maintain doors, locks, fixtures, furniture, and general building components.
• Assist with preventative maintenance of HVAC and other building systems.
• Clean and sanitize offices, restrooms, breakrooms, hallways, and common areas.
• Perform floor care and periodic deep cleaning.
• Identify hazards and coordinate with contractors as needed.
• Maintain inventories of tools and cleaning supplies.
• Respond to maintenance requests and document completed work.
• Ensure safety policies and PPE usage.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Time-management

Dependable attendance

Independent work

Prioritize tasks

Troubleshooting basic issues

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

We are seeking a dependable, hardworking, and detail-oriented Facilities Maintenance & Custodial Technician to support the daily maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of our facilities.

The ideal candidate will have experience performing general building maintenance, minor repairs, custodial services, and preventative maintenance tasks. This position requires an individual who can work independently, prioritize assignments, identify maintenance concerns, and maintain a clean, safe, and professional environment for employees, visitors, and customers.

Responsibilities

Building Maintenance & Repairs

• Perform routine building maintenance, inspections, and minor repairs, including basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and drywall work.
• Maintain doors, locks, fixtures, furniture, and general building components.
• Assist with preventative maintenance of HVAC and other building systems.
• Maintain building exteriors, walkways, and surrounding areas.
• Identify and report major repair needs and assist with facility setup and equipment relocation.
• Coordinate higher level repairs and maintenance with external contractors.
• Provide escort service for contractors working on site

Custodial & Janitorial Services

• Clean and sanitize offices, restrooms, breakrooms, hallways, and common areas.
• Perform sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, trash removal, and general floor care.
• Clean windows, fixtures, and surfaces while maintaining restroom and cleaning supplies.
• Perform periodic deep cleaning and maintain organized storage and custodial areas.

Preventative Maintenance & Facility Support

• Conduct routine facility inspections and complete scheduled preventative maintenance tasks.
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, and maintenance concerns.
• Maintain inventories of tools, cleaning supplies, and maintenance materials.
• Respond to maintenance requests, document completed work, and support general facility operations.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and established maintenance procedures.
• Properly handle and store chemicals, tools, and equipment while utilizing required PPE.
• Maintain safe working conditions, clear emergency exits, and promptly report hazards.

Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in building maintenance, custodial services, or related work preferred.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general building repairs.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures, sanitation practices, and safe chemical handling.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic maintenance issues and work independently.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills with dependable attendance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in commercial or industrial facility maintenance and preventative maintenance.
• Familiarity with HVAC, plumbing, lighting, and general building systems.
• Experience operating commercial cleaning equipment and maintaining safety documentation.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive physical tasks.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to safely operate tools, ladders, and cleaning equipment.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

RELYANT is a Veteran Owned Business with our Global headquarters located in Maryville, TN. Established in 2006, we specialize in Horizontal and Vertical Construction, Contingency Operations, Training, Military Munitions Response (MMR) and Environmental Services, and Global Stability Operations. We provide our quality services across the Americas, INDO-PACOM, the Middle East, Europe, Africa and Asia. RELYANT is unique in our ability to work successfully in any environment, whether it be populated, remote, austere or contingency.

* All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any other consideration made unlawful by Federal, State, or Local Laws.

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