Facilities Maintenance Technician

Capital-Area-Food-Bank; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Shuttle to metro

Job summary

Capital Area Food Bank in the Washington DC area is seeking a Warehouse Facilities Maintenance Technician to perform preventive, routine, and emergency maintenance across CAFB warehouse sites. You will collaborate with the Facilities Manager, vendors, and leadership to keep HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and storage systems safe and compliant.

The role supports safety audits, maintains documentation, and schedules preventive tasks.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of facility maintenance experience in a warehouse, industrial, or food service environment.
• Technical or trade school Certification preferred.
• Experience with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical systems required.
• Forklift certification or ability to become certified within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, dock equipment).
• Inspect and maintain warehouse racking, doors, conveyors, and material handling systems.
• Manage temperature monitoring, refrigeration units, freezer/cooler doors.
• Conduct safety inspections of fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, signage, and barriers.
• Maintain documentation for audits and compliance (AIB, TEFAP).
• Support minor construction, installation, and space reconfiguration projects.
• Collaborate with vendors and warehouse teams to minimize downtime.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Blueprints-reading

Building-codes-OSHA

Communication

Independent-work

MS-Office

BMS-CMMS

Education

Technical or trade school Certification

Tools

CMMS software

Building Management System (BMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Organization:It is an exciting time at the Capital Area Food Bank (CAFB) as we continue to undertake our mission. We know that creating long-term solutions to food security requires more than meals. It requires education, training, and collaboration. We are seeking people with strong ideas and a passion to come together to address the complex interrelated issues of food security, poverty, and equity. We are expanding in multiple ways: providing food for today and addressing the root causes of hunger by partnering with organizations that provide critical services like job training programs, health care and education. Food has the power to transform lives and move everyone forward. Find out how on our website at capitalareafoodbank.org. Let us discuss how food is at the center of everyone's healthy life!Description:The Warehouse Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a wide range of preventive, routine, and emergency maintenance tasks to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all Capital Area Food Bank (CAFB) warehouse facilities and equipment. This position supports daily operations across multiple CAFB sites (DC and NOVA) and works closely with the Facilities Manager, vendors, and warehouse leadership to maintain compliance with AIB, OSHA, and CAFB safety standards.Essential Functions:Facility Maintenance & RepairsPerform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, dock equipment, lighting, and building structure.Inspect and maintain warehouse racking, doors, conveyors, and other material handling systems.Respond promptly to facility-related work orders, ensuring issues are diagnosed, prioritized, and resolved efficiently.Support setup, maintenance, and inspection of refrigeration units, freezer/cooler doors, and temperature monitoring systems.Monitor and maintain building systems through CAFB’s Building Management System (BMS) and temperature logs.Equipment & Safety ComplianceConduct routine inspections of warehouse and facility safety systems including fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, exit signage, and safety barriers.Partner with vendors for fire suppression, pest control, HVAC, and security system maintenance.Maintain documentation for AIB, TEFAP, and internal compliance audits.Assist with facility readiness for safety audits and regulatory inspections.Preventive Maintenance & SchedulingSupport execution of preventive maintenance schedules for all facility systems and material handling equipment.Record maintenance activity, parts usage, and equipment downtime within the CAFB tracking system.Identify and escalate potential maintenance risks or trends to the Facilities Manager.Operational SupportAssist with minor construction, assembly, and installation projects (e.g., shelving, painting, signage, etc.).Support event setup, warehouse space reconfiguration, and special projects as assigned.Collaborate with warehouse and transportation teams to minimize operational downtime during maintenance activities.Other duties assignedRequirements:Education & ExperienceMinimum 3–5 years of facility maintenance experience in a warehouse, industrial, or food service environment.Technical or trade school Certification preferred.Experience with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical systems required.Forklift certification or ability to become certified within 30 days of hireSkills & CompetenciesStrong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and mechanical aptitude.Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.Working knowledge of building codes, OSHA, and safety best practices.Effective communication and teamwork skills.Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, BMS systems, and CMMS software preferred.Preferred Qualifications:HVAC, Plumbing and Facilities CertificationsOther Skills and Abilities:Safety & Compliance Mindset – Maintains a strong focus on workplace safety and regulatory compliance.Accountability – Takes ownership for timely and high-quality maintenance results.Collaboration – Works effectively with cross-functional teams and external vendors.Continuous Improvement – Proactively identifies opportunities to improve facility performance and reliability.Customer Service Orientation – Supports internal stakeholders with professionalism and urgency.Physical Demands & Working ConditionsWarehouse setting with occasional outdoor exposureWork environment includes operating forklifts and pallet jacksFrequent exposure to cooler and freezer temperaturesReporting:Facilities ManagerCompensation:$58,900 to 64,500/annuallySchedule:Regular work hours are Monday through Friday from 8am – 5pm, with weekends or extended hours for special eventsOn-Call (Weekends)NOTE: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.We Offer: At Capital Area Food Bank, we understand that great people make a great organization. We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits including competitive compensation and benefits, free onsite parking, complimentary shuttle to metro (DC), professional development, growth, and fun work in a diverse environment