Facilities Maintenance Technician

Orthopaedic Associates of Maine; Portland (ME); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Orthopaedic Associates of Maine is seeking an HVAC Facilities Technician to keep clinical and ambulatory surgery facilities safe and operating efficiently.

The role combines HVAC and boiler maintenance with general facilities support, preventive maintenance, and coordination with outside service providers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical HVAC training preferred.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting commercial HVAC equipment, boilers, and building systems.
• Maine Stationary Steam Engineer license and Maine Propane/Natural Gas Technician license appropriate to the assigned equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain HVAC systems including rooftop units, air-handling equipment, exhaust fans, and ductless systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance such as filter changes, belt replacements, coil cleaning, and system inspections.
• Operate and maintain high-pressure steam boilers supporting sterile processing and facility operations.
• Coordinate annual boiler inspections and ensure all required certifications remain current.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance programs, inspections, and certification requirements for facility equipment and systems.

Skills

HVAC systems

Boiler maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Facilities coordination

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical HVAC training

Maine Stationary Steam Engineer license

Maine Propane and Natural Gas Technician license

Job description

# Facilities Maintenance TechnicianPortland, ME - Portland, ME 04102## OverviewSalary Range$68,000.00 - $88,000.00 Salary/year## Description#### **HVAC Facilities Technician** Schedule**:** Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8-hour shifts. Occasional on-call and weekend overtime may be required. About the Role: **Orthopaedic Associates of Maine** is seeking an **HVAC Facilities Technician** to help keep our clinical and ambulatory surgery facilities safe, comfortable, and operating efficiently. This hands-on position combines HVAC and boiler maintenance with general facilities support, preventive maintenance, and coordination with outside service providers.#### The ideal candidate has strong mechanical skills, takes a proactive approach to maintenance, and understands how reliable building systems support patient care. What You'll Do: **HVAC and Mechanical Systems*** Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain HVAC systems, including rooftop units, air-handling equipment, exhaust fans, and ductless systems.* Perform preventive maintenance such as filter changes, belt replacements, coil cleaning, and system inspections to ensure optimal performance.* Support critical environmental systems for surgical and clinical spaces, maintaining reliable temperature, airflow, and air quality standards.**Boiler Operations and Maintenance*** Operate and maintain high-pressure steam boilers that support sterile processing and facility operations.* Complete routine boiler maintenance, inspections, testing, and blowdowns in accordance with safety and regulatory requirements.* Coordinate annual inspections and ensure all required certifications and licenses remain current.**General Facilities Maintenance*** Perform routine building maintenance, including lighting, utility monitoring, medical gas checks, and equipment upkeep.* Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment by supporting waste removal and service area maintenance.* Troubleshoot and repair facility-related issues to minimize operational disruptions across multiple locations.**Inspections, Vendors, and Building Access*** Coordinate preventive maintenance programs, inspections, and certification requirements for facility equipment and systems.* Manage relationships with vendors and contractors, ensuring timely completion of repairs and service requests.* Support building security and access control systems, including employee badges, door schedules, and system troubleshooting.**Operational Support*** Receive, distribute, and organize incoming deliveries and supplies throughout the facility.* Coordinate maintenance activities with clinic and surgery center staff to minimize impact on patient care.* Participate in on-call coverage and respond to urgent facility, equipment, and building maintenance needs.## Qualifications#### What You'll Bring:* High school diploma or equivalent; **technical training in HVAC**, mechanical systems, or a related trade preferred.* Experience maintaining and troubleshooting commercial HVAC equipment, boilers, and building systems.* **Maine Stationary Steam Engineer license** and **Maine Propane and Natural Gas Technician license** appropriate to the assigned equipment and responsibilities.* Healthcare or ambulatory surgery facility maintenance experience preferred.* Ability to follow preventive maintenance schedules, identify equipment problems, and determine when outside service is needed.* Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.* Ability to work independently, prioritize competing needs, and collaborate with clinical and administrative teams.* Ability to travel between practice locations and participate in scheduled on-call coverageWhy Orthopaedic Associates of Maine? Your work will help maintain the facilities and systems our patients and care teams depend on every day. If you enjoy hands-on problem-solving and take pride in keeping equipment running reliably, we encourage you to apply.