Facilities Maintenance Technician

ABM Industries; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ABM Industries in San Francisco is seeking a Maintenance Lead to troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and install HVAC and related equipment, coordinating day-to-day projects to meet contractual commitments.

The role requires hands-on maintenance skills, clear communication with facility teams, and the ability to escalate issues promptly while ensuring a safe, clean, and client-ready environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a facility management or similar environment.
• Basic knowledge of general maintenance tasks and hand tools.
• Familiarity with work order systems (Corrigo, ServiceNow, or similar).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with facility managers, engineers, contractors, and vendors.
• Customer-focused mindset and commitment to meeting SLAs.

Responsibilities

• Perform general handyman tasks (patch and paint walls, replace tiles, basic carpentry).
• Conduct basic plumbing repairs (unclog sinks, replace fixtures).
• Support engineering teams (HVAC filter changes, lighting maintenance, stocking supplies).
• Engage with occupants regarding repairs and ticket updates.
• Escort vendors and assist with event setup and moves.
• Respond promptly to emergencies, spills, leaks, hazards, and other urgent conditions.
• Assess problems, troubleshoot equipment, and take corrective action.
• Escalate issues with clear details and recommended next steps.
• Help with housekeeping and general facility needs as required.
• Maintain tools and workspaces in a clean, orderly condition.

Skills

General maintenance

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Corrigo

ServiceNow

Job description

Overview

Pay:

$28/HR +DOE

The pay listed is the hourly/salary rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on the applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

Benefit Information:

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit Annual Benefits-Staff and Management

The Maintenance Lead troubleshoots, repairs, maintains, and installs HVAC and related equipment as assigned, and assumes day-to-day coordination of specific agreements or projects as assigned to ensure contractual commitments are met in a timely, cost-effective manner.

Shift: Wednesday to Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Plus OT as needed)

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform general handyman tasks (patch and paint walls, install corner guards and kick plates, replace ceiling tiles, basic carpentry repairs and/or repair or replace carpet, hang/install pictures, electronics, and anchors, door repairs, exterior pressure washing).
• Conduct basic plumbing repairs (unclog sinks/toilets, replace flush sensors, faucets).
• Support engineering team (HVAC filter replacement, lighting maintenance, inventory management and restocking supplies).
• Engage with building occupants regarding repairs and ticket updates.
• Escort vendors and assist with event setup/furniture moves as needed.
• Responding promptly to facility emergencies, spills, leaks, hazards, and other urgent conditions.
• Assessing problems, troubleshooting equipment or facility issues, and taking appropriate corrective action within the scope of the role.
• Escalating issues with clear details, recommended next steps, and a sense of urgency when additional support is required.
• Supporting emergency cleanup and recovery efforts to restore safe operations.
• Completing work orders accurately, safely, and within established service expectations.
• Performing routine inspections and addressing concerns before they become larger operational issues.
• Assisting with housekeeping, cleanup, and general facility needs when additional support is required.
• Maintaining tools, equipment, mechanical spaces, storage areas, and work zones in a clean and orderly condition.
• Coordinating with facility leaders, vendors, and other teams to resolve issues efficiently.
• Communicating status, risks, delays, and completed work clearly and promptly.
• Taking ownership of issues from identification through resolution rather than assuming they belong to someone else.
• Identifying recurring problems and recommending improvements that increase safety, reliability, efficiency, or service quality.
• Supporting a safe, clean, reliable, and client-ready environment at all times.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar environment or facility management setting.
• Basic knowledge of general maintenance tasks and hand tools.
• Familiarity with work order systems (Corrigo, ServiceNow, or similar).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with facility managers, engineers, contractors, and vendors.
• Customer-focused mindset and commitment to meeting service level agreements (SLAs).

REQNUMBER: 167089

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