Facilities Maintenance Technician- Building Engineer ($20,000 Sign- On Bonus)

United Airlines; San Francisco (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading airline as a Facilities Maintenance Technician- Building Engineer. In this full-time role, you will maintain and repair building systems to ensure operational readiness. The position offers a competitive hourly rate, a sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits, including medical and flight privileges. We seek an entry-level candidate with 24 months of relevant experience in electrical and mechanical systems.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) and pension

Flight privileges

Union membership required

Qualifications

• At least 24 months of experience in electrical, HVAC, mechanical, or plumbing.
• Valid, clean driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building maintenance with emphasis on electrical systems.
• Read and follow wiring schematics and execute industrial wiring tasks.
• Make low and high voltage repairs to electrical equipment.

Skills

Proficiency with tools

Troubleshooting electronics

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

Facilities Maintenance Technician- Building Engineer ($20,000 Sign-On Bonus)

Join us as a Facilities Maintenance Technician- Building Engineer at United Airlines. This full-time role offers a $20,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.

About the Role

Our Technical Operations team ensures our aircraft are well maintained and ready to fly. As a Facilities Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing building systems, including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and related equipment, to support our operations and aircraft readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general building maintenance, with emphasis on electrical systems including AC & DC circuits, high voltage (480V), and high amperage equipment.
• Read and follow wiring schematics; execute industrial wiring tasks independently.
• Make low and high voltage repairs to electrical equipment and systems.
• Maintain related building systems such as air handling units, fire systems, and conveyors.
• Work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays, outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Operate within union guidelines as represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT).

Qualifications

• At least 24 months of experience in electrical (including 480V 3-phase), structural, HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, or PLC controls.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to work in various environments, including outdoor and elevated areas.
• Valid, clean driver’s license.
• Proficiency with tools, data entry, and troubleshooting electronics is a plus.

Additional Information

• Starting pay is $38.23 per hour.
• Position is eligible for profit sharing.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), pension, and flight privileges.
• Union membership required within 90 days of employment; union dues and initiation fees apply.
• This job is actively recruiting; application process is ongoing.

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Contact [e-mail] for assistance.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Airlines and Aviation