Facilities Maintenance Technician II - Facilities Section

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Department of Transportation seeks a Facilities Maintenance Technician II for the Taunton location. The role involves diverse crafts including welding, metal work, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC tasks, with supervision of helpers and coordination of stock materials.

MassDOT emphasizes adherence to safety standards and ability to read plans while performing repairs, fabrications, and equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of welding practices, methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of welding equipment and safety procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, blueprints, and drawings.
• Knowledge of metal work techniques and tools.
• Ability to supervise and direct helpers on major projects.
• Ability to plan, organize, and assemble/repair equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist daily District Facilities Unit activities and stockroom management.
• Monitor work crews for compliance with engineering principles and standards.
• Obtain materials and tools from stock as required.
• Read instructions and maintenance manuals; diagnose root causes of malfunctions.
• Prepare reports on materials, time spent, and equipment usage.
• Perform skilled fabrication and repair of motors, pumps, and related equipment.
• Respond to emergencies 24/7 as needed.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Welding knowledge

Welding equipment operation

Reading blueprints

Metal work skills

Ability to read plans and drawings

Safety practices

Ability to supervise less skilled

Job description

Facilities Maintenance Technician II - Facilities Section (260004TQ)

Position Summary

Incumbents of this position perform a wide variety of maintenance tasks and repairs to facilities utilizing knowledge and skill in at least one of the major crafts such as carpentry, masonry, sign making, plumbing, hearing, electrical, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (H.V.A.C.) or pipefitter; and utilizing experience below the journeyman level in several of the other crafts.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists with the daily activities of the District Facilities Unit including related stockroom management activities and utilizing various software applications.
• Monitors activities of work crews involved in repair work for compliance with sound engineering principles and practices and contractual standards.
• Receives specific assignments and obtains materials and special tools from stock as required.
• Uses all standard and special tools required of primary craft and all standard tools required of other crafts as necessary.
• When performing work: a. Reads and interprets written instructions, diagrams and maintenance manuals. b. Investigates building equipment or structures to identify causes of breakdown or malfunction and repair. c. Plans and organizes work to be performed and verifies that all necessary materials and parts are available. d. Constructs, assembles, repairs and/or adjusts building maintenance equipment. e. Instructs and directs less skilled workers who have been assigned to assist in major projects. f. Reports breakdowns, deterioration or malfunction of building equipment as noted during inspections and may recommend remedial action and/or the use of new materials and equipment.
• Performs diversified building and grounds maintenance work below the journeyman level when not engaged in work of primary craft.
• Prepares reports on materials, equipment and time spent on various maintenance projects.
• Performs skilled fabrication and repairs to motors, pumps, grates, floors and all other equipment with minimal supervision.
• Operates snow removal equipment such as snow blowers and shovels, operates snow plowing and sanding equipment if qualified and licensed; participates in the random DOT Drug & Alcohol testing pool when applicable.
• Available 24/7 to respond to emergencies outside of standard business hours.
• Performs related duties as required.

Preferred Qualifications

Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver's license (CDL), Class B Class 1D Hoisting License - Forklift

Qualifications Required at Hire

• Knowledge of the standard practice, methods, and techniques of welding.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of equipment used in welding.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures followed in welding.
• Knowledge of the standard practices, methods, and techniques of metal work.
• Knowledge of types and uses of materials used in metal work.
• Knowledge of the characteristics and properties of various metals used in metal work.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of equipment used in metal work such as rollers, benders, etc.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of safety and/or climbing equipment such as scaffolds, ladders, rigging etc.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of small handheld tools such as hammers, saws, screwdrivers, chisels, drills, etc.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of small measurement devices such as calipers, levels, rulers, steel squares, etc.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of handheld power tools such as saws, power drills, power hammers, etc.
• Skill in operation of welding equipment.
• Skill in using small hand tools such as hammers, saws, screwdrivers, chisels, drills, etc.
• Skill in using small measurement devices such as calipers, levels, rulers, steel squares, gauges, etc.
• Skill in using handheld power tools such as power saws, power drills, power hammers, etc.
• Skill in the use of equipment of equipment used in metal work such as rollers, benders, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as plans, blueprints, drawings, etc.

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees ofMassachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT)take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s inclusive culture and career opportunities can be found atmass.gov/massdot-careers.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Special Requirements

I. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Construction Supervisors License issued by the Massachusetts Office of Public Safety and Inspections;

II. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Refrigeration Technician - H.V.A.C. issued by the Massachusetts Office of Public Safety and Inspections;

III. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Pipefitter - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Office of Public Safety and Inspections;

IV. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Oil Burner Technician - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services;

V. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Sprinkler Fitter - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters;

VI. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Electrician - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians;

VII. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Plumber - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters;

VIII. A Massachusetts Department of Transportation Welder Qualification Test Record and the Welder Qualification Certificate (Green Card) is required for field welders.

Incumbents must possess a current, valid Class D vehicle operator's license that is maintained in good standing, or an equivalent license from the state in which s/he resides.

• For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team [e-mail].
• For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722.
• For a disability-related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADACoordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857-274-1935.

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

An Equal Opportunity / Affi ...

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion,color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, orany other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, andPersons of Color (BIPOC) may self‐select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the jobrequirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for thisrole.

Official Title

Facilities Maint Tech II

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Taunton-1000 County Street

Job

Equipment, Facilities & Services

Agency

Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Aug 28, 2026, 2:37:48 PM

Number of Openings

1

Salary

69,558.84 - 98,867.86 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affine... questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Derrick Mann - 8573688541

Bargaining Unit : DOT

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No