Maintenance Technician I

EMCOR Facilities Services; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

EMCOR Facilities Services is seeking a Facilities Specialist to operate, maintain, and improve building systems across commercial, industrial, and manufacturing environments. You will deliver preventive maintenance, monitor BAS and utility performance, and coordinate with vendors while balancing hands-on tasks with planning and project support.

You will apply technical expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and controls, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable facility operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
• At least 4 years in facilities maintenance, building operations, or related technical roles.
• Valid driver’s license; forklift and JLG/aerial lift certifications or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot facility utility and building systems including HVAC equipment, electrical distribution, plumbing, BAS, and fire protection.
• Conduct regular rounds and inspections to ensure operational reliability and prevent downtime.
• Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs; maintain procedures and inspection routes.
• Monitor BAS alarms and system performance; optimize energy use and system efficacy.
• Document maintenance activities in CMMS and keep accurate records for audit readiness.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical distribution

Plumbing systems

BAS

Fire protection systems

Mechanical equipment

Utility infrastructure

Troubleshooting

Root-cause analysis

Predictive maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Technical trade school certification

Post-secondary education in facilities management (desirable)

Tools

CMMS software

Work order management

Microsoft Office

BAS platforms

Alarm management systems

Job description

From commercial office space and manufacturing to multi‑site retail portfolios, we manage and support over 1 billion square feet of facilities space for the nation’s leading organizations. We provide comprehensive facility services ranging from mechanical maintenance and self‑performed, site‑based operations to energy‑efficiency upgrades and supplier‑managed interior/exterior maintenance.

Job Summary

The Facilities Specialist is responsible for the operation, maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement of building systems, utilities, and facility infrastructure within commercial, industrial, laboratory, or manufacturing environments. This role provides technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, controls, fire protection, utility, and Building Automation System (BAS) operations to ensure facility systems perform safely, efficiently, and reliably. The Facilities Specialist develops and executes preventive and predictive maintenance programs, monitors equipment performance, leads troubleshooting and repair efforts, manages vendor activities, and supports capital projects and facility upgrades. The role requires a highly skilled and self‑motivated professional capable of balancing hands‑on maintenance responsibilities with technical planning, project coordination, and operational support.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Facility Operations & System Reliability – Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot facility utility and building systems including HVAC equipment and controls, electrical distribution systems, plumbing systems, fire protection systems, lighting systems, BAS, and compressed air systems.
• Utility infrastructure – Conduct regular shift rounds and facility inspections to identify issues, verify equipment performance, and maintain operational reliability. Monitor equipment conditions and take corrective actions to prevent failures and unplanned downtime. Support business continuity through proactive maintenance and responsiveness to operational concerns.
• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance – Develop, execute, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs. Create and maintain maintenance procedures, inspection routes, and equipment‑specific task lists. Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and opportunities for reliability improvements. Recommend maintenance strategy modifications to optimize asset lifecycle performance and reduce maintenance costs. Ensure timely execution and completion of assigned preventive maintenance activities.
• Building Automation Systems & Utility Monitoring – Monitor and respond to BAS alarms and system notifications. Evaluate equipment operational trends and optimize system performance. Monitor utility consumption, including electricity, water, natural gas, compressed air, steam, and heating systems (where applicable), and identify opportunities for energy conservation, sustainability improvements, and operational efficiencies. Recommend initiatives to reduce operating costs while maintaining system reliability.
• CMMS Administration & Documentation – Document maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and findings within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Analyze maintenance history and recommend updates to preventive maintenance programs and equipment records. Maintain accurate technical documentation including equipment specifications, maintenance histories, P&IDs, single‑line electrical diagrams, calibration records, operating procedures, and preventive maintenance schedules. Ensure facility records remain current, organized, and audit‑ready.

Qualifications

Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Technical trade school certification, vocational education, apprenticeship training, or related post‑secondary education preferred. Additional coursework in facilities management, engineering technology, building systems, or industrial maintenance is highly desirable.

Business Experience
Minimum of four (4) years of experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, utility systems, industrial maintenance, or related technical roles. Experience supporting commercial, industrial, life sciences, manufacturing, healthcare, or institutional facilities preferred. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and practical maintenance experience may be considered.

Licenses & Certifications
Valid driver’s license required. Forklift Operator Certification required or ability to obtain. JLG/Aerial Lift Certification required or ability to obtain. Additional trade certifications or technical credentials are a plus.

Language Skills
Ability to read, understand, and interpret safety procedures, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, blueprints, diagrams, and work orders. Ability to prepare routine reports, maintenance documentation, and professional correspondence. Ability to effectively communicate with customers, coworkers, and management.

Technical Qualifications & Skills

• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical distribution, plumbing systems, BAS, fire protection systems, mechanical equipment, and utility infrastructure.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, electrical diagrams, P&IDs, technical manuals, and equipment specifications.
• Experience using CMMS software and work order management systems. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Experience with BAS platforms, alarm management systems, and facility monitoring software.
• Ability to utilize hand tools, power tools, electrical testing equipment, and mechanical diagnostic instruments. Strong troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis skills. Understanding of maintenance planning, reliability principles, and predictive maintenance concepts.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; explosives; risk of radiation and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. Veterans and disabled applicants are encouraged to apply.