Facilities Technician

Aerotek; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an Entry-Level Facilities Technician in Seattle, WA. This contract-to-hire role is ideal for mechanically inclined candidates who want hands-on training and growth in facilities maintenance.

Primary duties include preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting, and collaborating with a team to support two local sites in South Lake Union and Pioneer Square. You’ll learn building systems, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general repairs while developing hands-on skills and

Qualifications

• Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Must be able to lift 100+ lbs.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Experience with hand tools or hands-on work is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preventative maintenance of buildings, equipment, and grounds.
• Learn to troubleshoot and repair basic mechanical and electrical issues.
• Assist with general maintenance, including plumbing, painting, lighting, and building repairs.
• Perform routine inspections and identify maintenance concerns.
• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely manner.
• Provide professional customer service when interacting with residents, guests, and staff.
• Communicate effectively with the maintenance team through verbal, written, and email communication.
• Learn facility systems and maintenance procedures through hands-on training.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Lifting 100+ lbs

Communication

Willing to learn

Job description

Job Title: Entry-Level Facilities Technician

We are looking for a dependable, mechanically inclined individual who is interested in starting or growing a career in facilities maintenance. This is an entry-level position, and we are willing to train the right person. Extensive facilities or building maintenance experience is not required.

The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys working with their hands, has basic mechanical aptitude , is comfortable troubleshooting problems, and is eager to learn. Experience using hand tools, performing mechanical work, construction, assembly, automotive work, general labor, or similar hands‑on work would be helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preventative maintenance of buildings, equipment, and grounds.
• Learn to troubleshoot and repair basic mechanical and electrical issues.
• Assist with general maintenance, including plumbing, painting, lighting, and building repairs.
• Perform routine inspections and identify maintenance concerns.
• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely manner.
• Provide professional customer service when interacting with residents, guests, and staff.
• Communicate effectively with the maintenance team through verbal, written, and email communication.
• Learn facility systems and maintenance procedures through hands‑on training.

What We're Looking For

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn are the biggest requirements.
• Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Comfortable working with hand tools and performing hands‑on work.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic mechanical problems.
• Reliable and able to work independently as training progresses.
• Comfortable lifting 100+ lbs.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Open to learning building maintenance, mechanical systems, electrical repairs, plumbing, painting, lighting, HVAC, and VAV systems.

Schedule & Locations

• Primary shift: Monday-Friday, 1:00 PM-11:00 PM
• Must have some flexibility for weekend work and first shift ( 7:00 AM-3:00 PM ).
• Work is performed at two locations in South Lake Union and Pioneer Square , approximately 2 miles apart.
• The position does not require entering occupied hotel rooms.

This is a great entry-level opportunity for someone mechanically inclined who wants to get into facilities maintenance. They are willing to train, so you don't need to come in knowing HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or every aspect of building maintenance. They're mainly looking for someone who is dependable, has good mechanical aptitude, likes working with their hands, and is willing to learn.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.