Facilities Technician: 24/7 Maintenance Pro + Strong Benefits

gategroup; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401k with company match

Company sponsored life insurance

Medical, dental, vision plans

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

Life, accident, hospital plans

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter benefits

Employee Discounts

Weekly pay for union employees

Free hot healthy meals

Job summary

gategroup is seeking a motivated Facilities Maintenance Technician to support a 24/7 operations network across multiple locations. The role covers mechanical, electrical, life-safety systems, and facility upkeep, including coordinating contractors and ensuring safe, quality work.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of related experience, with knowledge of electrical/plumbing systems and the ability to obtain required airport badges.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Requires at least 2 years of related experience.
• Working knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems.
• Must pass company welding testing.
• Sheet metal mechanic certification/experience.
• Ability to obtain Airport Transport Authority badge (and customs seal if required).
• Clear written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedules, oversees and may assist assigned contractors ensuring safety, quality and cleanliness of work performed.
• Escorts contractors in critical areas when required.
• Performs building repairs including drywall, paint, wall coverings, ceiling tile and grid, carpet and tile flooring, door and hardware.
• Performs plumbing repairs including faucets, sinks, urinals, toilets, drains and valves.
• Performs exterior repairs including irrigation, signs, fence, roof and metal siding.
• Performs daily site inspections of facilities and mechanical equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance to building systems and equipment; creates equipment check sheets.
• Provides reports to Maintenance Coordinator about problems found.
• Repairs HVAC systems including boilers, a/c units, VAV boxes, fans, controls and filters.
• Performs electrical repairs including lamps, ballasts, switches, receptacles and motor wiring; installs circuits.
• Manages work requests, maintains inventory of tools and supplies; creates online purchase orders.
• Manages office furniture moves and reconfigurations.

Skills

Communication

Electrical

Plumbing

Welding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Sheet metal

Welding

Airport badge eligibility

Customs seal eligibility

Job description

gategroup is seeking a motivated Facilities Maintenance Technician to support a 24/7 operations network across multiple locations. The role covers mechanical, electrical, life-safety systems, and facility upkeep, including coordinating contractors and ensuring safe, quality work.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of related experience, with knowledge of electrical/plumbing systems and the ability to obtain required airport badges.