Facilities Technician: Hands-On Maintenance & Impact

Veteran's Place; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Place is seeking a dedicated Facilities Maintenance Technician to support the day-to-day upkeep of its campus, including offices, housing units, common areas, and grounds. You will work closely with the Facilities Manager to ensure spaces remain safe, functional, and welcoming for veterans, staff, volunteers, and visitors.

The ideal candidate is dependable, self-motivated, and skilled in general building maintenance with strong problem-solving and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical or vocational training in maintenance, construction, HVAC, electrical, or plumbing preferred.
• Minimum of two years in building maintenance or facilities maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to buildings, offices, apartments, and housing units.
• Complete work orders in a timely and professional manner.
• Repair drywall, doors, locks, windows, flooring, cabinetry, and other building components.
• Perform basic plumbing repairs, including faucets, toilets, drains, and fixtures.
• Perform minor electrical repairs such as replacing outlets, switches, lighting fixtures, and bulbs.
• Complete basic carpentry and painting projects.
• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, equipment, and grounds.
• Perform preventative maintenance on facility systems and equipment.
• Maintain maintenance logs and report significant repair needs to the Facilities Manager.
• Maintain sidewalks, parking areas, and exterior common spaces.
• Assist with seasonal maintenance, including snow removal, salting, and debris cleanup.
• Coordinate basic landscaping and exterior upkeep.
• Prepare apartments and transitional housing units for new residents.
• Complete repairs, painting, cleaning coordination, and inspections prior to occupancy.
• Ensure units meet Veterans Place quality and safety standards.
• Assist contractors while on-site.
• Receive deliveries and verify materials.
• Help coordinate scheduled maintenance and repair projects.
• Communicate maintenance concerns to the Facilities Manager.
• Ensure facilities remain compliant with health and safety standards.
• Identify potential safety hazards and correct them when appropriate.
• Respond to maintenance emergencies during scheduled work hours.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Maintain maintenance tools and equipment.
• Assist with tracking maintenance supplies and inventory.
• Notify the Facilities Manager when supplies require replenishment.

Skills

General carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical systems

Drywall repair

Painting

HVAC troubleshooting

Power tools

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or vocational training in maintenance or related field

Tools

OSHA 10 certification

Job description

Veterans Place is seeking a dedicated Facilities Maintenance Technician to support the day-to-day upkeep of its campus, including offices, housing units, common areas, and grounds. You will work closely with the Facilities Manager to ensure spaces remain safe, functional, and welcoming for veterans, staff, volunteers, and visitors.

The ideal candidate is dependable, self-motivated, and skilled in general building maintenance with strong problem-solving and customer service skills.