Facilities Technician - Multi-Skilled Maintenance & On-Call

MCPHS; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

MCPHS is seeking a Facilities Technician to support operations, maintenance, and repairs across the University’s buildings and grounds, with light HVAC work. The role involves an 8-hour shift within a 40-hour work week, and overtime may be required.

Responsibilities include general maintenance, room setups, carpentry, and basic repairs to doors, electrical and plumbing systems, along with assisting in snow removal and office moves. Strong teamwork and multitasking are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Basic knowledge of building systems (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical).
• Basic carpentry skills and knowledge of building materials.
• Ability to use hand tools.
• Basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with peers.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Must read and communicate in English; follow written and verbal instructions.
• Occasional off-hours and weekend work may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance including painting.
• Complete facilities work and room set-ups initiated by faculty, staff, and students.
• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain building systems and facilities.
• Assist with small-scale carpentry projects.
• Repair and replace doors, hardware, and basic locksmith tasks.
• Perform light electrical repairs to appliances, fixtures and switches.
• Perform light plumbing repairs to water and sewage systems including replacement of fittings and clearing stoppages.
• Park cars.
• Repair and replace glass, tile, screens, locks, and drapes.
• Assist in snow and ice removal as needed.
• Assist in small office moves.
• Carry out preventative maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergencies.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned by supervisor.

Skills

HVAC basics

Carpentry

Electrical basics

Plumbing basics

Hand tools

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

English communication

Pressure management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

MCPHS is seeking a Facilities Technician to support operations, maintenance, and repairs across the University’s buildings and grounds, with light HVAC work. The role involves an 8-hour shift within a 40-hour work week, and overtime may be required.

Responsibilities include general maintenance, room setups, carpentry, and basic repairs to doors, electrical and plumbing systems, along with assisting in snow removal and office moves. Strong teamwork and multitasking are essential.