Facility Maintenance Assistant

Jobtailor; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Facility Technician to perform routine inspections and rounds across laboratories, kitchens, and common areas. You will monitor environmental conditions, address facility issues, and support preventive maintenance of mechanical and life-safety systems.

Ideal candidates have CMMS experience, a valid drivers license, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. This on-site role emphasizes organization, customer service, and collaboration with maintenance teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• Experience using CMMS or work order systems.
• Valid drivers license.
• Ability to perform general maintenance in a commercial or laboratory setting.
• Strong organizational and customer service skills.
• Experience supporting lab operations or facility rounds.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and access storage/mechanical areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine facility inspections and daily rounds across building areas to ensure cleanliness and proper operation.
• Conduct scheduled lab rounds to monitor environmental conditions and report issues impacting lab operations.
• Maintain and support facility equipment and infrastructure, including basic troubleshooting of HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Assist with preventive maintenance on mechanical, plumbing, fire and life safety systems and controls.
• Respond to service requests and work orders via the CMMS system (RAM – Blue Mountain).
• Clean, stock, and restock common areas including kitchenettes and shared workspaces.

Skills

CMMS experience

Valid drivers license

Lifts 50 lbs

Organizational skills

Customer service

Laboratory operations support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Equivalent experience

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform routine facility inspections and daily rounds throughout the building including laboratories, kitchens, conference rooms, reception areas, and common spaces to ensure cleanliness, organization, and proper operation
• Conduct scheduled lab rounds to monitor environmental conditions, identify facility‑related issues, and report concerns impacting laboratory operations
• Maintain and support facility equipment and infrastructure, including basic troubleshooting and reporting issues related to HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems
• Assist with preventive maintenance activities on mechanical, plumbing, fire and life safety, and control systems
• Respond to and complete assigned service requests and work orders through the facility CMMS system (RAM – Blue Mountain)
• Clean, maintain, and restock common areas including kitchenettes, cafeteria refrigerators, and shared workspaces
• Assist with conference room setup and breakdown for meetings and site events
• Support furniture assembly, office moves, and workspace installations as required
• Perform minor facility repairs such as lighting replacements, minor equipment adjustments, and general building upkeep
• Monitor facility conditions including temperature comfort levels, air quality indicators, and general building functionality
• Coordinate with maintenance staff, janitorial teams, and external vendors to ensure facility services are completed effectively
• Maintain inventory of facility supplies and assist with ordering and organization of materials
• Provide support during facility inspections, operational needs, or emergency situations as required

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or work order systems
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to perform general maintenance and facility support tasks in a commercial or laboratory environment
• Strong organizational and customer service skills
• Experience supporting laboratory operations or performing facility/lab rounds
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in various facility areas including storage spaces and mechanical rooms