General Maintenance Worker

Facility Services Management Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Facility Services Management Inc. seeks an experienced General Maintenance Technician to support maintenance and repair operations within healthcare facilities at JBSA Lackland and surrounding locations.

The role requires practical, hands-on ability across painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electrical work, and general facility upkeep. The successful candidate will perform routine building maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure safe, compliant patient-care environments.

Qualifications

• Three years of healthcare facilities maintenance experience or equivalent
• Journeyman card/state certification or DD214/industry credential
• Must read/write/speak English
• Must be able to obtain JBSA installation access (NACI)

Responsibilities

• Replaces belts and filters on air handling units.
• Patches holes in walls/ceilings with plaster/compound.
• Repairs; replaces sinks, water coolers, toilets.
• Paints structures and equipment.
• Repairs concrete floors, steps and sidewalks.
• Inspects/repairs damaged interior surfaces.
• Maintains equipment and machinery.
• Follows safety/accident prevention plan and documents work.
• Pass background check and obtain JBSA access.
• Work in occupied patient-care areas per ICRA/PCRA.
• Document labor hours/materials in the maintenance system.
• Do minor plumbing/electrical tasks; refer licensed work when needed.
• Support Joint Commission safety requirements.

Skills

Painting

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical work

Masonry

General maintenance

English proficiency

Multi-trade

Tools

DMLSS-FM/LogiCole

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and dependable General Maintenance Technician to support maintenance and repair operations within the healthcare facilities. The General Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a variety of building maintenance and repair activities requiring practical knowledge and hands‑on experience in multiple trades, including painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, electrical work, and general facility maintenance. The ideal candidate will have experience working in healthcare facilities, demonstrate strong troubleshooting and repair skills, and understand the importance of maintaining safe, functional, and compliant environments in active patient‑care facilities.

Job Summary

This position performs general maintenance and repair of equipment and buildings within the healthcare facilities of the 59th Medical Wing (JBSA-Lackland, Randolph AFB, and outlying facilities), requiring practical skill and knowledge in such trades as painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, and electrical work.

Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Replaces belts and filters on air handling units.
• Utilizes plaster/compound to patch minor holes/cracks in walls and ceilings.
• Repairs; replaces sinks, water coolers, and toilets.
• Paints structures and equipment as required.
• Repairs concrete floors, steps and sidewalks.
• Inspects/repairs damaged interior infrastructure surfaces as needed.
• Performs general maintenance on equipment and machinery, as assigned.
• Follows company’s safety, health and accident prevention plan while maintaining records in a timely fashion.
• As a condition of employment, must pass a background check performed by local law enforcement prior to employment and obtain and maintain JBSA installation access; must complete required Government training (AT Level I, OPSEC, Cyber Awareness, and MTF in-service training) within prescribed timelines.
• Perform work in occupied patient‑care areas in compliance with Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA/PCRA) requirements and Interim Life Safety Measures (ILSM) as directed by the Facility Manager, COR, or Fire Marshal.
• Document all work performed, labor hours, and materials used in the Government’s computerized maintenance management system (DMLSS-FM/LogiCole) or as directed by the COR.
• Perform minor plumbing, electrical, and HVAC tasks only within the limits of personal qualifications; work requiring licensed/certified personnel (e.g., refrigerant handling, electrical system repairs, backflow devices, fire alarm, medical gas) is referred to the appropriate qualified trade.
• Support Joint Commission Environment of Care requirements, including maintenance of fire/smoke barrier penetrations, door hardware, ceilings, and finishes in patient‑care areas.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) years of related experience in healthcare facilities maintenance (PWS requirement for all journeymen, craftsmen, and trades personnel), or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Trade qualification demonstrated by one of the following: journeyman card for the respective trade through a recognized apprenticeship program or state certification; current state contractor’s license; passing the ICC national journeyman exam; a nationally recognized certification program; or DD214-documented military journeyman Level 5 or higher experience.
• Must meet all licensing, certification, and qualification requirements of the position within six (6) months of hire. Copies of all current certifications and licenses will be maintained on site and provided to the COR immediately upon request.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must be physically and medically qualified to perform assigned duties in accordance with USACE EM 385-1-1.
• Must pass a background check performed by local law enforcement prior to employment and be able to obtain and maintain JBSA installation access (NACI).
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Maintains the general cleanliness and appearance of assigned spaces, assist others as part of the maintenance team as required and perform other duties assigned according to personal qualifications.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects weighing up to 10 pounds, and to move up to 50 pounds as needed. Must be able to travel to job locations by government or company vehicle or to other destinations as required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. This job description is subject to change based on the operational needs of the employer and the requirements of the position.