General Maintenance Worker with Security Clearance

The Building People; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx

Dental

Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance/AD&D

Long Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Job summary

The Building People seeks a General Maintenance Technician to support a secure federal O&M program in Northern Virginia. You will perform general maintenance, locksmithing, preventive and corrective tasks, and respond to service calls to keep building systems running.

Role requires hands-on skills with doors, locks, hardware, carpentry, painting, lighting, plumbing, and related systems, plus accurate maintenance records and emergency response support in a TS/SCI environment.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining commercial, industrial, institutional, or federal facilities.
• General maintenance and repairs: doors, locks, lighting, plumbing, carpentry, painting.
• Responding to service calls and completing preventive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Support daily facilities operations in a secure TS/SCI environment.
• Perform general maintenance, locksmithing, painting, carpentry, plumbing and lighting tasks.
• Maintain maintenance records and respond to service calls.
• Support emergency response operations as required.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Locksmithing

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Maintenance records

Hand tools

Power tools

English proficiency

Security clearance

Education

EPA Certification Type I/II/III

Driver's License

Tools

CMMS (Maximo/FEM)

Job description

The Building People delivers integrated solutions that connect technology, buildings, and people to optimize real estate performance, facility operations, and workforce outcomes. With over 450 contracts delivered across 187 project locations, we manage more than 1,700 facilities and support $38.5B in federal and commercial assets. Leveraging AI-driven automation, data analytics, and platform‑agnostic systems, we create high‑performing, future‑ready environments that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and enable mission success. Founded in 2012, we now have over 450 employees supporting 23 federal agencies‑making us a trusted leader in delivering technology‑infused building solutions across the public sector. The Building People is committed to fostering a workplace where every employee can thrive. Using tools like the Predictive Index, we thoughtfully align individual strengths with team needs -ensuring the right fit, the right role, and long‑term success. Our culture is rooted in integrity, innovation, and service. Through our growing philanthropy program, we support communities by focusing on gratitude, giving back, partnerships, and mentorship.

Our Market Offerings Include:

• Real Estate & Workplace
• Facilities Management
• Facilities Operations & Maintenance
• Project Management & Engineering
• Workforce Transformation & Organizational Design
• Mission Support
• Smart Buildings & Energy Efficiency
• Technology Solutions

Join our rapidly growing team and help shape the future of real estate, facilities, and community impact.

Description / Job Summary:

The General Maintenance Technician supports a secure federal facilities Operations & Maintenance (O&M) program by performing general maintenance, locksmithing, preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and service call response activities within a mission‑critical facilities environment in Northern Virginia. This position is responsible for supporting daily facilities operations involving doors, locks, hardware, carpentry, plumbing fixtures, interior repairs, signage, painting, lighting, and general building systems maintenance. The technician supports operational readiness by responding to service calls, completing preventive maintenance activities, maintaining maintenance records, and supporting emergency response operations in accordance with contract requirements and Government standards. The General Maintenance Technician works closely with site leadership, maintenance personnel, subcontractors, and Government representatives to support daily operations within a secure TS/SCI environment.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Experience supporting commercial, industrial, institutional, or federal facilities maintenance operations.
• Experience performing general maintenance and repair activities involving doors, locks, hardware, lighting, plumbing fixtures, carpentry, painting, and related building systems.
• Experience responding to service calls and performing preventive maintenance activities.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment safely and effectively.
• Ability to maintain maintenance records and service call documentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve general maintenance deficiencies and operational issues.
• Ability to work in a secure federal facilities environment and support emergency response activities as required.
• Fully conversant in English (speaking, reading, and writing).

Required Certifications:

• Valid Driver's License.
• EPA Certification Type I, II, or III.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience supporting DoD, IC, or other cleared federal facilities environments.
• Experience supporting TS/SCI or mission‑critical facilities operations.
• Experience performing locksmithing activities involving mechanical and electronic locking systems.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance scheduling and CMMS systems such as Maximo/FEM.
• Familiarity with OPSEC, TARP, AT Level I, and HSPD-12 compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting emergency response and after‑hours maintenance operations.
• Experience supporting facilities maintenance contracts in a performance‑based environment.

Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.

Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.

Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.

Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:

• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short‑Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement.