Maintenance Engineer
Aerotek
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Job summary
Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Engineer in Phoenix, AZ for a contract-to-hire role. You will operate, inspect, and maintain HVAC, refrigeration, and related systems across multiple facilities.
The position emphasizes preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and documentation, with after-hours calls and weekend support as needed. The role requires 4+ years in building engineering, strong HVAC/R expertise, and the ability to travel between sites.
Qualifications
- Four+ years in building engineering including HVAC/R, plumbing, electrical, and production equipment maintenance.
- Technical expertise in HVAC and refrigeration systems, including supermarket refrigeration.
- Multiskilled across electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and material handling equipment.
- CFC universal recovery certification, or ability to obtain within 90 days.
- Proficient with CMMS (Corrigo) to manage and document work orders.
- Strong communication and ability to work independently.
- Valid state driver's license and ability to travel between sites.
Responsibilities
- Operate, inspect, and maintain HVAC, refrigeration, and building systems to ensure efficient operation.
- Perform preventive maintenance and repair work orders on facility systems and components.
- Troubleshoot and repair facility equipment, focusing on HVAC/R systems.
- Maintain records; document maintenance activities and orders in CMMS.
- Coordinate with stakeholders and vendors to schedule activities.
- Be available for call-ins, overtime, and weekend work as needed.
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Job description
The Maintenance Engineer operates, inspects, and maintains HVAC, refrigeration, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and production equipment and systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable facility operations. This role focuses on preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of building systems and equipment, while minimizing downtime and supporting a high standard of building performance and client satisfaction.
- Operate, inspect, and maintain all HVAC, refrigeration, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and production equipment and systems in assigned facilities to ensure efficient operation and maximum life expectancy.
- Perform ongoing preventive maintenance and repair response work orders on facility mechanical, electrical, and other installed systems, equipment, and components.
- Maintain, operate, and repair all HVAC/R systems and associated equipment, electrical distribution systems, plumbing systems, building interior and exterior elements, and related grounds and production equipment for assigned buildings.
- Troubleshoot and repair facility equipment, with a strong focus on HVAC/R systems and commercial or supermarket refrigeration.
- Perform inspections and repairs to property interior and exterior areas, including walls, flooring, installed fixtures, roofing systems, lighting, and related building elements.
- Study and become thoroughly familiar with equipment and the methods required to operate, maintain, and repair it properly as part of daily activities.
- Conduct assigned facility inspections and due diligence efforts, and report on conditions that may impact satisfactory occupancy and operations.
- Utilize a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), such as Corrigo, to receive, document, and complete all work orders, and update work order status in real time.
- Submit purchasing card (P-card) receipts on a daily basis in accordance with established procedures.
- Prepare and maintain documentation such as invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements, and other related documents as needed.
- File and retrieve corporate documents, records, and reports to support maintenance and facility operations.
- Open, sort, and distribute incoming correspondence, including faxes and emails, and prepare responses to routine inquiries when required.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and keep information organized and confidential.
- Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, vendors, and service providers to coordinate maintenance activities and resolve issues.
- Be available for call-in work, including after‑hours and weekend assignments, and work overtime as needed to support facility operations.
- Drive to various locations as required for the role, while maintaining a valid state drivers license.
- Perform other related duties as required to support safe, reliable, and efficient building operations.
- Minimum of four (4) years of technical experience in all aspects of building engineering, including HVAC/R, plumbing, electrical, and production equipment repair and maintenance.
- Demonstrated technical expertise in HVAC and refrigeration systems, including troubleshooting and maintaining commercial and/or supermarket refrigeration.
- Strong multi-skilled ability across electrical, HVAC, piping/plumbing, and material handling equipment.
- Knowledge of overall building system design, operation, and applications.
- Universal CFC recovery certification, or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of employment.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on complex mechanical and electrical systems.
- Proficiency in using CMMS systems such as Corrigo to manage and document work orders.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with stakeholders and document work clearly.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Strong customer service orientation and interpersonal skills when working in occupied facilities.
- Ability to maintain organized and accurate records while keeping sensitive information confidential.
- Valid state drivers license and ability to travel between sites as required.
- Ability to be available for call‑in work, overtime, and occasional weekend or after‑hours assignments.
- Experience utilizing CMMS work order systems for tracking and managing maintenance activities.
- Working knowledge of common computer applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel, and preferably PowerPoint.
- Two years of trade school or documented apprenticeship in electrical systems, refrigeration, or HVAC.
- 57 years of experience in maintenance technician roles involving troubleshooting, plumbing, HVAC, repair, preventive maintenance, and maintenance repair activities.
- Strong multi‑tasking ability and attention to detail when handling both technical and administrative tasks.
- Ability to prepare and format invoices, reports, memos, letters, and other business documents.
- Ability to open, sort, and distribute correspondence and respond appropriately to routine inquiries.
- Demonstrated reliability and accountability in submitting receipts, updating work orders, and following established procedures.
You join a professional facilities team that values technical excellence, reliability, and continuous learning. The role offers exposure to a wide range of building systems and equipment, providing strong opportunities to deepen your expertise in HVAC/R, electrical, and mechanical maintenance. You work in an environment that emphasizes safety, organization, and clear processes, with access to modern tools such as CMMS platforms to support your success. The schedule provides a structured weekday workweek with opportunities for additional hours, allowing you to grow your experience and demonstrate your impact on critical facility operations.
This position follows a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with overtime and after‑hours or weekend work as needed for call‑ins and critical maintenance. The role is based in a facilities environment in the East Valley area, servicing buildings that may include mechanical rooms, roofs, production areas, and interior office or retail spaces. You work hands‑on with HVAC/R systems, electrical distribution equipment, plumbing systems, production equipment, and building interior and exterior components, using tools, test equipment, and a CMMS platform such as Corrigo to manage work orders. The work involves moving between indoor and outdoor areas, climbing, inspecting building systems, and occasionally working in tight or elevated spaces. There is no dedicated employee parking provided. The dress environment is typical for facilities maintenance, requiring practical, safety‑conscious attire and use of appropriate personal protective equipment as tasks and site rules require. Interviews may be conducted virtually or in person, depending on current needs.
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.
The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $37.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long‑term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Phoenix,AZ.
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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