Maintenance Technician I Install - Direct

Builders FirstSource, Inc.; Aurora (CO); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Builders FirstSource, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician I to perform machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance under supervision. You will resolve warranty and non-warranty issues on damaged products and support the Maintenance Manager and Leads.

The role requires basic technical skills, the ability to read diagrams, and adherence to safety procedures. Flexibility for varied hours and occasional site travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of related maintenance experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on engines, motors, conveyors and production machines.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and perform repairs to minimize downtime.
• Use measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Order parts and maintain inventories for maintenance supplies.
• Document maintenance actions and report trends to supervisor.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Equipment operation

Reading diagrams

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring instruments

Calipers/Micrometers

Job description

Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. The #1 name in our industry, we help make the dream of home ownership more achievable every day. At BFS, you’ll be equipped with all the tools, training, and resources you need, and you’ll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons.

Purpose

Under direct supervision, the Maintenance Technician I is an entry level position and is responsible for conducting machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance service with basic efficiency. They may also be responsible for resolving warranty and non-warranty repairs to damaged products. Performs duties under the direction of the Maintenance Manager and Leads.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical and electrical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Performs building, lighting, and plumbing repairs for Facility as needed.
• Other duties may be assigned

Some positions may:

• Conduct service/repairs, assist with warranty issues, and file warranty reports with vendors.
• Provide on-site assistance to help troubleshoot and repair product and/or equipment.
• Plan and coordinate activities concerned with investigating and resolving customer reports of problems.
• Review performance reports and documentation from customers and sales representatives and inspect malfunctioning or damaged product to determine nature and scope of problem.
• Analyze review and inspection findings to determine source of problem, and recommend repair, replacement, or other corrective action.
• Maintain high accuracy in performing service work on product per work order specifications.
• Provide a communication link between the customer and the Company to help ensure that effective service is provided to the customer.
• Back up other maintenance technicians as needed.
• Inform supervisor of any shortages in stock, or of any malfunctions or damage to equipment or vehicles.
• Help load trucks for delivery and assist in unloading incoming trucks.
• Restock incoming supplies, keep tools and machinery clean and maintained, and is responsible for all tools assigned to truck.
• Maintain truck by keeping it clean and organized. Check fluids and tire pressure daily.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
• 1 – 2 years of related experience
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license

Competencies

• Ethical Conduct
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Technical Capacity
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of industry safety practices
• Knowledgeable in the use of a variety of hand and power tools
• Language Skills-The ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. The ability to print and speak simple sentences.
• Reasoning Ability-Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Work Environment / Physical Activity

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.

• Must be able to work flexible hours including over time as needed.
• May be required to drive to other facilities and job sites.
• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently required to sit.
• Occasionally required to climb or balance and talk or hear.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock.
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

This position was posted on 08/18/2026 and we anticipate it will be open for a minimum of five days, though it may be open for a longer period.

At BFS, we want you and your career to be greater than what you ever could have expected. Our supportive, people -first culture will build you up and empower you to do more, be more, and become better every day. Join us and see what’s possible when you can rise to new challenges, learn new skills, and add to your career tool belt every day.

In addition to the base wage listed, team members are also eligible to earn an additional incentive subject to changes in plan design and documents and in accordance with applicable law. Eligibility and the amount of the incentive varies based on the terms and conditions of the locations’ active incentive plan for the respective year.

At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings www.bldrbenefits.com

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

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