Maintenance Technician – On-Call Troubleshooter

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Dental and vision

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to install and repair systems that keep our facilities safe and operational at the Bethesda, MD site.

This role supports the Uniformed Services University Facilities department and requires hands-on technical work. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED (associates preferred), 6–8 years of relevant experience, and the ability to read blueprints.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
• 6–8 years of relevant experience.
• Vocational or technical training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and identify root cause of mechanical/electrical breakdown.
• Perform repairs with limited or no assistance.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on mechanical/electrical equipment.
• Read and work from blueprints, drawings, or specs.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to after-hours issues.
• Report to ensure continuity of operations and minimize disruptions.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Vocational/technical training preferred

Job description

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to install and repair systems that keep our facilities safe and operational at the Bethesda, MD site.

This role supports the Uniformed Services University Facilities department and requires hands-on technical work. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED (associates preferred), 6–8 years of relevant experience, and the ability to read blueprints.