Building Maintenance Technician

Arch Staffing SA; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Arch Staffing SA in Cape Town is seeking a building maintenance technician to respond to tenant requests and perform preventive maintenance across plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and general repairs in commercial properties.

You will diagnose HVAC issues, fix plumbing and electrical tasks within licensure, patch interiors, manage building automation, and keep CMMS records. The role requires hands-on skills and coordination with licensed contractors.

Responsibilities

• Respond to tenant and resident work orders for plumbing leaks, HVAC problems, electrical issues, and general repairs
• Perform preventive maintenance: filter changes, belt inspections, coil cleaning, drain pan treatment, and equipment lubrication on scheduled intervals
• Diagnose and repair HVAC malfunctions including contactors, capacitors, blower motors, thermostat wiring, and refrigerant issues
• Handle plumbing repairs: clear drain clogs, replace faucet cartridges and valves, repair running toilets, and fix minor pipe leaks
• Perform electrical work within licensure limits: replace outlets, switches, fixtures, and ballasts; reset tripped breakers; trace circuit faults
• Repair and patch drywall, interior doors, window hardware, flooring, and common area surfaces to maintain building appearance
• Operate and troubleshoot building automation systems and thermostatic controls for HVAC zones
• Maintain exterior areas: parking lot lighting, door hardware, signage, and minor masonry or caulking repairs
• Document work orders, material usage, and equipment history in the CMMS or property management system
• Coordinate with licensed contractors for work outside own scope: major electrical, gas lines, plumbing rough-in, and elevator maintenance

Job description

Duties and responsibilities

• Respond to tenant and resident work orders for plumbing leaks, HVAC problems, electrical issues, and general repairs
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks: filter changes, belt inspections, coil cleaning, drain pan treatment, and equipment lubrication on scheduled intervals
• Diagnose and repair HVAC equipment malfunctions including failed contactors, capacitors, blower motors, thermostat wiring, and refrigerant issues
• Handle plumbing repairs: clear drain clogs, replace faucet cartridges and valves, repair running toilets, and fix minor pipe leaks
• Perform electrical work within licensure limits: replace outlets, switches, light fixtures, and ballasts; reset tripped breakers; trace circuit faults
• Repair and patch drywall, interior doors, window hardware, flooring, and common area surfaces to maintain building appearance
• Operate and troubleshoot building automation systems and thermostatic controls for HVAC zones
• Maintain exterior areas: parking lot lighting, door hardware, signage, and minor masonry or caulking repairs
• Document work orders, material usage, and equipment history in the CMMS or property management system
• Coordinate with licensed contractors for work outside own scope: major electrical, gas lines, plumbing rough-in, and elevator maintenance