Commercial Maintenance Technician

Commercial Maintenance Technician

Pay: $28-35/hour

Job Summary

Responsible for delivering effective, efficient, and timely service to multiple customers within an assigned geographic territory. This role involves traveling to various customer sites using a company-provided vehicle and tools to maintain commercial properties.

The position performs preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance, along with troubleshooting and general building services. The technician builds strong, face-to-face relationships with customers while maintaining high standards of workmanship and professionalism.

This role requires a multi-skilled approach, utilizing trades such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, roofing, HVAC, and other disciplines as needed to resolve maintenance issues.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete preventive maintenance and repair work per assigned work orders in compliance with company procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Perform minor plumbing repairs, including:
• Repairing and unclogging toilets and urinals
• Maintaining and replacing valves, fixtures, and faucets
• Repairing and maintaining automatic flush sensors
• Conduct routine painting, carpentry, and general maintenance to maintain facilities in like-new condition
• Repair and maintain walls, floors, doors, and perform touch-up painting as needed
• Perform minor electrical work (as permitted by state regulations), including:
• Replacing fixtures, switches, and outlets
• Replacing bulbs, ballasts, and sockets
• Complete service and asset inspections as required

Technology & Reporting

• Utilize mobile devices (tablet/smartphone) to:
• Access and complete work orders with detailed service notes
• Submit service reports and quality inspection documentation (including photos)
• Enter timesheets, expense reports, and purchasing logs

Customer & Operational Support

• Build and maintain positive client relationships and ensure high customer satisfaction
• Communicate consistently with customers and internal teams
• Procure necessary materials and supplies to complete assigned tasks
• Provide estimates for larger repairs and project work
• Complete required safety training and participate in weekly safety meetings
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Additional certification or training in trades (Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Landscaping, or Specialty Floor Care) preferred

Experience

• 2-5 years of general maintenance experience, including:

• Electrical

• Plumbing

• Carpentry

• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered

• Experience in commercial facility services preferred

• Licenses & Certifications

• Valid driver's license in good standing

• Applicable trade certifications/licenses as required

• Skills and Competencies

• Technical Skills

• Ability to complete work orders efficiently and communicate status through company systems

• Proficiency using handheld devices and business software, including:

• Microsoft Outlook

• Microsoft Word and Excel

• Knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical

• Experience with installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems

• Regulatory & Safety

• Working knowledge of OSHA standards and workplace safety practices

• Ability to comply with all applicable codes, regulations, and company policies

• Communication & Organization

• Ability to read and interpret safety procedures, manuals, and work instructions

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to write reports and effectively communicate in individual and small group settings

• Work Environment & Travel

• Daily local travel between multiple customer properties is required

• The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.