A Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for a variety of issues and related improvements of a building’s HVAC/R and plumbing systems, with an emphasis on performing preventative, predictive and unscheduled maintenance as needed.
Depending on the size of the facility and sophistication of the HVAC/R systems, the Facilities Maintenance Technician performs preventive maintenance tasks on all HVAC/R equipment as directed by the Lead Technician or Manager, or in the case of a smaller facility, act as the Lead Technician. Work includes troubleshooting, installing, repairing, replacing, and maintaining HVAC/R systems and components such as boilers, chillers, pumps, motors, air handling and refrigeration equipment, utilizing plans, specifications, and verbal instructions.
While the HVAC/R systems would be the Facilities Maintenance Technician's primary focus, he/she might be required to take on other tasks such as maintaining the facilities plumbing systems, doors and locks, and making other necessary repairs in the building.
Advancement Routes
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▸ Sales & Marketing Associate
Being highly motivated and possessing 1-2 years of sales experience would facilitate this move. -
▸ Wholesale Counter Sales
This advance most often requires excellent customer service skills. -
▸ Test & Balance Technician
This advancement may require specialized training and certification. -
▸ Stationary Engineer
Post-secondary training and additional experience would likely support this advancement. -
▸ Commercial Service Technician
Additional experience would likely support this move. -
▸ Customer Sales Representative and Estimator
Post-secondary training and sales experience would support this move. -
▸ Building Automation Systems Trainee
This advancement may require additional training. -
▸ Cooking Equipment Service Technician
Knowledge of commercial cooking equipment would support this move.
