Facilities Maintenance Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Facilities Maintenance EngineerJob Description

The Facilities Maintenance Engineer supports daily facilities operations across manufacturing, warehouse, and office areas by maintaining and troubleshooting building systems such as compressed air, compressors, generators, lighting, HVAC, and utilities. This role performs general maintenance and repairs to ensure production readiness, manages work orders and preventive maintenance schedules, and coordinates vendors and contractors for facility repairs and improvements. The engineer also supports facility upgrades, space reconfigurations, and equipment moves while contributing to safety and environmental health support activities in collaboration with the EHS team.

Responsibilities

• Support daily facilities operations across manufacturing, warehouse, and office areas to ensure reliable and safe building performance.
• Troubleshoot and maintain building systems including compressed air, compressors, generators, lighting, HVAC, and utilities to minimize downtime and support production.
• Perform general maintenance, repairs, and routine equipment checks to maintain production readiness and facility reliability.
• Manage and prioritize work orders, preventive maintenance schedules, and associated documentation to keep maintenance activities organized and traceable.
• Coordinate and oversee vendors and contractors for facility repairs, maintenance services, and building improvements, ensuring work quality and adherence to site requirements.
• Support facility upgrades, space reconfigurations, and equipment moves, including planning, coordination, and execution of related tasks.
• Conduct facility safety inspections and walkthroughs to identify hazards and opportunities for improvement under guidance from the EHS team.
• Assist with hazard identification, implementation of corrective actions, and basic safety compliance tasks related to facilities and building systems.
• Perform regular checks of emergency equipment such as eyewash stations, fire extinguishers, emergency exits, and AEDs to ensure readiness.
• Support incident response and follow-up activities related to facilities or building systems, including documentation and corrective actions.
• Assist with emergency preparedness activities and drills, helping to ensure the site is ready for potential emergencies.
• Help maintain documentation for audits, inspections, and regulatory readiness, including logs, reports, and maintenance records.
• Work closely with the EHS team to maintain a safe, compliant work environment across all facility areas.
• Be available as a first responder during night shifts for facilities-related emergencies or urgent maintenance needs.
• Use basic computer systems to enter, track, and update work orders, maintenance logs, and other facility-related documentation.
• Collaborate with senior facilities technicians and EHS personnel during training and ongoing operations to align on procedures and priorities.
• Apply strong organizational and problem-solving skills to diagnose issues, recommend solutions, and execute repairs efficiently.
• Work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of facilities maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, including work with compressed air systems, compressors, generators, and production support equipment.
• Strong knowledge of building systems and general facility maintenance practices.
• Hands-on experience with facilities maintenance in a manufacturing environment for 5+ years.
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain equipment such as air compressors and electrical panels.
• Basic understanding of HVAC systems and the ability to perform routine HVAC checks and maintenance tasks.
• Demonstrated skills in mechanical maintenance and repair of facility-related equipment.
• Proficiency in using basic computer systems for documentation, work orders, and maintenance logs.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple work orders, schedules, and priorities effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify root causes of equipment and facility issues and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn EHS fundamentals and actively support safety programs and initiatives.
• Experience with plumbing, facilities maintenance, and troubleshooting in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to perform maintenance technician duties across multiple systems, including HVAC, mechanical equipment, and utilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience coordinating and overseeing external vendors and contractors for facility maintenance, repairs, and upgrades.
• Familiarity with emergency equipment checks, including eyewash stations, fire extinguishers, exits, and AEDs.
• Experience supporting incident response and follow-up activities related to facilities or building systems.
• Exposure to safety inspections, walkthroughs, and basic compliance tasks in collaboration with an EHS team.
• Comfort working as a first responder for facilities-related issues during night shifts.
• Experience supporting facility upgrades, space reconfigurations, and equipment moves in a production environment.
• Ability to align work schedules and activities with senior facilities technicians and EHS personnel.
• Comfort working with electrical panels and basic electrical troubleshooting within facility systems.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that values safety, reliability, and continuous improvement in a modern manufacturing environment. The role offers hands-on work with a wide variety of building systems, providing opportunities to broaden your technical skills and grow your expertise in facilities and EHS support. You benefit from structured training alongside experienced facilities and EHS technicians, followed by a stable schedule that supports work-life balance for those who prefer late-day and evening work. The organization emphasizes collaboration, clear procedures, and a commitment to maintaining a safe, compliant, and well-maintained workplace.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing facility that includes production areas, warehouses, and office spaces, requiring regular movement throughout the site and interaction with various departments. You work directly with building systems such as compressed air, compressors, generators, lighting, HVAC, utilities, and electrical panels, using standard maintenance tools, equipment, and computer-based work order systems. The environment is fast-paced and production-focused, with an emphasis on safety, reliability, and preventive maintenance. The schedule begins with a training period on a day shift from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM for the first four weeks, aligned with senior facilities and EHS technicians. After training, the regular schedule runs from 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM, Monday through Friday, supporting evening and night operations. The role requires readiness to respond to facilities-related issues during the night shift and to participate in safety inspections, emergency equipment checks, and preparedness drills as part of ongoing operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hayward, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hayward,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.