How to hire a building maintenance technician

How to hire a building maintenance technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step building maintenance technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a building maintenance technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new building maintenance technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a building maintenance technician, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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   A building maintenance technician's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, building maintenance technicians from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of building maintenance technician salaries for various roles:

   Type of Building Maintenance Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Building Maintenance Technician	General maintenance and repair workers fix and maintain machines, mechanical equipment, and buildings. They paint, repair flooring, and work on plumbing, electrical, and air-conditioning and heating systems.	$14-25
   Maintenance Engineer	A maintenance engineer is responsible for the maintenance of industrial machinery and inspects equipment defects for immediate troubleshooting or replacement as needed. Maintenance engineers install and upgrade system components to improve system optimization and perform diagnostic systems to locate any adjustments... Show more	$13-35
   Maintenance Worker	Maintenance workers are employees assigned to oversee the equipment, furniture, and fixtures in the office. They ensure that these items work correctly by doing routine check-ups, identifying any problems, anticipating challenges, sourcing for spare parts, and repairing problems... Show more	$12-24

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Plumbing
   • HVAC
   • Ladders
   • Customer Service
   • OSHA
   • Dexterity
   • Equipment Maintenance
   • Hand Tools
   • Troubleshoot
   • Roofing
   • Fire Protection
   • Snow Removal
   • Dollies
   • Electrical Systems

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Maintain and repair plumbing systems and accessories and perform maintenance of HVAC peripheral utility equipment.
   • Set up ladders to work above grind level.
   • Engage understanding of city OSHA and other compliance standards, guidelines, and issues
   • Follow OSHA standards at all times to ensure that a safe workplace are maintained
   • Used various tools, including but not limit to: drills, saws, hammers, screwdrivers, sanders and ladders.
   • Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC and refrigeration systems.

   More building maintenance technician duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your building maintenance technician job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A building maintenance technician can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, building maintenance technicians' average salary in mississippi is 35% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level building maintenance technicians 42% less than senior-level building maintenance technicians.
   • Certifications. A building maintenance technician with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a building maintenance technician's salary.

   Average building maintenance technician salary

   $40,065yearly

   $19.26 hourly rate

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   Entry-level building maintenance technician salary

   $30,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 27, 2025

   Average building maintenance technician salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Alaska	$51,521	$25
   2	Massachusetts	$47,689	$23
   3	California	$47,437	$23
   4	New York	$47,200	$23
   5	Minnesota	$46,069	$22
   6	Maryland	$45,953	$22
   7	Wisconsin	$43,861	$21
   8	Virginia	$42,974	$21
   9	New Jersey	$42,860	$21
   10	Washington	$41,900	$20
   11	Ohio	$41,510	$20
   12	Pennsylvania	$40,718	$20
   13	Arizona	$39,229	$19
   14	Colorado	$38,928	$19
   15	New Mexico	$38,738	$19
   16	Texas	$38,701	$19
   17	Utah	$36,940	$18
   18	Kansas	$36,914	$18
   19	Missouri	$36,885	$18
   20	Indiana	$36,468	$18

   Average building maintenance technician salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Vanderbilt University Medical Center	$55,468	$26.67	7
   2	Merrimack College	$54,503	$26.20
   3	Mayo Clinic	$52,284	$25.14	48
   4	IDA	$52,021	$25.01	1
   5	Avery Dennison	$51,958	$24.98	18
   6	Children's Hospital of Philadelphia	$51,610	$24.81	7
   7	Goldbelt Falcon	$50,899	$24.47
   8	National Renewable Energy Laboratory	$50,708	$24.38
   9	Nestlé	$50,560	$24.31	55
   10	Uline	$50,144	$24.11
   11	Children's Minnesota	$50,089	$24.08
   12	El Paso County	$49,947	$24.01	3
   13	Dohrn Transfer	$49,933	$24.01	1
   14	WestRock	$49,923	$24.00	52
   15	PepsiCo	$49,685	$23.89	21
   16	Abercrombie & Fitch Co	$49,251	$23.68
   17	EMCOR Group	$49,180	$23.64	156
   18	University of Alaska	$49,130	$23.62	16
   19	United Natural Foods	$49,086	$23.60	7
   20	Kitchell	$49,063	$23.59	1

4. Writing a building maintenance technician job description

   A building maintenance technician job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a building maintenance technician job description:

   Building maintenance technician job description example

   Building Maintenance Technician
   Salary: DOE
   Reports to: Building Maintenance Engineer
   Job Description: This is a full time, hourly position. The position is to provide maintenance and repair of the buildings associated with Ability360 properties and ensure cleaning of the facilities to provide an impeccable and safe environment for all consumers, vendors and tenants. We are looking for an individual who can work independently and with co-workers while at the same time possessing the ability to use common sense to accomplish the tasks required efficiently and effectively. We are looking for someone who is self-motivated and willing to step in and help out wherever necessary.
   Duties and Responsibilities:  The primary responsibility of Maintenance includes:  Painting  Electrical  Plumbing  Carpentry  Grounds/landscaping  Cleaning  Must be able to complete work order forms, take direction, be organized and have the ability to effectively communicate with supervisor, employees, consumers and tenants  Must enjoy working with tenants/employee's at the property and take on all tasks with a friendly "can-do" attitude  Perform all aspects of property maintenance, including preventative, corrective, deferred and emergency maintenance  Maintain all maintenance shops and storage rooms in an orderly fashion and in compliance with safety regulations  Maintain accurate inventory control of tools, equipment and supplies.  Perform maintenance inspections and repairs on vacant areas  Assists the Building Maintenance Engineer on special maintenance projects  i.e., preventive maintenance of building components and/or mechanicals  Serve as off duty maintenance providing evening, weekends and holiday emergency service  Ensure exterior curb appeal of the community and cleanliness of grounds  Recommends measures to improve methods of operations, performance, safety and quality of service
    Move and assemble furniture as needed including modular furniture
    Pick up wheelchairs and durable medical equipment for the Loan Closet
    Deliver office equipment and/or heavy filing cabinets, etc to Ability360 offices
    Set up tables and chairs for meetings in the conference center or other meeting spaces
    Driving Ability360 consumers for larger social and recreation programs
    Accessible Van Training to be completed within 3 months
    Perform other job-related duties as assigned
   Hours: Work schedule requires a great deal of flexibility and is dependent upon program needs and will include some early mornings, evenings and weekends. Primary schedule will be Tuesday through Saturday , Please only apply if these days of the week are possible.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find building maintenance technicians for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your building maintenance technician job on Zippia to find and recruit building maintenance technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit building maintenance technicians, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new building maintenance technician

   Once you've decided on a perfect building maintenance technician candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new building maintenance technician. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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