How to hire a facilities maintenance engineer

How to hire a facilities maintenance engineer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step facilities maintenance engineer hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your facilities maintenance engineer job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a facilities maintenance engineer for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a facilities maintenance engineer to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a facilities maintenance engineer that fits the bill.

   This list presents facilities maintenance engineer salaries for various positions.

   Type of Facilities Maintenance Engineer	Description	Hourly rate
   Facilities Maintenance Engineer	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.	$12-33
   Maintenance Foreman	If an office has a human resource specialist that monitors the employees, maintenance workers have what you call a foreman. They are the ones responsible for overseeing and supervising the maintenance work... Show more	$14-25
   Facilities Technician	Facilities Technicians are employees who manage the upkeep of the company's facilities. They are in charge of maintaining the different equipment, fixtures, and furniture in the office... Show more	$12-28

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Plumbing
   • Preventive Maintenance
   • Facilities Maintenance
   • Troubleshoot
   • Life Safety
   • Kitchen Equipment
   • Switches
   • Electrical Equipment
   • Mechanical Equipment
   • Electrical Systems
   • OSHA
   • General Maintenance
   • Building Maintenance
   • Chillers

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Conduct weekly facility safety inspections to ensure OSHA compliance are achieved.
   • Perform preventative maintenance of guest suites and property grounds which include plumbing repairs, painting, wallpapering and basic electrical repairs.
   • Repair and replace electrical switches, light fixtures, hallway ceiling lights, outlets and ballast.
   • Service and repair lighting, receptacles, switches, suction pumps, motors and scissor lifts.
   • Comply with all applicable building codes in accordance with ADA, NFPA, and OSHA regulations.
   • Perform general maintenance to guestrooms and public areas while monitoring and maintaining cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assign work areas.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the facilities maintenance engineer job description is a good way to get more applicants. A facilities maintenance engineer salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a facilities maintenance engineer in Arkansas may be lower than in New Jersey, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level facilities maintenance engineer. Additionally, a facilities maintenance engineer with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average facilities maintenance engineer salary

   $43,721yearly

   $21.02 hourly rate

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   Entry-level facilities maintenance engineer salary

   $27,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

   Average facilities maintenance engineer salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Pennsylvania	$61,062	$29
   2	Rhode Island	$57,778	$28
   3	Minnesota	$56,636	$27
   4	North Carolina	$56,409	$27
   5	Washington	$54,412	$26
   6	New York	$54,239	$26
   7	Ohio	$50,673	$24
   8	Illinois	$49,118	$24
   9	Iowa	$48,060	$23
   10	Colorado	$48,002	$23
   11	Kansas	$47,815	$23
   12	California	$46,737	$22
   13	Oregon	$42,330	$20
   14	Utah	$41,120	$20
   15	Montana	$41,001	$20
   16	Texas	$40,913	$20
   17	Georgia	$39,546	$19
   18	Florida	$34,468	$17
   19	New Mexico	$30,880	$15

   Average facilities maintenance engineer salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	General Motors	$97,335	$46.80	4
   2	Stanford University	$67,537	$32.47	3
   3	American Axle & Manufacturing	$66,845	$32.14	5
   4	Pacific Architects and Engineers	$66,308	$31.88
   5	Huitt-Zollars	$64,295	$30.91
   6	GlobalFoundries	$63,117	$30.34	2
   7	Mission Regional Medical Center	$63,056	$30.32	10
   8	Hawaii Pacific Health	$62,604	$30.10
   9	Starbucks	$58,779	$28.26	2
   10	Kohler Co.	$58,050	$27.91	7
   11	BrassCraft	$58,012	$27.89	1
   12	Air Products	$57,547	$27.67	1
   13	Prime Healthcare	$56,343	$27.09	9
   14	Eurofins	$56,018	$26.93	1
   15	Baxter International	$55,370	$26.62	5
   16	Organogenesis	$55,075	$26.48	3
   17	Henkel	$54,820	$26.36	32
   18	Rochester Institute of Technology	$54,562	$26.23	2
   19	Hunter	$54,258	$26.09
   20	Progressive Machine and Design	$53,954	$25.94

4. Writing a facilities maintenance engineer job description

   A good facilities maintenance engineer job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a facilities maintenance engineer job description:

   Facilities maintenance engineer job description example

   Full Time - Full Time Maintenance Worker - Residential Facility
   
   Granite Recovery Center is looking for a skilled Maintenance Worker to perform upkeep tasks such as repairs and cleaning. You will be responsible for applying basic fixes to equipment and building systems and ensure facilities are tidy and functional.
   
   Being reliable with a keen eye for detail is the first step to getting this job. The ideal candidate will have experience and solid technical knowledge. You must also possess manual dexterity and physical stamina.
   Job Functions: Perform minor fixes such as repairing broken locks, filling gaps on walls etc. Check control panels and electrical wiring to identify issues Install appliances and equipment Do garden/yard upkeep by mowing lawn, collecting trash etc. Conduct maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems (e.g. ventilation) Check functionality of safety systems (e.g. fire alarm) Collaborate with workers and other professionals during renovations Report to a facilities or maintenance manager for issues
   Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check. Proven experience as assistant director or other similar position Basic knowledge of HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems Experience using hand and electrical tools Ability to read technical manuals and drawings Very good communication and interpersonal skills Physical stamina and dexterity Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check Salary Range: Range generally starting between $18.00 - $24.00 an hour.
   
   The salary of the candidate(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, specialty and training.
   
   Green Mountain Offers excellent benefits: 401K match Flexible Sick Time Bereavement Leave Employee Referral Program All legally mandated benefits (i.e., workers compensation, Medicare & Social Security Contribution, etc.)
   COVID-19 considerations: Everyone will be asked to be in compliance with the most recent COVID guidelines from CDC, State, County and City Here is what you can expect from us: Granite Recovery Centers , a progressive substance abuse treatment organization, committed to the highest quality of patient care in a comfortable outpatient clinic setting. Our ultimate goal is to address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder to help each of our patients achieve long-term recovery and an improved quality of life. Granite Recovery Centers is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veterans status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.
   
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5. Post your job

   To find facilities maintenance engineers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any facilities maintenance engineers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level facilities maintenance engineers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your facilities maintenance engineer job on Zippia to find and recruit facilities maintenance engineer 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 facilities maintenance engineers, 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.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   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 facilities maintenance engineer

   Once you have selected a candidate for the facilities maintenance engineer position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

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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