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Aerotek Facilities Maintenance Technician- Building Engineer in Newark, New Jersey
Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Technician - Building Engineer
Location: Newark, NJ
Type of Position: Direct Placement
Job Description
The Facilities Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the daily maintenance and repair of airport building facilities. This includes work on elevators, conveyor systems, mechanical systems, lighting systems, communication/radio systems, air handling/HVAC units, fire systems, plumbing systems, and more. Technicians may also work with PLC electronic systems, computer controls, and steel frame structures.
Responsibilities
Perform maintenance and repair tasks on various airport building facilities including elevators, conveyor systems, and HVAC units.
Work with communication and radio systems, fire systems, and plumbing systems.
Engage in high and low voltage electrical repairs, including installation and repair of 110/220/480 volt single and multiphase electrical circuitry.
Read and follow wiring schematics for industrial wiring tasks.
Work outdoors in all weather conditions and around the clock shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Essential Skills
Thorough knowledge of general building maintenance with an emphasis on electrical systems.
Experience in electrical troubleshooting including AC & DC circuits and high voltage (480) repairs.
Experience in industrial maintenance, electrical maintenance, and preventive maintenance.
Ability to read and follow wiring schematics.
Experience in electronics diagnostics and troubleshooting.
Valid, clean, applicable state driver's license.
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Journeyman electrical license is a plus.
Experience in related building equipment and trades such as plumbing, steam fitting, and conveyors.
Possession of personal tools required.
Ability to climb and work from ladders, and walk for extended periods.
Moderate lifting capability.
24 months of experience required in at least three of the following areas: Electrical, Structural, HVAC, Mechanical.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy a $10,000 sign-on bonus with half paid after 30 days and the other half after 12 months. Benefit from yearly pay increases, reaching up to $60.00 an hour after 8 years. Experience extremely competitive benefits.
Work Environment
The work environment includes both indoor and outdoor settings at airport terminals. Be prepared to work on a flexible schedule that covers all shifts, including weekends and holidays. Schedules are bid and awarded based on seniority.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Newark, NJ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $71802.00 - $71802.00/yr.
We offer competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k), pension and flight privileges (subject to the respective collective bargaining agreement). See attached SOP.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Newark,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.
About Aerotek:
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 meets 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 solving for 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.
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.