General Facilities Maintenance

Aerotek is hiring for General Facilities Technician in Chester SC

Job Description

This role focuses on performing preventative maintenance and repairs within a hospital facility to ensure a safe, functional, and well-maintained environment. The technician works under the guidance of the Maintenance Supervisor and handles a wide range of general maintenance tasks, including basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and construction-related work.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repair tasks throughout the hospital facility to ensure all areas remain safe, functional, and in good working order.
• Carry out drywall repairs, including patching, sanding, and preparing surfaces for painting.
• Repair, adjust, and maintain doors and locks to ensure proper operation and security.
• Replace light bulbs and perform basic lighting maintenance as needed across the facility.
• Change air filters in HVAC systems to support proper airflow and indoor air quality.
• Troubleshoot and repair basic plumbing fixtures such as toilets, sinks, and related components.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to complete a variety of maintenance and repair tasks.
• Assist with construction-related maintenance tasks, including minor carpentry and paint preparation work.
• Support basic electrical maintenance tasks as directed, such as replacing fixtures or components within scope of role.
• Utilize an online work order system, when applicable, to receive, document, and complete maintenance requests in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Supervisor and other team members to prioritize work orders and respond to critical issues.
• Remain available to occasionally extend work hours when critical maintenance needs arise.
• Prepare to participate in an on-call rotation after conversion to full-time employment, providing support for urgent facility issues.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience performing general maintenance tasks in a facilities or similar environment.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and address basic maintenance issues.
• Hands-on experience using a wide range of hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to perform basic plumbing repairs, including work on toilets, sinks, and related fixtures.
• Capability to complete drywall repairs, including patching and surface preparation.
• Experience with door and lock repairs, adjustments, and maintenance.
• Ability to perform basic electrical-related tasks within the scope of general maintenance.
• Strong construction and repair skills, including paint preparation and minor carpentry.
• Ability to follow instructions from a Maintenance Supervisor and work independently on assigned tasks.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a safe and functional hospital environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or carpentry is highly valued but not required.
• Familiarity with utilizing an online work order system is a plus.
• Experience working in a hospital or healthcare facility environment is beneficial.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot basic mechanical and building systems issues.
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation after conversion to full-time employment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work based on urgency and impact on facility operations.

Why Work Here?

Employees have the opportunity to join one of the largest hospital networks in the state, providing long-term stability and career growth. The organization offers clear pathways for upward mobility into larger roles, along with steady pay advancement based on a combination of skills, time in the role, and performance. Team members benefit from a supportive environment that values professional development and recognizes strong contributions.

Work Environment

This position operates in a hospital setting, performing general maintenance duties throughout patient care and support areas. The role follows a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There are no on-call duties while working in the initial assignment period; however, after conversion to full-time employment, the technician will participate in an on-call rotation approximately one week per month. Overtime is not frequent but may be required occasionally when addressing critical maintenance issues that extend beyond normal working hours. The environment involves regular use of hand tools and power tools, working around building systems such as plumbing, electrical, and HVAC, and moving throughout various parts of the hospital to complete work orders.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chester, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Chester,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 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.