CalTek Staffing is widely known as Houston’s best staffing and recruitment agency for hiring Maintenance Technicians. We are a national engineering and technical staffing agency specializing in recruiting Building Maintenance Technicians for commercial, industrial, and multi‑family environments. Our client is a leading facilities‑management and mechanical‑services provider supporting Houston’s high‑rise office towers, medical campuses, petrochemical facilities, logistics hubs, and large multi‑family communities.
Their maintenance teams perform inspections, repairs, preventive maintenance, and system troubleshooting across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, building automation, and general facility systems. With Houston’s massive commercial footprint and year‑round demand for building operations, this role is essential for ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient facility performance.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform routine and emergency maintenance on building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment.
- Conduct preventive maintenance on pumps, motors, air handlers, exhaust fans, lighting systems, and building infrastructure.
- Troubleshoot and repair HVAC components including belts, motors, filters, thermostats, and controls.
- Perform basic electrical work including ballast replacement, outlet repair, breaker resets, and lighting maintenance.
- Handle plumbing tasks including leak repair, drain clearing, fixture replacement, and valve maintenance.
- Inspect and maintain building systems including elevators, fire‑life‑safety equipment, and BAS controls (as permitted by certification).
- Respond to tenant or facility service requests and document all work performed.
- Monitor building automation systems (BAS) and report system alarms or performance issues.
- Perform general building repairs including drywall, painting, door hardware, flooring, and minor carpentry.
- Assist with vendor coordination, equipment deliveries, and contractor oversight.
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and equipment records.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, IMC, and Texas building codes.
- Support facility inspections, audits, and safety walk‑throughs.
- Maintain clean, safe mechanical rooms, workspaces, and common areas.
- Participate in on‑call rotation for after‑hours emergencies.
Education
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Technical school training in HVAC, electrical, or building maintenance preferred.
Required Skills and Experience
- 3–7+ years of experience in building maintenance, facilities maintenance, or mechanical systems.
- Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general building systems.
- Ability to troubleshoot motors, pumps, fans, lighting circuits, and plumbing fixtures.
- Experience with hand tools, power tools, diagnostic meters, and maintenance equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards and basic building codes.
- Excellent communication, customer service, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Preferred Qualifications
- EPA 608 Certification (Type I or II).
- Experience with BAS platforms such as Tridium Niagara, Metasys, or Siemens Desigo.
- Background in high‑rise buildings, hospitals, industrial facilities, or multi‑family properties.
- Certifications such as HVAC Excellence, NATE, or building‑maintenance credentials.
- Experience with CMMS systems for work orders and preventive maintenance tracking.
- Trade licenses in HVAC, electrical, or plumbing (a strong plus).
