Facilities Technician

Woodwell Climate Research Center•Falmouth, MA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Woodwell Climate Research Center is seeking a Facilities Technician to help maintain its campus and provide a clean, safe, and functional environment for staff and visitors. The role supports daily internal and external maintenance of campus buildings and remote sites, coordinates contractors, and performs routine and emergency repairs. It requires self-motivation and a strong commitment to safe work practices. The position reports to the Director of Facilities. The Facilities Technician maintains building and site systems, performs and documents preventive maintenance, contributes to system records and procedures, recommends repairs and upgrades, and manages maintenance-related inventory. The role also includes general building and grounds upkeep, janitorial support, communication with staff and visitors, support for events, and participation in an on-call response rotation. This is a full-time, salaried, non-exempt, onsite position in Falmouth, Massachusetts. Employees typically work 40 hours Monday through Friday, with on-call hours and occasional weekend work; additional hours may be required to complete the position’s duties. The annual salary range starts at $55,000–$65,000, depending on qualifications and experience. The desired start date is November/December 2026. Woodwell offers a generous benefits package and work-life balance.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience.
Associate degree, vocational/technical education, or equivalent.
Broad knowledge across various trades and a proven ability to work independently to keep building systems and equipment operating safely and efficiently.
Technical skills and intermediate soft skills sufficient to work independently on complex projects.
Experience with grounds care and building maintenance.
Proficiency with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office applications.
Experience with office-building cleaning.
Shipping and receiving experience.
Ability to perform tasks such as lifting, pushing, and climbing.
Ability to work with motorized equipment in varying weather conditions.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Ability to travel by air, train, or vehicle to field locations and drive a vehicle or ATV to access field locations.
Ability to stand and sit for sustained periods; frequently bend, squat, kneel, reach overhead, and climb stairs and ladders.
Ability to use manual and power tools, including shovels, saws, drills, and hammers.
Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 50 pounds up to 10 times per day.
Ability to work at heights, including on the roof of a three-story building, and shovel snow in extreme temperatures.
Ability to work with equipment ranging from handheld tools to heavy equipment.
Ability to work in outdoor elements in all seasons and be exposed to biting and stinging insects.

Nice To Haves

Trade license or certification.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repair tasks on building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and lighting.
Perform and document preventive maintenance for mechanical, electrical, and site systems, including HVAC, WebCtrl building management systems, lighting, electrical, piping, and wastewater systems.
Contribute to updates to system drawings, documentation, and procedures for site systems and equipment.
Provide repair recommendations and oversee system upgrades and preventive or seasonal maintenance as assigned.
Maintain inventory of engineering-system parts, accessories, auxiliary equipment, and maintenance routines in accordance with Woodwell procedures.
Identify contractors to perform improvements, renovations, maintenance, grounds work, construction repairs, inspections, and other tasks.
Perform routine carpentry, drywall, painting, and minor equipment repairs.
Perform grounds maintenance, landscaping, and snow removal.
Communicate with staff and visitors about site layout, facilities activities, policies, and procedures.
Participate in periodic janitorial service for common spaces, kitchens, offices, and restrooms.
Support and staff internal and external Woodwell events.
Participate in off-hours on-call response.
Participate in Woodwell committees as requested or assigned by management.