1st Shift - General Maintenance Technician I

ABM•Tuscaloosa, AL

About The Position

The General Maintenance Technician I is an entry-level facility maintenance role responsible for completing assigned preventive and reactive maintenance repairs. The technician assists with basic plumbing, drywall patching, painting, flooring, electrical, instrumentation, HVAC, and other equipment, systems, or structures. The role follows safety procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and standard operating procedures (SOPs), and includes on-the-job training. The position is scheduled for a 12-hour rotating shift. The hiring shift runs from 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. The hourly pay range is $18–$21; the specific offer depends on experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and market data. ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package, with further information available through its employee benefits resources. This role may suit someone entering or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education. ABM is military- and veteran-friendly and encourages veterans and candidates with military experience to apply.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
No prior experience required; on-the-job training is provided.
No high school diploma, GED, or college degree required.

Nice To Haves

A valid state driver's license is required among the preferred qualifications.
Four to eleven years of experience as a General Maintenance Technician.
Basic knowledge of the proper use of power tools and hand tools.
Ability to recognize various hardware parts and methods of repair for related tasks.
Organizational skills.
Military or veteran experience is encouraged; listed Military Occupational Specialty codes are 91E, 91C, EM, HT, MK, DC, 1161, 1341, and 3E1X1.

Responsibilities

Complete assigned preventive maintenance and reactive maintenance repairs.
Assist with maintenance tasks involving basic plumbing, drywall patching, painting, flooring, electrical, instrumentation, HVAC, and other equipment, systems, or structures.
Independently execute multi-trade maintenance work supporting asset reliability.
Repair and maintain equipment and facilities, including replacing faucets, unclogging drains, installing simple fixtures, patching drywall, performing small touch-up painting, and replacing sections of flooring such as tile.
Assist with roof repairs, including small leaks, and perform minor general repairs such as door adjustments, tightening fixtures, and clearing drains.
Work safely from a lift as needed.
Respond to spills and other emergency situations, performing janitorial and maintenance tasks as necessary.
Troubleshoot plumbing and facility issues and medium projects, and provide task guidance.
Follow safety procedures, LOTO, and SOPs.