We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a General Maintenance Technician. This role involves supporting an apartment complex in Washington, DC by performing tasks such as changing light bulbs, cleaning spills, emptying trash, and conducting light mechanical maintenance. Regular housekeeping duties to maintain clean and safe areas are also required. The General Maintenance Technician will report safety hazards and larger maintenance issues to the customer and must be flexible and willing to complete all assigned tasks.

Will possess a positive, can-do attitude and understand the importance of building strong client partnerships through excellent communication. We are looking for someone who adapts quickly to change and can provide win-win solutions for both the client and ABM.

The pay listed is the hourly range for this position. Any specific offer will vary based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package.  For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM 2025 Frontline Benefits

 

Repair and maintenance of restroom and breakroom plumbing fixtures.

Clearing drains using a plunger and hand-held auger.

General labor, such as carrying, stacking, and organizing materials around the job site.

Debris and trash removal not covered by the janitorial contract or scope of work.

Repairs and cleaning of HVAC registers, radiators, and return grills.

Minor furniture repairs.

Maintaining and/or replacing door hardware.

Repairing/replacing venetian blinds.

Maintenance painting in mechanical and electrical rooms.

Touch-up painting in building common areas and tenant spaces when authorized by property management.

General cleaning in mechanical spaces.

General cleaning of exterior entry spaces using vacuum, mop, broom, steam cleaner, high-pressure sprayer, and other cleaning devices or equipment.

Cleaning and painting non-operating mechanical equipment that has been shut down, locked out, and tagged by a Journeyman Engineer in accordance with ABM Lockout/Tagout Program.

Miscellaneous handyman work requiring limited use of hand tools.

Cleaning roof drains, air vents, registers, and radiators.

Replacing lamps and cleaning light fixtures.

Ballast replacement per ABM Lockout/Tagout policies.

Replacing ceiling tiles and floor tiles.

Replacing air filters.

Cleaning engineering shop areas.

Replacing fire extinguishers.

Hanging framed objects not requiring the use of power tools other than a cordless drill.

Complying with client and internal ABM processes and policies.

Performing other duties as assigned.

Experience in an office facilities environment is desired.

Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards and regulations.

Valid state-issued driver’s license.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to adjust work schedule as needed to support operations.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Previous custodial experience is desired.

Ability to stand for up to 10 hours per day.

Basic knowledge of HVAC systems, including maintenance and repair tasks

Basic electrical skills, including understanding of residential electrical codes and ability to perform minor electrical repairs

Basic plumbing skills, including understanding of plumbing systems and ability to perform minor plumbing repairs