Facilities Maintenance Technician I

Job Description

General Position Summary

Incumbents of this classification perform a wide variety of maintenance tasks and repairs to facilities utilizing knowledge and skill in at least one of the major crafts such as carpentry, masonry, sign making, plumbing, heating, electrical, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (H.V.A.C) or pipefitter; and utilizing experience below the journeyman level in several of the other crafts.

Duties and Responsibilities

Maintains and repairs buildings and related structures:

• Uses all standard and special tools required of primary craft and all standard tools required of other crafts as necessary to construct, alter, repair and/or install walls, stairs, floors, ceilings, windows, doors, doors, doors, doors, doors, roofs, gutters, locks, air conditioners, mail slots, handicapped chair rails and ramps, shelving, etc.
• Reads and interprets written instructions, diagrams and maintenance manuals.
• Constructs, assembles, repairs and/or adjusts facility maintenance equipment and/or highway signs.

Maintain various Tunnel equipment:

• Perform maintenance and repairs on tunnel ventilation fans in ventilation buildings; repair all types of damper and louver doors; repair and replace actuators; repair and replace pumps in tunnels.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on tunnel emergency egress doors, signage and miscellaneous equipment.
• Perform repairs and replace pumps for tunnel and storm water pumps.

Maintains records on such matters as work completed, timesheets, etc.

Reports under emergency conditions, such as utility breaks.

Other related duties as required.

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth's residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT's culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers.

MassDOT's divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.

Qualifications

Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.

All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.

Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.

Incumbents must have a high school diploma or GED and have at least (1) one year of facility maintenance experience.

Substitution

Graduation from a qualified trade school in an appropriate craft may be substituted for the required experience.
Incumbents must possess a current, valid Class D vehicle operator's license that is maintained in good standing, or an equivalent license from the state in which s/he resides.

Incumbents are required to possess or obtain one of the following licenses within three years of hire:

1. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Construction Supervisors License issued by the Massachusetts Office of Public Safety and Inspections;

2. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Refrigeration Technician - H.V.A.C. issued by the Massachusetts Office of Public Safety and Inspections;

3. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Pipefitter - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Office of Public Safety and Inspection;

4. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Oil Burner Technician - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services;

5. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Sprinkler Fitter - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters;

6. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Electrician - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians;

7. A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Plumber - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters; OR

8. A Massachusetts Department of Transportation Welder Qualification Test Record and the Welder Qualification Certificate (Green Card) is required for field welders.

• For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us.
• For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857 - 368 - 4722.
• For a disability - related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857 - 274 - 1935.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Client-provided location(s): Boston, MA

Job ID: Commonwealth_of_Massachusetts-260001H4

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-02-28T18:35:53