Job Title: Building Maintenance Technician 3 / Facility Condition Assessment (FCA) Field Assessor
Job Description
This role combines hands-on building maintenance expertise with detailed facility condition assessments across commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities. You will conduct on-site evaluations of building systems and maintainable assets, document their condition using mobile technology, and support capital planning and maintenance management activities. The position follows a Monday to Friday schedule from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with hours that may vary depending on workload, and requires travel to multiple sites.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive facility condition assessments (FCAs) and physical inspections of buildings and infrastructure assets across commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities.
Perform detailed visual inspections of building systems, including HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire and life safety systems, roofing, structural components, building interiors, and building exteriors.
Inventory and evaluate maintainable equipment and building systems, ensuring every maintainable asset is identified and documented.
Capture accurate asset data using handheld devices, tablets, or mobile assessment software, following established data collection protocols.
Assess and document equipment condition, repair needs, deferred maintenance items, and replacement needs to support capital planning and preventive maintenance strategies.
Record detailed equipment attributes such as manufacturer, model number, serial number, capacity, age, and operational status.
Verify asset locations and ensure all asset attributes and details are accurately captured in digital tools and mobile data collection platforms.
Take clear field photographs using digital tools to document assets, deficiencies, and overall facility conditions.
Read and interpret equipment nameplates, mechanical schedules, facility blueprints, and one-line drawings to confirm and validate asset information.
Operate safely during site inspections by recognizing and managing operational risks in mechanical rooms, rooftops, and other field environments.
Collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, facility managers, and client representatives during assessment activities to clarify scope, resolve questions, and align on findings.
Ensure consistency with facility assessment standards, methodologies, and data collection protocols to maintain high-quality, reliable assessment outputs.
Manage time effectively to complete assessments within scheduled windows, balancing thoroughness with efficiency.
Work independently in the field, organizing daily tasks, travel routes, and site activities with minimal supervision.
Travel to multiple client sites as required, primarily within the Milwaukee Public Schools locations, and adapt to varying facility @types and conditions.
Participate in phone-based interviews and ongoing communication to provide updates on assessment progress and findings as needed.
Essential Skills
5-7 years of experience in building maintenance, facility management, building operations, or facility condition assessments.
Strong knowledge of building systems and maintainable equipment, including HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
Proven ability to identify and assess HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical assets in the field.
Hands-on experience in facilities maintenance, including troubleshooting and evaluating building systems.
Experience using handheld technology such as tablets, smartphones, or mobile inspection applications for asset data collection.
Proficiency with mobile data collection tools and software for capturing asset attributes, conditions, and photographs.
Awareness of asset lifecycle management concepts and preventive maintenance practices.
Ability to evaluate equipment condition and identify repair, replacement, and deferred maintenance needs accurately.
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy when documenting assets and facility conditions.
Ability to read and interpret equipment nameplates, mechanical schedules, facility blueprints, and one-line drawings.
Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems), IWMS, or asset management platforms.
Effective problem-solving skills to diagnose issues and prioritize maintenance and replacement recommendations.
Strong time management skills to handle multiple assessments and meet project deadlines.
Professional demeanor with the ability to converse confidently and clearly with clients and facility personnel on site.
Ability to work independently in field environments with minimal supervision.
Valid driver's license to travel between multiple facility locations.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in facility management, building systems, or a related technical field beyond basic maintenance work.
Working knowledge of FCA standards, facility assessment methodologies, and industry best practices.
Awareness and hands-on experience with CMMS, IWMS, or other asset management systems for tracking and managing assets.
OSHA safety awareness training or related field safety training, particularly for working in mechanical spaces and on rooftops.
Professional certifications such as FMP (Facility Management Professional), CFM (Certified Facility Manager), SMA (Systems Maintenance Administrator), or equivalent credentials are a plus.
Experience with asset tagging or asset labeling projects, including applying and tracking asset tags across facilities.
Demonstrated ability to use handheld technology and digital cameras for documenting assets and deficiencies.
Comfort working with digital workflows, including uploading data, syncing mobile devices, and following standardized data entry formats.
Any combination of technical training, trade school, or related education in building systems, maintenance, or facilities is beneficial.
Why Work Here?
You will join a team that values thorough, high-quality work and supports the use of modern mobile technologies to streamline facility assessments and maintenance planning. The role offers a consistent weekday schedule with some flexibility based on project workload, providing a balance between structured hours and field variety. You will gain exposure to a wide range of building @types and systems, enhancing your technical skills and experience in facility management and asset assessment. Collaboration with experienced project managers, engineers, and facility leaders creates opportunities for professional growth and knowledge sharing. The organization emphasizes safety, professionalism, and clear communication, fostering a respectful and supportive work culture.
Work Environment
This is a field-based role primarily serving facilities within the Milwaukee area, involving regular travel between multiple sites. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with hours that may vary based on workload and project demands. You will work in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments, including classrooms, offices, mechanical rooms, rooftops, and building exteriors, under varying weather and site conditions. The position requires extensive walking within facilities and campuses, climbing ladders, accessing rooftops, and entering mechanical spaces to inspect equipment and building systems. You will regularly carry and use field equipment such as handheld devices, tablets, digital cameras, and other mobile data collection tools. Safety awareness is essential, particularly when working around mechanical equipment, electrical systems, and at heights. Attire should be appropriate for field work in active facilities, including practical clothing and footwear suitable for walking, climbing, and working in mechanical and outdoor environments.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Glendale, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Glendale,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 14, 2026.
About Aerotek
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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