Facilities Maintenance Technician

Job Overview

Facilities, Buildings & Grounds (FBG) is currently seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician (FMT) to support the University’s mission in education. FBG, a part of GW’s Division of Safety and Operations, maintains GW property and grounds on all three campuses. Employees at GWU receive a competitive salary, benefits package, retirement savings options with university contributions, annual and sick leave, and more. For more information about GW benefits, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Reporting to a Zone Manager, the Facilities Maintenance Technician performs semi‑skilled and sub‑journey work in maintenance, repair, remodeling, alterations, and construction of buildings, grounds, facilities, and equipment. The role serves as a general repairer when journey‑level tradespersons are unavailable and may perform skilled work under technical direction in carpentry, plumbing, welding, metal fabrication, steam fitting, electrical, HVAC, mechanical, and machinist duties.

• Operate hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.
• Perform minor repairs on building fixtures, plumbing, heating, laundry and kitchen equipment, motors, and electrical appliances.
• Operate automotive equipment to transport materials and supplies.
• Assist in fabricating equipment and materials in trade shops according to project requirements.
• Repair windows, doors, screens, floors, floor coverings, and painted surfaces.
• Perform minor repairs on electrical circuits, steam or waterlines, plumbing fixtures, lights and partitions; clean clogged drains and sewer lines; replace broken windows.
• Respond to maintenance requests promptly and professionally.
• Detect and report the need for major maintenance repairs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, and technical documents to locate trouble areas and complete repairs accurately.
• Operate and maintain building equipment and systems such as vacuum systems, control air systems, building air systems, emergency generators, electrical distribution systems, liquid pumping systems, steam, air handling, hot/cold water systems, and natural gas/fuel oil systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment, buildings, and building systems to ensure safe operation.
• Provide guidance to staff to ensure work orders are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain required record‑keeping.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

High school diploma or GED plus 1.5 years of relevant professional experience, or a bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field (degree must be conferred by the start date). Education, training, and experience may be substituted for a degree if equivalent.

• EPA HVAC certification, CMRT (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician), OSHA safety certificates, and trade licenses required by state or local code.
• A valid driver’s license and CPR/first aid certification.

• Basic electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general building system repair skills.
• Experience with various hand tools and equipment, mechanical aptitude, and ability to read blueprints or equipment diagrams.

$21.91 – $28.41 per hour.

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well‑being, and voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, visit .

• Campus
  
  Location:
  
  Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
• College/School/Department:
  Division of Safety and Operations
• Family:
  Safety and Facilities
• Sub‑Family:
  General Trades
• Stream:
  Service and Support
• Level: Level 2
• Full‑Time/Part‑Time:
  Full‑Time
• Hours Per Week: 40
• Work Schedule:
  
  7:00 am to 4:00 pm with holiday & weekend rotation
• Work on Site
  
  Required:
  
  Yes
• On‑Site Status:
  Essential onsite
• Telework:
  No
• Background Check:
  Criminal history screening, education/degree/certification verification, SSN trace, sex offender registry search
• Special Instructions:
  Employer will not sponsor employment visa status
• Internal Applicants Only:
  No
• Posting Number: S013978
• Job Open Date: 12/19/2025

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.