Facilities Technician

About the Role

As a Facilities Technician, you'll perform a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks while ensuring facilities, equipment, and systems remain safe, functional, and efficient. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across multiple trades. You are a strong problem-solver who can manage tasks independently while collaborating with a broader team when needed.

The standard schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 10:0am-7:00pm. Because the role supports active facilities and technical operations, some flexibility may occasionally be needed based on business or facility needs.

What You'll Do

• Perform general repairs and troubleshooting across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry systems.
• Execute preventative maintenance procedures to ensure equipment reliability and longevity.
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment, including power tools, ladders, and diagnostic devices.
• Install and repair lock systems and door hardware.
• Perform light electrical work, including replacing outlets, switches, and lighting components.
• Complete basic plumbing tasks such as unclogging drains, fixing leaks, and replacing fixtures.
• Interpret basic building systems and blueprints to support maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate logs and updates within maintenance or work order systems.
• Follow all safety protocols and OSHA regulations while performing work.
• Travel between Avride's Austin locations as required.

What You'll Need

• Experience performing general maintenance across multiple trades, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry.
• Strong understanding of building systems and basic blueprint interpretation.
• Ability to safely operate maintenance tools and equipment.
• Basic computer skills for logging maintenance activities and work orders.
• Understanding of safety protocols and OSHA regulations.
• Strong problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
• Willingness and ability to travel between multiple job sites as required.
• Valid driver's license.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move heavy objects, tools, and equipment as needed.
• Comfortable working at heights, including on ladders, and in confined or awkward spaces.
• Capable of standing, walking, bending, and performing manual labor for extended periods.

Benefits

• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Employer Subsidized Healthcare Benefits thru our 3rd party employer of record partner
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance thru our 3rd party employer of record partner
• 401k package

Commitment: This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed through our trusted Employer of Record partner, who manages payroll, benefits, and local compliance on our behalf. You will work day-to-day with the Avride team and be fully integrated into our culture and operations. This job is onsite and available to candidates local to the Austin, Texas area.

Candidates are required to be authorized to work in the U.S. The employer is not offering relocation, sponsorship, and remote work options are not available.