What does a maintenance worker do? Maintenance Workers perform general repairs and upkeep in buildings, including plumbing fixes, electrical work, painting, and equipment maintenance.. Find maintenance worker jobs near you with average pay $16-$26/hr, required skills, and career path.
A maintenance worker is responsible for Maintenance Workers perform general repairs and upkeep in buildings, including plumbing fixes, electrical work, painting, and equipment maintenance. Maintenance Workers perform general repairs and upkeep in buildings, including plumbing fixes, electrical work, painting, and equipment maintenance.
As a maintenance worker, you can expect to earn between $16 and $26 per hour depending on experience and location. According to BLS OEWS, May 2024, this role typically requires prior experience. It is generally a high job with medium scheduling.
Market rates for a maintenance worker range from $16 to $26/hr. A typical maintenance worker is responsible for Maintenance Workers perform general repairs and upkeep in buildings, including plumbing fixes, electrical work, painting, and equipment maintenance. Calculate your exact take-home pay or find current maintenance worker openings on Indeed Flex.
To succeed as a Maintenance Worker, you'll need a mix of hard skills and soft skills. Here are the most important ones:
Here is a typical career progression for a Maintenance Worker:
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Clock in, check work order queue, prioritize by urgency and category
Tool check, gather parts and supplies for the morning's tickets
First call - tenant work orders (leaks, electrical, drywall repair)
Break - 15 minutes
Preventive maintenance round - HVAC filters, fire extinguisher checks, exterior inspection
Lunch break - 30 minutes
Afternoon work orders - plumbing, common-area repairs, vendor coordination
Document completed work orders, restock truck/cart, brief on-call rotation
Company shirt or work shirt, durable pants, steel-toe boots, safety glasses when needed, tool belt visible. Hard hat in some facilities.
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