Maintenance

Maintenance jobs come in all shapes and sizes. Different companies and cities hire maintenance workers everyday to handle small tasks and big tasks. People who score high on an aptitude test for maintenance work usually possesses these traits:

-Focused
-Likes steady work
-Enjoys jobs that aren't fast paced
-Good with their hands
-Jack of all trades

A job as a maintenance worker is usually experienced in different trade fields including electrical, plumbing, construction, painting, and more.

A maintenance worker will usually perform these tasks:

Grounds

This will include jobs like mowing, pulling weeds, trimming, replacing sprinkler heads, replacing/installing water fountains, and replacing hot water heaters. Some of these tasks require the worker to be outside for a definite amount of time.

Glazier

This has to do with the repair of glass. If a glass window is broken, the maintenance worker will have to clean the broken area and put in an order to have it replaced.

Electrical

A maintenance worker will usually just perform the basic electrical tasks such like replacing light sockets. The electrical tasks can be as easy as replacing light bulbs. However, sometimes it may be required to fix circuitry if needed.

Masonry

If there are sidewalk blocks that are cracked, a facility may have the maintenance team remove the old block, mix new concrete, and pour it into the space to make new slabs.

Plumbing

A worker will usually perform basic tasks like replacing toilets, fixing clogged lines, and replacing minor parts like fittings and washers.

Because a job as a maintenance worker require basic knowledge of a lot of trades, it is recommended that the hired worker have previous experience in multiple fields, or as a previous maintenance worker. A resume with a trade school also helps.

The average salary for a maintenance worker is roughly around $35,000-$41,000. That all depends on experience and education.

A job in maintenance does not require too much from an individual and it is a great way to broaden your knowledge of certain trades. As companies continue to grow and move out of recession, the need for maintenance workers will grow.