General Maintenance Worker Jobs in Massachusetts
General Maintenance Worker jobs in Massachusetts are concentrated in Boston, Worcester, and Springfield, where universities, healthcare systems, and commercial real estate portfolios generate steady demand for hands-on facilities talent at every level from entry-level to lead technician. Large institutions such as Harvard University, Mass General Brigham, and CBRE keep consistent pipelines open for workers skilled in HVAC maintenance, plumbing repairs, and electrical troubleshooting. Massachusetts is one of the more active markets in the Northeast for this role, with openings across both urban campuses and suburban industrial facilities. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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See related jobsMelrose/Wakefield Hospital is Looking For a Full-time General Maintenance Worker. Apply Today and Learn More!!
Melrose/Wakefield Hospital, part of the Tufts Medicine system, has been offering the highest quality and accessible healthcare to the local community for over 130 years. With two hospital campuses, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special Care Nursery, Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center and over 20 locations and 50 specialties, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital offers many opportunities to grow your career.
If you are passionate about providing care in your local community, come join our team!
What We Offer:
Competitive salaries
Medical, dental, vision insurance that start on day one
403(b) retirement plan with company match
Generous earned time benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Free on-campus parking
Location: Melrose/Wakefield Hospital - 575 Lebanon Street - Melrose, MA
Hours: 40 hours a week - 2nd shift/evenings
Job Overview
Performs a variety of general maintenance, preventive maintenance, inspection, servicing, repair, overhaul and construction duties in hospital buildings and grounds areas. Carries out tasks within capabilities involving a variety of maintenance crafts such as sheet metal, plumbing and pipe fitting, carpentry, tile setting, painting, electrical and roof maintenance.
Minimum Qualifications
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. One (1) year of building maintenance.
3. On the job training in one or more building trades.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Completion of a vocational/trade school program.
2. Two (2) years of building maintenance.
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Responsible for the containment of hospital costs and conservation of supplies and equipment.
1. Performs electrical repairs such as, removal, replacement of switches, ballasts, motors, motor controls, etc.
2. Performs plumbing such as, drains, fixtures, rodding, cleaning, etc., as assigned.
3. Performs minor carpentry such as, the installation and repair of such items as doors, shelving, locks, etc. as needed.
4. Performs repairs to plaster, brickwork or concrete as needed. Solders and welds materials, as needed.
5. Performs service and preventative maintenance on hospital equipment and systems.
6. Repairs patient electrical, mechanical and electrical beds and equipment, as assigned, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals and manufacturers’ specifications.
7. Checks all lighting in and around the hospital buildings on a regular basis.
8. Replaces bulbs and/or make necessary repairs to fixtures; repairs various types of electrical circuits and devices, as needed; cleans fixtures on a regular basis.
9. Checks hospital systems for proper function (i.e., electrical power, air handling units, medical gas, steam boiler operation, hot water, etc.).
10. Removes and replaces defective or outdated equipment. Procures necessary parts and materials for jobs.
11. Inspects and repairs safety equipment installed throughout the hospital.
12. Cleans work shop and mechanical equipment. Handles hazardous materials carefully, safety and disposes it properly.
13. Makes necessary repairs safety equipment installed throughout the hospital. Performs project work, as assigned.
14. Installs new equipment as per manufacturers specifications.
15. Performs preventative maintenance on hospital equipment and systems.
16. Participate in all snow removal and sanding functions.
17. Assists other co-workers with trouble-shooting and necessary repairs as well as installation of new service or projects related to Plant operations.
18. Seeks a standard of work that is equal to or above that which is required (i.e., applicable codes and standards).
19. Regularly adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments or installs special functional and structural parts, as required.
20. Maintains inventory; reorders parts as necessary and keeps storage area neatly organized.
About Melrose/Wakefield Hospital
Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind: the people of north suburban Boston. MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services. Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity. We focus on reducing health disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians.
Core to our values, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital’s commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$20.12 - $25.15
based on full-time equivalent
Melrose/Wakefield Hospital is Looking For a Full-time General Maintenance Worker. Apply Today and Learn More!!
Melrose/Wakefield Hospital, part of the Tufts Medicine system, has been offering the highest quality and accessible healthcare to the local community for over 130 years. With two hospital campuses, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special Care Nursery, Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center and over 20 locations and 50 specialties, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital offers many opportunities to grow your career.
If you are passionate about providing care in your local community, come join our team!
What We Offer:
Competitive salaries
Medical, dental, vision insurance that start on day one
403(b) retirement plan with company match
Generous earned time benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Free on-campus parking
Location: Melrose/Wakefield Hospital - 575 Lebanon Street - Melrose, MA
Hours: 40 hours a week - 2nd shift/evenings
Job Overview
Performs a variety of general maintenance, preventive maintenance, inspection, servicing, repair, overhaul and construction duties in hospital buildings and grounds areas. Carries out tasks within capabilities involving a variety of maintenance crafts such as sheet metal, plumbing and pipe fitting, carpentry, tile setting, painting, electrical and roof maintenance.
Minimum Qualifications
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. One (1) year of building maintenance.
3. On the job training in one or more building trades.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Completion of a vocational/trade school program.
2. Two (2) years of building maintenance.
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Responsible for the containment of hospital costs and conservation of supplies and equipment.
1. Performs electrical repairs such as, removal, replacement of switches, ballasts, motors, motor controls, etc.
2. Performs plumbing such as, drains, fixtures, rodding, cleaning, etc., as assigned.
3. Performs minor carpentry such as, the installation and repair of such items as doors, shelving, locks, etc. as needed.
4. Performs repairs to plaster, brickwork or concrete as needed. Solders and welds materials, as needed.
5. Performs service and preventative maintenance on hospital equipment and systems.
6. Repairs patient electrical, mechanical and electrical beds and equipment, as assigned, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals and manufacturers’ specifications.
7. Checks all lighting in and around the hospital buildings on a regular basis.
8. Replaces bulbs and/or make necessary repairs to fixtures; repairs various types of electrical circuits and devices, as needed; cleans fixtures on a regular basis.
9. Checks hospital systems for proper function (i.e., electrical power, air handling units, medical gas, steam boiler operation, hot water, etc.).
10. Removes and replaces defective or outdated equipment. Procures necessary parts and materials for jobs.
11. Inspects and repairs safety equipment installed throughout the hospital.
12. Cleans work shop and mechanical equipment. Handles hazardous materials carefully, safety and disposes it properly.
13. Makes necessary repairs safety equipment installed throughout the hospital. Performs project work, as assigned.
14. Installs new equipment as per manufacturers specifications.
15. Performs preventative maintenance on hospital equipment and systems.
16. Participate in all snow removal and sanding functions.
17. Assists other co-workers with trouble-shooting and necessary repairs as well as installation of new service or projects related to Plant operations.
18. Seeks a standard of work that is equal to or above that which is required (i.e., applicable codes and standards).
19. Regularly adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments or installs special functional and structural parts, as required.
20. Maintains inventory; reorders parts as necessary and keeps storage area neatly organized.
About Melrose/Wakefield Hospital
Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind: the people of north suburban Boston. MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services. Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity. We focus on reducing health disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians.
Core to our values, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital’s commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$20.12 - $25.15
based on full-time equivalent
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in general maintenance worker jobs across Massachusetts.
- High school diploma or GED recognized by Massachusetts educational standards
- Hands-on experience with HVAC systems, plumbing, and basic electrical repairs
- Ability to perform preventive maintenance and complete work orders independently
- Valid Massachusetts driver's license and reliable transportation for multi-site roles
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and proper use of personal protective equipment
- Basic proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems or work order software
General Maintenance Worker Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a general maintenance worker in Massachusetts?
Most general maintenance workers in Massachusetts enter through a high school diploma or GED combined with hands-on trade experience or a vocational program. Massachusetts does not require a single state license for the general maintenance worker title, but workers who perform electrical or plumbing tasks beyond basic repairs typically need a Massachusetts journeyman or master license issued by the Board of State Examiners of Electricians or the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Vocational-technical schools across the state offer certificates that employers treat as strong qualifications.
Which companies hire general maintenance workers in Massachusetts?
Companies currently hiring general maintenance workers in Massachusetts include MelroseWakefield Healthcare, Mad Mikes, and WORK INCORPORATED, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of hospitals, universities, and commercial property management firms means institutional employers tend to be among the most consistent sources of openings in the state.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most general maintenance worker jobs?
The cities with the most general maintenance worker openings in Massachusetts are Medford, Melrose, and Dorchester. Boston leads because of its high density of hospitals, universities, and commercial office buildings, while Worcester and Springfield generate demand through manufacturing facilities, public school systems, and regional healthcare campuses that require ongoing building and equipment upkeep.
Are there remote general maintenance worker jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. General maintenance work is inherently hands-on and tied to physical facilities, so most roles require on-site presence. About 0% of general maintenance worker openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to be in maintenance coordination or facilities management roles where scheduling and vendor oversight can be handled off-site rather than direct repair work.
How can I get hired as a general maintenance worker in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a maintenance assistant or custodial technician role at a large Massachusetts institution, which often serves as a direct stepping stone. Hospital systems like Mass General Brigham and university facilities departments at schools such as UMass Amherst regularly hire entry-level maintenance helpers and offer on-the-job training. Completing a certificate program at a Massachusetts vocational-technical school strengthens your application considerably, as does holding a valid driver's license and basic OSHA-10 certification, both of which appear frequently in entry-level postings.
Where can I find and apply to general maintenance worker jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to general maintenance worker jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the available roles, find ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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