Maintenance Specialist Jobs
Maintenance Specialist jobs are open across property management, manufacturing, healthcare facilities, and hospitality, from entry-level technicians to senior and lead specialists, with common focuses in HVAC systems, electrical and plumbing repairs, and preventive maintenance programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Maintenance Repair Overhaul Material Specialist
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Alaska Airlines
Maintenance Repair Overhaul Material Specialist
Honolulu, Hawaii
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Airport Maintenance Specialist
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City of Corpus Christi, TX
Airport Maintenance Specialist
Corpus Christi, Texas
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Maintenance Property Technologies Specialist
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Sun Realty
Maintenance Property Technologies Specialist
Harbinger, North Carolina
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Resident Maintenance Specialist
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AMH
Resident Maintenance Specialist
Greensboro, North Carolina
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Building Maintenance Specialist ($4,000 Hiring Incentive)
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State of Arizona
Building Maintenance Specialist ($4,000 Hiring Incentive)
Phoenix, Arizona
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Maintenance Repair Overhaul Material Specialist
Alaska Airlines·Honolulu, Hawaii
Job functions:
$62k - $118k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+ employees
Job Description
Company: Alaska Airlines The Team:
Required
Required
Note: We don’t typically hire at the top of the range.
Total Rewards:
For more information about Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.
Regulatory Information:
(1) Recruit, hire, train and promote qualified persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and any other legally protected categories;
(2) Ensure that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements; and
(3) Ensure that all personnel actions and employment activities such as compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, return from layoff, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air sponsored programs, and tuition assistance will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
Employees and applicants for employment will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion or discrimination because they have engaged or may engage in (1) filing a complaint, (2) opposing any act or practice made unlawful by, or exercising any other right protected by, any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA, or (3) assisting or participating in any investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA.
Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air are regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT – regulations, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer or employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines/Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn.
FLSA Status: Exempt Employment Type: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Requisition Type: Management Location: Honolulu Featured Job: 0 L:: #LI-B
Guided by our purpose, core values, and leadership principles, we are creating an airline people love. Our corporate teams set the strategies and operational plans to ensure the success of our company. Whether we use our expertise in accounting, human resources, finance, planning, legal, marketing, or any of our operational divisions, our shared passion for travel and our guests is what motivates us to achieve excellence each day. If you share our passion for creating an airline people love, we want to hear from you.
Role Summary:
The MRO Material Specialist supports heavy maintenance material management for Alaska Airlines (AS) and Hawaiian Airlines (HA). As an individual contributor, this role provides technical expertise to Maintenance & Engineering (M&E) teams to support aircraft avionics, systems, and powerplant material requirements, assess emergent needs, monitor deferred items, identify corrective actions, and help ensure the timely and efficient execution of maintenance operations.
Key Duties:
MRO Material Specialist
- Take initiative to develop solutions by collaborating with various M&E departments for heavy maintenance, AOG or problem aircraft which may include on-site technical assistance as needed.
- With limited direction from Manager, ensures success of daily operational tasks, planning material support for engineering modifications (EOs), service bulletins (SBs) and airworthiness directives (ADs).
- Collaborate with maintenance planning and other departments to ensure material flow meets planned maintenance requirements and changes during maintenance execution.
- Applies knowledge in monitoring maintenance logs, ETOPS, delay/cancellation reports, and TRAX recurrent items to identify technical problems and/or recurrent technical issues.
- Develop, manage, and maintain strong relationships with vendors.
- Utilize Trax and various industry and supplier systems to manage order processing, inventory planning, and data analysis.
- Suggests new parts to be set up in active inventory, recommends inventory status be activated or inactivated as needed Identify and investigate vendor issues, negotiate resolutions and recommend alternatives that act in the best interest of the Company.
- Makes recommendations to partnering M&E departments on process improvement opportunities.
- Manages the execution of projects and process improvements within the Supply Chain Ops & Material Management department.
Senior MRO Material Specialist
- Acts as a subject matter expert in technical assistance by collaborating with various M&E departments for heavy maintenance, AOG or problem aircraft which may include on-site technical assistance as needed.
- Lead, mentor, train, and develop team members while overseeing daily operational execution and ensuring effective material support for engineering modifications, service bulletins, and airworthiness directives.
- Partner with Maintenance Planning and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure material availability, inventory optimization, and alignment with scheduled and emergent maintenance requirements.
- Analyze maintenance logs, ETOPS events, delay and cancellation reports, recurrent issues, and supply chain data to identify trends, resolve technical challenges, and drive operational improvements.
- Develop and manage strategic vendor relationships, resolve supplier performance issues, negotiate complex agreements and cost reductions, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Utilize TRAX and other industry systems to manage procurement, inventory planning, order processing, reporting, and data-driven decision-making.
- Lead departmental projects and process improvement initiatives, represent leadership during manager absences, and provide recommendations to improve material management and supply chain operations.
MRO Material Specialist
Required
- 2 years of experience in material support department (e.g. stores, repairs, purchasing, material control or maintenance) in an airline or third-party maintenance vendor system.
- Bachelor’s degree, or an additional two years of relevant training/experience in lieu of this degree.
- Excellent interpersonal communication (e.g., verbal, written, and listening) skills.
- Detailed oriented and highly organized, with ability to multi-task and work independently with limited guidance in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Preferred
- Experience in procurement and logistics with aircraft powerplant system, operation, and components knowledge.
Sr. MRO Material Specialist
Required
- 4 years of experience in material support department (e.g. stores, repairs, purchasing, material control or maintenance) in an airline or third-party maintenance vendor system, including experience troubleshooting aircraft avionics, systems, and powerplant, or related area
- Bachelor’s degree, or an additional two years of relevant training/experience in lieu of this degree.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication (e.g., verbal, written, and listening) skills.
- Detailed oriented and highly organized, with ability to multi-task and work independently with limited guidance in a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Preferred
- Experience in procurement and logistics with aircraft powerplant system, operation, and components knowledge.
Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.
Salary Range: $61,800-$118,300 / year Pay Details:
Intermediate level - $61,800 -$92,700
Senior Level - $78,850 - $118,300
Salary Details:
Pay will be based on multiple factors, including and not limited to location, relevant experience/level and skillset while balancing internal equity relative to other Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon employees. Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon is committed to fair, unbiased compensation along with competitive benefits in all locations in which we operate.
Note: We don’t typically hire at the top of the range.
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.
- Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air
- Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
- Generous 401k match program
- Annual bonus plans
- Generous holiday and paid time off
For more information about Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement
It is the policy of Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and to ensure equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and benefits of employment or potential employment.
It is the policy of Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and to ensure equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and benefits of employment or potential employment.
We also prohibit discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
We have established an EEO Compliance Program under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“Section 503”) and the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (“VEVRAA”). All applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. In addition, we have established an audit and reporting system to allow for effective measurement of its equal employment opportunity activities.
To implement this policy, we will:
(1) Recruit, hire, train and promote qualified persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and any other legally protected categories;
(2) Ensure that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements; and
(3) Ensure that all personnel actions and employment activities such as compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, return from layoff, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air sponsored programs, and tuition assistance will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
Employees and applicants for employment will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion or discrimination because they have engaged or may engage in (1) filing a complaint, (2) opposing any act or practice made unlawful by, or exercising any other right protected by, any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA, or (3) assisting or participating in any investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA.
Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air are regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT – regulations, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer or employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines/Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn.
Alaska Airlines
Maintenance Repair Overhaul Material Specialist
Honolulu, Hawaii
New 17h ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
$62k - $118k/yr
Bachelor's degree
Job Description
Company: Alaska Airlines The Team:
Required
Required
Note: We don’t typically hire at the top of the range.
Total Rewards:
For more information about Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.
Regulatory Information:
(1) Recruit, hire, train and promote qualified persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and any other legally protected categories;
(2) Ensure that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements; and
(3) Ensure that all personnel actions and employment activities such as compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, return from layoff, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air sponsored programs, and tuition assistance will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
Employees and applicants for employment will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion or discrimination because they have engaged or may engage in (1) filing a complaint, (2) opposing any act or practice made unlawful by, or exercising any other right protected by, any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA, or (3) assisting or participating in any investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA.
Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air are regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT – regulations, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer or employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines/Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn.
FLSA Status: Exempt Employment Type: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Requisition Type: Management Location: Honolulu Featured Job: 0 L:: #LI-B
Guided by our purpose, core values, and leadership principles, we are creating an airline people love. Our corporate teams set the strategies and operational plans to ensure the success of our company. Whether we use our expertise in accounting, human resources, finance, planning, legal, marketing, or any of our operational divisions, our shared passion for travel and our guests is what motivates us to achieve excellence each day. If you share our passion for creating an airline people love, we want to hear from you.
Role Summary:
The MRO Material Specialist supports heavy maintenance material management for Alaska Airlines (AS) and Hawaiian Airlines (HA). As an individual contributor, this role provides technical expertise to Maintenance & Engineering (M&E) teams to support aircraft avionics, systems, and powerplant material requirements, assess emergent needs, monitor deferred items, identify corrective actions, and help ensure the timely and efficient execution of maintenance operations.
Key Duties:
MRO Material Specialist
- Take initiative to develop solutions by collaborating with various M&E departments for heavy maintenance, AOG or problem aircraft which may include on-site technical assistance as needed.
- With limited direction from Manager, ensures success of daily operational tasks, planning material support for engineering modifications (EOs), service bulletins (SBs) and airworthiness directives (ADs).
- Collaborate with maintenance planning and other departments to ensure material flow meets planned maintenance requirements and changes during maintenance execution.
- Applies knowledge in monitoring maintenance logs, ETOPS, delay/cancellation reports, and TRAX recurrent items to identify technical problems and/or recurrent technical issues.
- Develop, manage, and maintain strong relationships with vendors.
- Utilize Trax and various industry and supplier systems to manage order processing, inventory planning, and data analysis.
- Suggests new parts to be set up in active inventory, recommends inventory status be activated or inactivated as needed Identify and investigate vendor issues, negotiate resolutions and recommend alternatives that act in the best interest of the Company.
- Makes recommendations to partnering M&E departments on process improvement opportunities.
- Manages the execution of projects and process improvements within the Supply Chain Ops & Material Management department.
Senior MRO Material Specialist
- Acts as a subject matter expert in technical assistance by collaborating with various M&E departments for heavy maintenance, AOG or problem aircraft which may include on-site technical assistance as needed.
- Lead, mentor, train, and develop team members while overseeing daily operational execution and ensuring effective material support for engineering modifications, service bulletins, and airworthiness directives.
- Partner with Maintenance Planning and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure material availability, inventory optimization, and alignment with scheduled and emergent maintenance requirements.
- Analyze maintenance logs, ETOPS events, delay and cancellation reports, recurrent issues, and supply chain data to identify trends, resolve technical challenges, and drive operational improvements.
- Develop and manage strategic vendor relationships, resolve supplier performance issues, negotiate complex agreements and cost reductions, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Utilize TRAX and other industry systems to manage procurement, inventory planning, order processing, reporting, and data-driven decision-making.
- Lead departmental projects and process improvement initiatives, represent leadership during manager absences, and provide recommendations to improve material management and supply chain operations.
MRO Material Specialist
Required
- 2 years of experience in material support department (e.g. stores, repairs, purchasing, material control or maintenance) in an airline or third-party maintenance vendor system.
- Bachelor’s degree, or an additional two years of relevant training/experience in lieu of this degree.
- Excellent interpersonal communication (e.g., verbal, written, and listening) skills.
- Detailed oriented and highly organized, with ability to multi-task and work independently with limited guidance in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Preferred
- Experience in procurement and logistics with aircraft powerplant system, operation, and components knowledge.
Sr. MRO Material Specialist
Required
- 4 years of experience in material support department (e.g. stores, repairs, purchasing, material control or maintenance) in an airline or third-party maintenance vendor system, including experience troubleshooting aircraft avionics, systems, and powerplant, or related area
- Bachelor’s degree, or an additional two years of relevant training/experience in lieu of this degree.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication (e.g., verbal, written, and listening) skills.
- Detailed oriented and highly organized, with ability to multi-task and work independently with limited guidance in a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Preferred
- Experience in procurement and logistics with aircraft powerplant system, operation, and components knowledge.
Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.
Salary Range: $61,800-$118,300 / year Pay Details:
Intermediate level - $61,800 -$92,700
Senior Level - $78,850 - $118,300
Salary Details:
Pay will be based on multiple factors, including and not limited to location, relevant experience/level and skillset while balancing internal equity relative to other Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon employees. Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon is committed to fair, unbiased compensation along with competitive benefits in all locations in which we operate.
Note: We don’t typically hire at the top of the range.
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.
- Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air
- Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
- Generous 401k match program
- Annual bonus plans
- Generous holiday and paid time off
For more information about Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement
It is the policy of Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and to ensure equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and benefits of employment or potential employment.
It is the policy of Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and to ensure equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and benefits of employment or potential employment.
We also prohibit discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
We have established an EEO Compliance Program under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“Section 503”) and the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (“VEVRAA”). All applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. In addition, we have established an audit and reporting system to allow for effective measurement of its equal employment opportunity activities.
To implement this policy, we will:
(1) Recruit, hire, train and promote qualified persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and any other legally protected categories;
(2) Ensure that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements; and
(3) Ensure that all personnel actions and employment activities such as compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, return from layoff, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air sponsored programs, and tuition assistance will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
Employees and applicants for employment will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion or discrimination because they have engaged or may engage in (1) filing a complaint, (2) opposing any act or practice made unlawful by, or exercising any other right protected by, any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA, or (3) assisting or participating in any investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA.
Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air are regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT – regulations, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer or employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines/Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn.
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Who's Hiring
- State of Colorado24
- G and M Oil Company10G
- SPS PoolCare9
- Maverick Tech9
- O'Reilly Auto Parts9
Top Industries Hiring
- Government & Public Sector
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Retail
- Education
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance specialist jobs.
- High school diploma or GED with two or more years of hands-on maintenance experience
- Proficiency in electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems troubleshooting and repair
- HVAC EPA 608 certification or equivalent refrigerant handling credential
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 general industry safety certification
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to move between work sites
Tips for Your Maintenance Specialist Job Search
Quantify your preventive maintenance results
Hiring managers want to see impact, not just duties. On your resume, note how your scheduled inspections reduced equipment downtime or extended asset life. Concrete outcomes tied to specific systems you maintained carry more weight than a list of tasks.
List certifications before your work history
Certifications like HVAC EPA 608, OSHA 10 or 30, and electrical licenses are filtering criteria for many postings. Place them in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so recruiters and applicant tracking systems catch them before reading your full experience.
Target postings that match your equipment experience
Maintenance specialist roles vary sharply by facility type. A role at a manufacturing plant demands different equipment knowledge than a commercial property or hospital. Filter your search by industry vertical and read each posting for the specific systems named before you apply.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists maintenance specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a hands-on skills assessment
Many employers include a practical component alongside the interview, asking you to diagnose a simulated fault, read a wiring diagram, or walk through a maintenance log. Review the specific systems the job posting mentions and be ready to explain your troubleshooting process out loud.
Negotiate shift differentials and on-call terms
Maintenance roles often involve nights, weekends, or on-call rotations that affect your real compensation. Before accepting an offer, ask how on-call pay is structured, how frequently emergency callouts occur, and whether shift differentials apply to overtime hours.
Maintenance Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most maintenance specialists?
State of Colorado, G and M Oil Company, and SPS PoolCare are hiring the most maintenance specialists right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, North Carolina, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand tends to be highest in property management groups and large manufacturing operations with ongoing facility needs.
How many maintenance specialist jobs are remote?
About 12% of maintenance specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is low compared to most office-based roles. The remote share is highest in coordination and documentation-heavy positions, such as maintenance planning, work order management, and facilities administration, rather than hands-on technician roles.
How do you become a maintenance specialist?
Start by earning a high school diploma or GED, then build hands-on skills through vocational training, a trade apprenticeship, or an entry-level facilities technician role. Pursue relevant certifications such as EPA 608 for HVAC work and OSHA safety training. Gaining experience across multiple building systems, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical, makes you competitive for specialist-level positions.
Can you get hired as a maintenance specialist with little experience?
Yes, many employers will hire candidates with limited formal experience if you can demonstrate hands-on mechanical aptitude. Personal projects, home repair experience, and vocational coursework all count. Targeting smaller properties or entry-level facilities assistant roles first lets you build a documented work history with specific systems before applying to specialist positions that require broader expertise.
What does the maintenance specialist interview process look like?
Most employers conduct a phone screen focused on your equipment background, followed by an in-person or on-site interview with a facilities manager or supervisor. Expect questions about how you prioritize work orders, handle emergency repairs, and document completed tasks. Some employers include a brief practical assessment or a tour of the facility to discuss how you would approach specific systems.
Where can I find and apply to maintenance specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to maintenance specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available listings, find roles that match your skills and location, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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