Maintenance Mechanic

Overview

The Donohoe Companies is dedicated to the operation and maintenance of commercial and government buildings. As Washington, DC’s oldest real estate firm, we take pride in supporting and uplifting our talented employees—and it shows. For the third year in a row, Donohoe lands at #3 on the Washington Business Journal’s 2026 Corporate Diversity Index, and has earned a top 5 spot for the past five years. 

Perks & Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, FSA options, flexible vacation, commuter benefits, and a 401(k) with company match. We also offer standout perks such as tuition reimbursement for education and certifications, employee discount programs (including hotels and partner products), gym memberships, and an Employee Assistance Program with a wide range of supportive services. We value diversity and believe that teams thrive when everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. Join us and discover what the best work of your career could look like.

Responsibilities

The Donohoe Companies are seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join our team at a large facility in northwest Washington. Applicants should have at least three years of experience working in a sizable commercial facility.

Major Duties:

• Perform daily, weekly and monthly inspections of systems and associated equipment
• Perform preventative and general maintenance on a scheduled basis
• Maintain equipment to industry standards
• Diagnose and repair HVAC, plumbing, and electrical problems as required and/or as assigned by the supervisor
• Chillers, Cooling Towers, AHU's, VAV's, FCU's,Split Systems
• Provide assistance and support to sub-contractors designated to perform installation and/or repair of equipment and/or hardware as required
• Interface with the building manager and other customer representatives to ensure client satisfaction
• Complete daily, weekly, and/or monthly reports of system status as directed by supervisor
• Purchase materials and supplies, and maintain inventory as required for timely work completion
• Prepare and distribute daily, weekly and monthly reports of system status and work completed
• Prepare predictive maintenance on assigned equipment in order to prevent breakdowns and/or outages
• Must be able to pass background check
• Accurately document work performed on tickets and/or work orders

This position requires flexibility. Hours will range form: 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm, 11:00 pm to 7:00 am. 

Salary $30.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Preferably 3+ years of commercial building experience with knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems
• Hands-on equipment experience including, but not limited to changing filters, grease bearings, repairing flush valves, stop valves, changing ballast, light bulbs
• Must be flexible and able to work all shifts
• Must be able to pass a background check to obtain a site badge
• Requires reliable transportation
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Excellent customer service skills
• EPA Universal 608 (CFC) license

  EOE, including disability/veterans