Dexterra

Maintenance Mechanic

Washington, DC, United States

Posted October 28, 2026

Job description

The Maintenance Mechanic will provide operation, inspection, installation, maintenance, monitoring, diagnostics and repair services for HVAC, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical systems, and other tasks for CMI’s customer in Washington, DC. Key Job Functions • Operation, inspection, monitoring, diagnostics, repair and maintenance of the HVAC, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical systems • Work with Lead Engineer and other staff to complete tasks related to building maintenance, repair and installation • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and perform physical tasks to include climbing ladders, lifting/carrying equipment & materials and using power tools. • Ability to work from blueprints, drawings, shop sketches and verbal instruction • Perform plumbing repairs to toilets, sinks, domestic water systems, sewer, storm, etc.; clear/snake stopped up drains; sweat copper pipe, join/install PVC pipe, etc. • Perform electrical repairs such as replacing light bulbs, ballasts, switches, outlets, etc. • Perform minor wall repairs, patching, prep and painting. • Cleaning and painting of Mechanical rooms is required occasionally. • Manage contractors and review projects to ensure compliance with building standards, and to ensure that work meets tenant satisfaction • Some overtime is required and on-call weekend duty rotation (every 4th week) is required. • At least a High School diploma • At least 5 yrs of relevant experience • Must be US citizen or permanent resident Alien • Must pass background check and be able to pass security clearance if necessary • Ability to work independently and prioritize work • Commitment to providing superior customer satisfaction COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS • Teamwork • Results orientation/operational excellence • Holding self and other accountable • Operational business thinking All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. CMI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.