Carter Machinery
Location: Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA
Category: Facilities
Posted Date: September 3, 2026
Requisition_Number: FACIL006270
Schedule: Full Time

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Join a Company That’s Built to Elevate You.

At Carter Machinery, we don’t just offer jobs - we offer long-term careers defined by purpose, innovation, and impact. We’ve built an award-winning workplace where high achievers thrive, careers grow, and your work truly matters.

Our legacy is strong, our vision is bold, and our future is built on investing in the growth and well-being of our people. Whether you're turning a wrench, managing operations, or supporting customers, you play a vital role in powering industries that moves the world forward.

Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Technician

Location: Chesapeake, Virginia

Shift: 1st

Starting Compensation Range: $26.46 - $33.26 per hour

The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for providing the highest level of service and maintenance to assigned facilities to keep utilities and equipment in optimum operating condition.

Requirements for the Facilities Maintenance Technician position include:

• High mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot and perform mechanical repairs of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and carpentry
• Requires good communication skills. Must be able to positively interact with supervisor and understand problems and concerns relating to a repair
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Must have an excellent driving record
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work additional hours to meet demands
• Must be able to occasionally operate heavy machinery in a safe manner
• Promote a positive customer experience
• Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way

Seeking Candidates with:

• Minimum four years related experience, required
• Professional electrician’s license and HVAC trade certification, a plus
• High school diploma or GED, required

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently sit for extended periods of time
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 70 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Competitive Compensation and Benefits: 

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%
• Life and disability insurance
• In-house training instructors/programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Tool allowances and tool loans
• Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles
• Opportunities for overtime
• Shift differential (if applicable)

You’ll gain access to real learning, real advancement, and a real future in a company that’s reshaping what it means to lead in our industry. If you're looking for purpose, possibilities, and a team that wins together - you belong at Carter Machinery.

Come build what matters and build your future with us.

Actual base pay may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, education, geographic location, and other relevant business considerations. In addition to base pay, the compensation package may include participation in performance-based incentive programs (e.g., discretionary or non-discretionary plans), as well as overtime eligibility depending on the role.

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply.

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.