Building maintenance worker vacancies in Belgium
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What does a building maintenance worker do?
How do I become a building maintenance worker? See the guideAs a building maintenance worker you maintain rooms and installations in and around buildings. Many people know this job as handyman, caretaker technician or all-round maintenance worker. You repair defects in sanitary and electrical installations, do small refurbishment jobs such as painting and keep an eye on the buildings and property in your care. You also maintain your own tools and equipment, and you always work according to the safety rules and with respect for the environment. Across Flanders you can find this role in schools, offices, homes, swimming pools and public buildings, where you work with your hands every day and no two days look the same.
Typical tasks
- Keep an eye on buildings and property
- Maintain rooms and installations in and around buildings
- Repair defects in sanitary and heating installations
- Maintain electrical installations
- Do painting and small refurbishment jobs
- Maintain your tools and equipment
- Work safely and with respect for the environment
Required skills
- Basic knowledge of sanitary work, electricity and painting
- Practical skills and technical insight
- Able to solve problems independently
- Physically fit for standing and lifting work
- A VCA certificate is an asset
- A driving licence B is often asked for travel between sites
What does a building maintenance worker earn?
Indicative Belgian pay range: €17–€23 gross per hour. Pay varies with experience, your technical skills and the type of employer. Employee pay estimate; actual pay depends on experience, sector pay scales and working hours. Premiums, overtime and benefits are separate.
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Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions about applying via Werkvolk.
What does a building maintenance worker do?
A building maintenance worker maintains rooms and installations in and around buildings. You repair defects in sanitary and electrical installations, do small refurbishment jobs such as painting and keep an eye on the buildings and property. You always work according to the safety rules and with respect for the environment.
How much does a building maintenance worker earn in Belgium?
Indicative Belgian pay range: €17–€23 gross per hour. Pay varies with experience, your technical skills and the type of employer. Employee pay estimate; actual pay depends on experience, sector pay scales and working hours. Premiums, overtime and benefits are separate.
Can you start as a building maintenance worker without experience?
Yes, this job is very accessible for starters. Employers mainly look at practical skills, motivation and a basic technical knowledge, and you learn a lot on the job from experienced colleagues. A short course in sanitary work, electricity or painting clearly improves your chances.
What career growth opportunities does a building maintenance worker have?
With experience you can grow into a team leader for building maintenance or deepen your skills as a building maintenance technician. Many maintenance workers also specialise in one trade, for example as a plasterer, painter and decorator or interior joinery installer. That way you choose whether you stay all-round or become a specialist.
In which sectors and environments does a building maintenance worker work?
You work in the installation and maintenance sector, focused on public spaces, buildings and premises. Think of schools, offices, homes, swimming pools and government buildings. You move around in and near the building all day and work both indoors and outdoors.
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