Lead Maintenance Team

Job Description

Overview:

The Maintenance team lead shares the responsibility for the overall operation, maintenance, reliability, and performance of building systems with a primary focus on Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) infrastructure. This position oversees preventive maintenance programs, regulatory compliance, and emergency response activities to ensure the safe, efficient, and uninterrupted operation of facilities.

The ideal candidate possesses extensive hands-on and some team leading experience with complex commercial building systems and can help lead maintenance personnel and contractor as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Mechanical Systems

Manage maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems including:

Chillers

Cooling towers

Air handling units (AHUs)

Variable air volume (VAV) systems

Pumps

Building automation systems (BAS/BMS)

Complete and log preventive maintenance programs

Troubleshoot complex HVAC and mechanical system failures

Review mechanical drawings

Help coordinate major equipment replacements and system upgrades

Electrical Systems

Medium and low voltage electrical distribution systems

Emergency generators

Automatic transfer switches (ATS)

Lighting and lighting control systems

Help lead response efforts during power outages and emergency events

Plumbing and Utility Systems

Manage domestic water, sanitary, stormwater, and specialty plumbing systems

Help oversee water treatment programs and backflow prevention compliance

Monitor and maintain pumps, water heaters, pressure-reducing stations, and related infrastructure

Ensure plumbing systems operate in compliance with local codes and regulations

Fire Life Safety Systems

Fire alarm systems

Sprinkler systems

Fire pumps

Emergency lighting

Smoke control systems

Help coordinate regulatory inspections and corrective actions.

Building Automation & Controls

Help Manage Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS)

Help coordinate controls upgrades, programming modifications, and system integrations

Maintenance & Reliability

Properly maintain comprehensive preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs and documentation for compliance

Utilize CMMS software to track work orders, maintenance history, equipment performance, and asset lifecycle management

Keep and maintain accurate asset inventories, supplies and equipment documentation

Leadership & Team Management

Help lead maintenance technicians

Help provide technical leadership and mentorship

Help establish staffing plans and on-call coverage schedules

Contribute to culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement

Requirements

· Trade school trained and a minimum of 5 years of experience in building operations experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

· Must take on-call shift rotation for after-hours and weekends emergencies (shared with others)

· Appropriate license/permit for trade is preferred, i.e. Journeyman or Electrician License or City Licenses, such as Refrigeration Certificate, High Pressure Boiler License, High Pressure Steam Operator, etc.

· Experience with repair of HVAC, boilers, heaters, pumps, refrigerant systems, compressors, water systems, plumbing and electrical

· Basic skills with Microsoft Office Outlook, Word and Excel

· Ability to understand and give general instructions in standard situations

· Must effectively present information to teammates, leadership, and tenants

· Stooping, standing, climbing and frequent lifting of a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pump, tools, ladders) and ability to safely install rigging/lifting device

· Lift and carry objects of up to 50 pounds for distances of up to 30 feet

· May be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments)

· Climb ladders and stair

Job Type: Full-time, in person

Pay Range: $60,000-65,000 annually

Benefits:

401(k) with company matching

Health, Dental and Vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible schedule, including special summer hours

Professional development assistance

Free Parking

Potential for annual bonuses

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, in person

On-call required

Full-time