Lead Maintenance - Plumbing

Compensation Type: Hourly

Compensation: $26.81

Job Summary

The Maintenance Lead is responsible for leading a team of Maintenance Technicians by assigning and monitoring work assignments, mentoring and training staff, leading by example, exhibiting professionalism, communicating expectations, and developing working relationship with the maintenance team. The Maintenance Lead performs complex tasks related to day-to-day inspections, preventive maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment and stays proficient in various skilled trades.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Maintenance Lead

• Assists supervisor in assigning and monitoring work assignments by leading a team of Facilities Maintenance Technicians. Mentors, trains, and provides technical expertise to other staff. Trains employees and provides instruction to work teams as needed. Performs complex tasks related to day-to-day inspections, preventive maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment and stays proficient in various skilled trades (i.e., plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, electrical, roofing, etc.).
• Oversees and trains Maintenance Technicians in maintenance, repairs, and projects related to campus facilities in compliance with Work Orders/PM’s and maintenance schedule. Oversees/trains/inspects Maintenance Technicians electrical repairs and motor replacement, lighting ballast and bulbs, electric switches, fuses, circuit breakers, receptacles, minor electric wiring installation and repairs. Performs routine building inspections, creates quotes for (in house) Union labor projects, and demonstrates excellent customer relations skills.
• Identifies, communicates, coordinates, and completes projects and work performed in the assigned area(s). Oversees/trains/inspects building plumbing system, fix water leaks, unclog drains and replace seals and valves. Repairs and replaces sink and floors drains, faucets, and other fixtures.
• Responds to emergency situations and evaluates and corrects defects. Oversees/trains/inspects preventive and repair maintenance duties of heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems (proficient in automation controls). May assist with installing new units or replacement parts for existing units according to specifications and established safety guidelines. (e.g., cleaning or changing filters, lubricating motors, tightening belts, etc.)

Maintenance Support

• Clears walks, stairs, parking lots and roadways of ice and snow. Shovels and applies calcium and salt to areas. Utilizes shovels, snow blowers, tractors, salt spreaders, and trucks for snow removal. Applies salt, calcium, and sand to various areas to melt ice and provide safer conditions. Provides general support in other areas and assists with set-ups during special events.
• Leads by example, exhibits professionalism, communicates expectations, and develops working relationship with entire maintenance team with no bias, prejudice, or favoritism. Assists other trades as needed, adheres to all safety practices and procedures, and cleans and maintains work areas and equipment. Provides a high level of customer service and communicates to customers, coworkers and supervision via written, electronic, and verbal methods and devices.

Administration

• Maintains accurate records of all equipment repairs, maintenance, and expenditures. May review purchase invoices and approve for payment. Makes routine purchases as authorized by management. Enters, fulfills, and submits completed PM’s/Works Orders in an accurate and timely manner.

Culture of Respect

• Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

• Attends all required department meetings and training.
• Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and predictable attendance.
• Assist the Police Department during evacuations and emergencies. Assists at off-campus locations with maintenance and supply delivery.

Minimum Education and Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or GED and five (5) years of demonstrable experience working in various trades (i.e., plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, electrical).

Licenses and Certifications:

• State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s).
• Must be insurable to operate a vehicle as a condition of initial and continued employment.

Physical Conditions:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabili