Facilities Maintenance Lead

Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District • West Jordan, UT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District is seeking a skilled, motivated, and dependable Facilities Maintenance Lead to maintain and improve the facilities and infrastructure that support the District’s mission of providing clean, reliable water to the community. The role involves hands-on maintenance work, troubleshooting technical problems, and helping lead a team. The successful candidate will work alongside the maintenance crew, coordinate daily activities, promote safe work practices, and assist the supervisor in keeping District facilities operating safely and efficiently.

The position is physically active and on-site, involving indoor and outdoor maintenance, operation of heavy equipment, lifting, and work in varying environmental conditions. The schedule is a four-day, 40-hour workweek, generally Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The role also includes a rotating 24-hour emergency standby schedule, generally one to two weeks every three to four weeks, during which the employee must be able to respond to work within 30 minutes. Occasional overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Applicants selected for employment may be subject to a background check and drug screening as conditions of employment. Any offer is contingent on satisfactory completion of these screenings.

Requirements

• High school diploma and specialized training or education in maintenance-related trades such as electrical, plumbing, or carpentry.
• At least two years of job-related maintenance experience.
• Utah driver’s license and Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Utah Grade IV Treatment and/or Distribution Certification.
• Man lift and forklift certifications.
• Ability to successfully complete respiratory medical evaluations and respirator fit testing.
• Ability to obtain Electrical Safety/Arc Flash and Chlorine Safety certifications within six months.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of lead, supervisory, or project management experience.
• Broad experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and facility systems.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and guide others while maintaining a team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support maintenance crews performing preventive maintenance, repairs, and improvements at District facilities, buildings, and grounds.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment and systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, pumps, boilers, chillers, irrigation systems, and other mechanical equipment.
• Coordinate daily work assignments, assist with scheduling, and provide training and guidance to crew members.
• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring proper procedures, equipment use, and safe working conditions.
• Operate equipment and vehicles, including forklifts, man lifts, backhoes, skid steers, and commercial vehicles.
• Use maintenance management software (CMMS) to track work orders, schedule maintenance, maintain records, and prepare reports.
• Assist with emergency response, snow removal, and other operational needs, including rotating after-hours standby assignments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED