Facilities Technician Lead

Snohomish County•Everett, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Snohomish County Facilities is seeking a dedicated and skilled Detention Lead Maintenance Technician to work alongside our Detention Supervisor. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that all building systems, equipment, and infrastructure are properly maintained to meet the needs of our secure, 24/7 fast-paced Corrections Buildings. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, creative problem-solving abilities, advanced troubleshooting techniques and leadership skills to guide the maintenance team while upholding high standards of safety, communication, and professionalism. This position will assist the Supervisor to ensure the day to day maintenance tasks and requests are performed effectively and efficiently. BASIC FUNCTION Under direction, to lead, oversee and participate in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for maintenance, repair and construction of County properties that may include detention facilities that operate on a 24 hour basis. Job offers are contingent on successful completion of employment verification and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States. For any questions, reach out to [email protected] .

Requirements

Four (4) years experience performing a variety of supervisory and skilled commercial building maintenance work including experience working on call.
Prior lead experience for multiple commercial buildings.
Must be available to carry a cell phone to respond to emergencies, work overtime or on-call.
Can effectively utilize Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.) for the purpose of providing reports, spreadsheets and managing calendars.
Must pass job related tests.
A valid Washington State Driver's License is required for employment.
A valid CPR/First Aid/AED Card is required for employment
Candidates may be required to pass a post?offer physical examination prior to employment.
A criminal background check will be required prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

Electrician's license, plumber's license, or heating and air conditioning license preferred.
Experience leading and scheduling a crew of professional facilities technicians using a computerized maintenance management system.
Prior experience working on call in a major hospital, correctional or similar twenty-four hour and seven days a week critical work environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists the Facilities Supervisor and/or Manager for the purpose of scheduling, establishing priorities, troubleshooting building system (security, fire, HVAC, mechanical and/or electrical) problems, assigning tasks, coordinating work orders and projects and/or monitoring the work of other personnel and contractors.
Ensures that technicians and contractors are aware of and in compliance with county conduct policy, established safety practices; conducts preliminary investigations of on-the-job accidents and injuries; identifies the need and arranges for safety training and/or personal protective equipment to reduce the incidence of accidents and injuries.
Trains employees in work methods and procedures, sets standards, and monitors employees' performance on work orders, providing input to management staff for performance evaluations; makes recommendations to supervisor regarding employees' skills and required training; assists with technical on-the-job skills and soft-skill training and mentoring of assigned staff.
Maintains an inventory of equipment and supplies required for assigned maintenance projects; estimates time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisitions materials as required.
Serves as a lead worker over subordinate employees and contractors performing building systems and equipment maintenance, HVAC, carpentry, painting and electrical, electronic security, and (if assigned) grounds maintenance work; makes daily work assignments and instructs subordinates as necessary; inspects work in progress upon completion to ensure compliance with work orders, plans, specifications and standards; analyzes and resolves technical problems encountered in the work; enforces safety rules and regulations.
Has a full understanding of assigned contractors' scope of work, terms and schedules.
Investigates complaints and requests for general building maintenance, HVAC, carpentry, painting, electrical, electronic security, and grounds maintenance work; conducts site inspections and determines the extent of needed maintenance or repair work; prepares estimates of material, equipment and labor requirements for necessary maintenance and repair work.
Responds and assigns appropriate technicians and contractors to respond to emergency response events such as health, safety, fire, and/or flood events.
Acts as emergency response facility coordinator as needed following Continuity of Operations (COOP) protocol.
Maintains daily work records and employee time cards; prepares required written reports.
Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
Verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
Performs duties of other skilled maintenance staff as may be required in area(s) of expertise for the purpose of completing work orders in the repair, maintenance and improvement of county facilities.
Performs related duties as required.