Facility Technician Lead

Child Development Schools, Inc.•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Lead Facilities Technician is the primary local source of preventive and repair maintenance at our school buildings and surrounding property. This role ensures that our schools remain safe, functional, and inviting environments for children, families, and staff. In addition to performing hands-on maintenance at 12-15 sites, the Lead Facilities Technician provides leadership and oversight for one Facilities Technician. The Lead ensures proper schedule adherence, area inspections, work order management, and vendor coordination. This role reports directly to the Facilities Manager.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license.
Ability to pass motor vehicle background check.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Experience working within a computerized work order management system.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders and inspect roofs safely.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with school staff.

Nice To Haves

EPA/HVAC License (Preferred but not required).
Prior experience in a lead or supervisory maintenance role preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide and maintain a safe and comfortable environment for children in our care.
Perform preventive maintenance and general repairs to building interiors, exteriors, and operating systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, and lighting.
Identify safety issues and correct them immediately.
Perform general carpentry, minor wall patching, painting, and roof repairs.
Address plumbing leaks and ensure functionality of plumbing fixtures.
Ensure lights, electrical switches, and outlets are safe and operational.
Perform safety and security inspections of playgrounds and property.
Assist in inspections of renovations and new construction.
Identify potential capital replacement needs and communicate recommendations to management.
Provide daily oversight and direction to one Facilities Technician.
Ensure the reporting Technician adheres to their assigned rotating schedule and completes required Preventative Maintenance (PM) tasks.
Ensure all time is logged accurately in the work order system.
Maintain high standards of workmanship and professionalism.
Conduct routine inspections of the assigned Technician’s area to ensure quality and safety standards are upheld.
Provide coaching, feedback, and communication to the Facilities Manager regarding performance concerns or improvements.
Create, update, and close work orders in the Facilities Management system.
Track labor hours, material usage, and maintenance metrics.
Monitor open and declined work orders.
Assign declined work orders to approved vendors in a timely manner.
Engage and monitor vendors for repairs requiring external support.
Clearly articulate issues to vendors and ensure economical, appropriate repair solutions.
Monitor vendor performance including landscaping, snow removal, pest control, and repair contractors.
Utilize Excel for tracking maintenance data, vendor assignments, reporting metrics, and operational oversight.
Maintain accurate digital documentation through work order systems.
Order materials and manage inventory using company systems.
Submit accurate time records and maintain scheduling documentation.