Maintenance Mechanic Lead

Building Maintenance Mechanic Lead

OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED EVERY TWO WEEKS. Beltrami County is creating an eligibility list for a full-time, benefited Building Maintenance Mechanic Lead. Responsibilities include maintenance, inspection, and servicing of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and other equipment, and related work as apparent or assigned. The Lead also provides training and support for maintenance staff and monitors work for quality control.

The successful candidate will be assigned to work in all county buildings as needed. Shift times will be as follows:
Monday
- Friday (6 am - 2:30 pm Monday, 8 am - 4:30 pm Tuesday
- Friday). Shift times are subject to temporary adjustment based on department needs for snow events, urgent projects, or emergencies. Preferred hiring salary range is $32.92 to $35.98 per hour with a full range of $32.92 to $41.70 per hour. Placement depends on factors such as qualifications, internal equity, market conditions, and applicable policy guidelines. This position is anticipated to begin in January 2027, pending final approval by the County Board in December 2026

Education and Experience Minimum Requirements are:

• Associate's or Technical degree in electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling, refrigeration, electronics, or a related field.

OR

• A substitution of education and work experience may qualify:
  Four years of related work experience may be substituted for an Associate's or Technical degree.

AND

• Six years or more of work experience in electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling, refrigeration, electronics, building maintenance, or a related field.
• EPA Universal Refrigeration Certification.
• Valid MN driver's license.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Repairs, services, and manages heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, commercial kitchen, laundry machines, and other equipment in all County facilities.
• Analyzes mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security and other technical system failures; determines course of action for repair; completes repair or recommends specialized contracted assistance
• Provides technical assistance to department staff; assists in consultations with contractors and construction projects.
• Oversees maintenance staff scheduling including PTO, overtime, and emergency call-ins
• Works with purchase order system to create and provide purchase orders to maintenance staff, ensuring products are available for staff operations while staying within specified budget.
• Creates work orders and verifies that work orders are being completed in a timely manner; works with and directs maintenance staff to complete maintenance work orders and projects
• Works with Building Automated System (BAS) for daily monitoring of HVAC equipment and functionality to ensure proper operation and building occupant comfort
• Assists Director with budget and service contracts; coordinates with departments, supervisors, and outside agencies regarding concerns and requests; provides supervision to outside contractors in secure areas
• Assists with coordination of annual staff safety training; assists with interview and selection process for new Maintenance hires.
• Assists Director in conducting weekly meetings with maintenance staff
• Supports Facility & Safety Director, mechanical contractors, and outside vendors in obtaining quotes and proposals; assists with preparation of Capital…