Lead Facilities Technician

LEAD FACILITIES TECHNICIAN – Del Mar College - Corporate Services

Posting Number: S1146
Open to:
All Applicants

Job Title:

LEAD FACILITIES TECHNICIAN
Department:
Physical Facilities
Position Type:
Non-Exempt Employment
Status:
Full-Time-Staff
Salary: $17.57 - $27.45 per hour
Open Date: 12/10/2025
Close Date:
Open Until Filled

The Lead Facilities Technician is responsible for performing general building maintenance work and routine preventative maintenance throughout College facilities. The role includes monitoring and keeping the campus and facilities clean, orderly, and in good presentable condition, providing operational, building maintenance, housekeeping, grounds, and basic support for College events, classes, and community needs. Duties include light carpentry and painting, supervision of moves and setups, and coverage of all college campuses as needed.

• Six (6) years of experience in facilities maintenance or grounds maintenance service.
• Valid Driver License with the ability to obtain a Texas Driver License within 90 days of hire and be insurable by Del Mar College.

• Knowledge of standard methods, practices, tools, and equipment used in facilities maintenance, grounds keeping, and housekeeping services.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards, fire and safety rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of electrical power tools, small hand tools, and cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of the use of carpentry power tools and hand tools.
• Knowledge of the use of painting equipment, tools, and paint products.
• Knowledge of the use of powered lawn equipment and tools.
• Knowledge of custodial equipment, tools, and cleaning products.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including customer service orientation.
• Ability to use computers and software to access data, generate reports and Excel spreadsheets, generate PowerPoint presentations, maintain records, and communicate with staff.
• Ability to read and take written or oral instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, drawings, specifications, and related technical documents.
• Ability to plan, schedule, direct and coordinate the work of subordinates in a maintenance environment.
• Ability to supervise subordinate staff in a congenial manner and work as an effective team.
• Physical ability to perform moderately heavy work, lifting up to 50 pounds, crawling, and working outdoors during inclement weather.

• Six (6) years of experience in commercial facility/building maintenance with three (3) years of supervisory experience of building or general maintenance workers.
• Experience working in a maintenance/building trade such as general building maintenance, carpentry, and/or painting.
• Experience with planning and implementing moves and setups for special events.
• Proficiency in computers and software: e-mail, word processing, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in internet use to access the work order system, maintain online records, and generate reports.

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

• Observe the appearance and conditions of Heritage Campus and Windward Campus premises daily; report any items requiring corrective action, safety hazards, or non-performance of contractor services to the Physical Facilities Office.
• Respond to building service calls which may involve emergency spills and plumbing backups.
• Set-up and/or tear-down tables, chairs, or other furnishings for meetings, events, or special functions.
• Monitor restrooms to maintain cleanliness and to keep properly stocked.
• Monitor elevators, hallways, stairwells, and entryways to keep them cleaned.
• Monitor buildings and grounds and pick-up and/or remove trash and debris; dispose of trash and debris in approved receptacles.
• Operate grounds equipment to assist Grounds Crew when needed or as directed.
• Determine, acquire, and prepare equipment and supplies to perform assigned tasks; identify and report non-operational dispensers/equipment as needed.
• Power wash sidewalks, building exteriors and entry ways to ensure cleanliness and remove foreign matter; maintain power washing equipment.
• Set-up and take down promotional banners, signs, and posters from campus locations.
• Assist with closing campus during emergency situations.
• Perform building maintenance work, including but not limited to carpentry, repairing walls and ceilings, painting, replacing door locks and hardware.
• Carpentry work…