Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician

Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician in our Brooklyn Park, MN Location. The Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician provides hands-on leadership and technical support for the maintenance, repair, and operation of facility systems and equipment. This role coordinates daily maintenance activities, supports contractors and vendors, ensures safe and reliable building operations, and assists in leading maintenance personnel to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.

The position requires strong troubleshooting abilities, leadership skills, and working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and building automation systems within commercial, industrial, laboratory, or manufacturing environments.

All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.

• Lead and coordinate daily maintenance operations and assigned work orders.
• Provide guidance, mentoring, and technical support to maintenance staff and contractors.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain facility systems including:
• HVAC equipment
• Building automation systems (BAS)
• Electrical systems
• Plumbing systems
• Mechanical equipment
• Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Monitor and maintain temperature, humidity, and environmental controls in laboratory and production areas.
• Operate and troubleshoot building automation systems such as Honeywell EBI, Carrier i-Vu, or equivalent platforms.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance activities to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Support facility projects, renovations, installations, and contractor oversight.
• Manage outside contractors and service providers to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with facility standards and project requirements.
• Conduct contractor coordination activities including scope review, scheduling, permit verification, access coordination, and worksite inspections.
• Perform on-site contractor safety orientations and communicate facility safety expectations, emergency procedures, PPE requirements, and site-specific hazards prior to work activities.
• Ensure contractors comply with all applicable safety, environmental, and operational procedures while on-site.
• Respond to emergency maintenance calls and facility issues as needed.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to provide after-hours support for facility emergencies, equipment failures, and operational issues.
• Respond to after-hours alarms, environmental excursions, utility interruptions, and urgent maintenance requests in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and environmental requirements.
• Partner with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) teams to maintain safe working conditions.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, inspections, contractor documentation, and equipment records.
• Assist in inventory management for maintenance tools, supplies, and spare parts.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for facility reliability and operational efficiency.
• Participate in after-hours or weekend work as operational needs require.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, and work in mechanical spaces for extended periods.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations and work overtime, weekends, or on-call shifts as required.
• Other duties as assigned
You Must Have:
• High School Diploma/GED minimum
• Minimum of 5 years of facilities maintenance experience in commercial, industrial, laboratory, or manufacturing environments.
• Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status.
• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.
We Value:
• Technical school, trade certification, or associate degree in Facilities Maintenance, HVAC, Electrical, or related field preferred.
• Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Experience building automation and environmental monitoring systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Working knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Experience coordinating contractors, vendors, and facility service providers.
• Knowledge of contractor safety management and safe work practices.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication and team leadership skills.
• Proficient with CMMS systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Preferred
  
  Certifications:
  
  EPA Universal Certification, HVAC…