Lead Maintenance Technician

Position: Lead Maintenance Technician

Location: Novi, MI

Job : 5319 # of Openings: 0

Detroit Catholic Central High School is a 200,000 square foot educational facility on a 115 acre campus located in Novi, Michigan. Our campus is a place where generations of Shamrocks have learned, grown, and become leaders in the Church and the world. It is also one of the most dynamic and beautiful private school campuses in Michigan, featuring modern academic wings, athletic facilities, chapels, gathering spaces, and the George & Mary Turek Hall of Science, a 57,000 square foot state‑of‑the‑art STEM facility designed to prepare students for a rapidly changing world.

The Lead Maintenance Technician ensures a safe, functional, and clean school environment for students and staff. This role combines hands‑on technical work with oversight of the maintenance team and outside contractors. Reporting to the Director of Facilities and Transportation, this position is a full‑time, non‑exempt position. The Lead Maintenance Technician will be scheduled to work Monday – Friday from 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM and may be required to work nights, weekends, emergency call‑ins, and overtime as needed.

Detroit Catholic Central High School offers highly competitive pay and benefits including health insurance, paid time off and holidays, a pension plan and a 403b retirement plan.

• A mission‑driven team that supports the daily life of the school community.
• A campus that blends tradition and innovation in a faith‑centered environment.
• Major school events, athletic gatherings, performances, retreats, and celebrations.
• A beautiful, highly regarded campus in a sought‑after Novi location.
• The behind‑the‑scenes work that makes extraordinary student experiences possible.

• Perform repairs across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and groundskeeping systems.
• Operate machinery for snow removal, including snow blowers, plow‑equipped trucks and utility vehicles.
• Operate and maintain specialized power tools (e.g., scrubbers, buffers, extractors, pressure washers, vacuums) to maintain high‑standard interior finishes.
• Manage inventory and labor tracking.
• Read and interpret blueprints, general safety/operating instructions, electrical schematics, etc.
• Secure multi‑building facilities including locking and unlocking doors and windows and reporting unauthorized occupants.
• Manage the logistics of school events, including furniture resets and technical setup for various groups. Move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools as needed.
• Ensure strict compliance with all safety and code requirements of the Federal, State and local municipalities; support and enforce all school policies and rules, safety regulations and guidelines.
• Lead team in the Director’s absence, or by direction, providing clear operational instructions to the team.

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Skilled trades experience with applicable licensing and certifications. At least 5 years of experience as a maintenance technician and at least 2 years in a lead maintenance technician role. Experience in a school environment is preferred.
• Demonstrated mastery in troubleshooting and repairing electrical, plumbing, construction, carpentry and heating and cooling systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of all relevant federal, state, county and city regulations.
• Ability to read and understand procedures, instructions, safety rules and technical documents.
• Possess a sound knowledge in supply mediums (electricity, heating, cooling) including a comprehensive understanding of energy management.
• Knowledge of standard custodial practices, equipment and supplies.
• Thorough knowledge of maintenance methods, procedures, practices, tools and equipment. Ability to plan and execute preventative maintenance measures.
• Must be a self‑starter, able to work independently, and under minimum supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with administration, peers, staff, teachers and parents.
• Proven problem solving and time management skills; ability to consistently meet deadlines and be punctual.
• Abi…