Maintenance Technician - Lead

Job Description

Keep Our Campus Running Smoothly

At Indian River State College, our campuses are active, high-performing environments that support student learning every day. This position plays an essential role in ensuring that buildings, systems, and grounds are safe, functional, and well-maintained across the district.

If you are highly skilled in maintenance operations, enjoy solving technical challenges, and take pride in keeping facilities operating at their best, this role offers steady, meaningful work in a mission-driven environment.

About Us

Indian River State College is a leading public institution located on Florida's Treasure Coast, serving students across multiple campuses in four counties. We are dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement, offering associate and bachelor's degrees, workforce training, and continuing education programs.

At The River, we believe every student's and employee's story matters. We value the different perspectives, experiences, and talents that come together on our campuses, creating a learning environment and workplace that's supportive, inclusive, and inspiring. With flexible options online, on campus, and hybrid, we design learning experiences that meet students where they are and prepare them for real-world success. Programs like the Promise Program open doors by providing eligible students with tuition-free access, ensuring every learner has the opportunity to thrive.

Why Join the River

When you join Indian River State College, you become part of a forward-thinking and supportive community where your work truly matters.

Your role is more than a job; it's an opportunity to shape the future, uplift students, and be part of a mission-driven college that is changing lives every day.

What We Offer

At Indian River State College, we value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

* Health & Wellness:
Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, supplemental plans, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

* Affordable Coverage: PPO/HMO options starting at just $50/month for individual coverage and $180/month for family coverage.

* Retirement Security:
Participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS), plus tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) options.

* Time for You:
Generous paid vacation, personal, and sick leave to support work-life balance.

* Perks & Discounts:
Reduced rates on services and tickets to local attractions.

* Growth & Development:
Professional development programs, leadership training, and opportunities to advance your career.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general direction, this position oversees the work of a team that inspects, maintains, and repairs buildings or grounds which may include electrical or HVAC systems, or other amenities. Ensures that tools are maintained in good working order and that any chemicals used are handled appropriately. Maintains inventory of supplies. Coordinates the work of specialists or external contractors when needed. May organize, set priorities, schedule and review work, may interview and make recommendations on hiring, and provide input into performance reviews.

Guides work of others who perform essentially the same work. Does not have responsibility for termination or making pay decisions.

SPECIFIC

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Maintains equipment and performs preventative maintenance. Troubleshoots and repairs equipment and performs inspections to ensure efficient operation.

* Monitors the Energy Management Control Systems to ensure comfort control is maintained and repairs HVAC related equipment as needed.

* Attends scheduled meetings and required trainings to maintain current industry knowledge.

* Tracks work requests and orders parts through FAMIS system as needed.

* Supports the College by providing various other maintenance support such as electrical repairs, plumbing repairs, and general campus maintenance.

* Makes skilled trade and journey-level repairs or installations depending on area of assignment and expertise.

* Provides supports during college sponsored events.

* Efficiently manage and…