Lead Maintenance Technician — HVAC & Building Systems

About This Role

Lead Maintenance Technician needed to manage HVAC, commercial electrical, fire/life safety, and building systems at the Lake Hart property. This is a hands-on role that mixes troubleshooting and repair work with Building Management System (BMS) operation, preventive maintenance, vendor coordination, and training of junior staff. You will be the go-to person for system startups, NFPA-compliant fire system testing and documentation, lift station checks, and routine maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and building systems. This position is nationwide in scope, includes a 24/7 on-call rotation, and requires travel up to 10% annually. Pay is $26/hr.

What You'll Do

• • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC systems, commercial electrical systems, pumps, gas valves, and related mechanical equipment.
• • Operate, monitor, and program the Building Management System (BMS) to control HVAC, lighting, and other building systems.
• • Manage fire/life safety systems: test and document Fire Alarm Control Panel, suppression, sprinkler systems, fire pumps, hydrants, and extinguishers per NFPA 72.
• • Perform preventive maintenance on buildings, equipment, vehicles, and the on-site lift station; maintain logs and schedules.
• • Train and mentor lower-level maintenance staff; coordinate and supervise vendors and contractors for repairs and projects.
• • Maintain accurate records: work orders, inventories, preventive maintenance logs, key system records, inspection reports, and parts procurement.

What We're Looking For

• • Proven experience troubleshooting HVAC systems, commercial electrical systems, and mechanical equipment in a commercial setting.
• • Hands-on experience with BMS controls, controls installation/programming, and system start-up/testing.
• • Knowledge of NFPA 72 testing/documentation and fire system components (alarms, suppression, sprinklers, pumps).
• • Strong ability to read technical drawings/blueprints, perform conduit/wire runs, and install motor starters/contactors.
• • Reliable for 24/7 on-call rotation, able to respond to building emergencies and assist with severe-weather preparations.
• • Good communicator and leader: able to train junior staff, manage vendor relationships, and document work clearly.

Qualifications

• • OSHA 10 (required)
• • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (required)
• • Experience with BMS and NFPA 72 testing/documentation (preferred)
• • Ability to pass background check and drug screen (as required)
• • Comfortable reading technical drawings and completing maintenance documentation
• • English — able to read, write, and communicate clearly on-site

What We Offer

• • $26.00 per hour
• • Overtime opportunities and steady, full-time work
• • 24/7 on-call rotation (rotation schedule provided) and limited travel (up to 10% annually)
• • Paid training and opportunities to expand certifications and skills
• • Hands-on, varied work across multiple building systems — good for career growth

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