Lead Facilities Technician, Principal

Key Responsibilities: 

Lead the day-to-day operations and maintenance activities for assigned facilities  

Provide technical guidance and hands-on support to Facilities Technicians and other members of the Facilities Support team  

Plan, prioritize, and coordinate preventative maintenance activities to ensure timely completion  

Respond to facility issues and coordinate troubleshooting, repairs, and corrective maintenance  

Serve as a primary technical point of contact for building maintenance and facility-related issues  

Coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, Building Engineers, and other technical resources as required  

Monitor facility conditions and identify potential maintenance, repair, or operational issues before they become larger problems  

Maintain clear communication with building occupants and the customer regarding facility issues, maintenance activities, and potential disruptions  

Support the development of maintenance requirements, work orders, Statements of Work (SOWs), and vendor scopes as needed  

Maintain appropriate records of maintenance activities, repairs, expenditures, materials, and outstanding facility issues  

Support emergency response and facility-related issues as required, including after-hours emergencies  

Assist with facility improvement, renovation, and construction activities when required  

Facilities Lead Duties: 

Support the operation and maintenance of building systems at assigned locations, including but not limited to:  

HVAC systems  

Electrical and lighting systems  

Power systems  

Plumbing and water management systems  

Fire and life safety systems  

Building automation and control systems  

General interior and exterior facility maintenance  

Security Control Systems  

Apply practical trades knowledge to troubleshoot building systems and identify appropriate corrective actions  

Coordinate preventative maintenance workloads among Facilities Technicians, Building Engineers, and subcontractors  

Review completed maintenance work to ensure quality, completeness, and compliance with established requirements  

Monitor inventory of tools, supplies, spare parts, and materials needed to support facility operations  

Identify recurring equipment or facility issues and assist in developing recommendations for corrective action  

Assist with developing maintenance schedules and tracking completion of required work  

Coordinate with the PMO and customer to communicate facility conditions, maintenance requirements, and emerging issues  

Provide routine reporting on maintenance activities, facility issues, expenditures, and upcoming requirements  

Support the response to facility emergencies, including mechanical system faults, electrical issues, fire alarm activations, BMS issues, plumbing failures, and other building-related problems  

Provide 24/7 emergency response support as required for assigned facilities  

Facility Improvement and Renovation Support: 

Provide technical and facilities support for minor renovations, facility improvements, and construction activities as required  

Review proposed facility modifications from a maintenance and operational perspective  

Provide practical input regarding maintainability, access, equipment, building systems, and long-term facility operations  

Coordinate with contractors and subcontractors during facility improvement activities to help ensure work is completed according to established requirements  

Support project closeout by identifying outstanding facility-related issues and ensuring appropriate documentation is provided  

Provide technical input to larger renovation or construction projects managed by the PMO or designated project management personnel  

Qualifications and Required Skills: 

Experience in a skilled trade, technical discipline, or facilities-related field, such as mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, controls, construction, or another related trade, is required  

Demonstrated hands-on experience working with building systems, facility maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, or technical operations  

Experience leading, coordinating, or mentoring other technicians or trades personnel is highly desirable  

Practical understanding of multiple building systems and their operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting  

Ability to diagnose facility issues, determine appropriate next steps, and coordinate the resources necessary to resolve them  

Ability to read and understand technical documentation, equipment manuals, drawings, schematics, and maintenance requirements  

Ability to communicate effectively with customers, building occupants, technicians, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors  

Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance requirements and respond effectively to changing facility needs  

Experience with preventative maintenance programs, work order systems, inventory management, and facility documentation  

Ability to work independently while also functioning as part of a larger Facilities and PMO team  

Ability to support facility emergencies and participate in an after-hours/on-call response as required  

Ability to work in a secure environment and comply with applicable facility, safety, security, and operational requirements  

Working knowledge of applicable building codes, safety requirements, and industry standards  

Ability and willingness to develop additional knowledge of building systems and facility operations beyond the candidate's primary trade discipline  

Familiarity with ICD 705 and TEMPEST requirements  

Desired Skills: 

Journeyman-level trade experience, trade certification, apprenticeship, military technical training, or equivalent hands-on experience  

Experience in commercial, industrial, government, mission-critical, or secure facilities  

Experience with building automation systems (BAS/BMS)  

Experience with preventative maintenance management systems or computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)  

Experience coordinating vendors and subcontractors  

Experience supporting facility renovations, construction, or building improvement projects  

Familiarity with AutoCAD, Visio, or other technical drawing and documentation software