Facilities Lead: Hands-On Maintenance & Safety

Helios Technologies; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Hydraulics in Sarasota, FL seeks a Facilities Maintenance Technician Lead to oversee hands-on repairs, preventive maintenance, and system troubleshooting for buildings, equipment, and grounds. You will work with internal teams and vendors to meet safety and regulatory standards and support facility operations.

The role emphasizes 90% hands-on work, 10% coordination, safety collaboration, and mentoring of the facilities crew, reporting to the Technical Services Manager.

Qualifications

• AAS in Facilities Maintenance Technology or equivalent preferred.
• 5+ years of facilities maintenance experience in a manufacturing/industrial setting.
• Proficiency with CMMS and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Maintain building infrastructure, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and production equipment.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs.
• Conduct daily facility inspections to ensure systems operate normally.
• Ensure OSHA, EPA, and local safety compliance; perform audits.
• Manage facility projects within budgets and timelines.
• Coordinate with vendors for services (janitorial, landscaping, security, etc.).
• Collaborate with utility companies for safe operation of building/production equipment.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities, inspections, and permits.
• Respond to emergencies and alarms promptly.
• Receive alarm calls and take appropriate actions.

Skills

Building systems knowledge

Electrical, plumbing, HVAC basics

Team leadership

Documentation & reporting

Maintenance planning

Communication skills

Vendor coordination

Education

AAS in Facilities Maintenance Technology or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sun Hydraulics in Sarasota, FL seeks a Facilities Maintenance Technician Lead to oversee hands-on repairs, preventive maintenance, and system troubleshooting for buildings, equipment, and grounds. You will work with internal teams and vendors to meet safety and regulatory standards and support facility operations.

The role emphasizes 90% hands-on work, 10% coordination, safety collaboration, and mentoring of the facilities crew, reporting to the Technical Services Manager.