Facilities Maintenance Crew Lead - Skilled Trades

City of Mount Dora; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Drug-free workplace

Smoke-free environment

Job summary

The City of Mount Dora, FL is seeking a hands-on Building Maintenance Crew Leader to supervise skilled maintenance, repairs, and improvements across City buildings and facilities. You will coordinate daily field activities, review work orders, and guide a team of maintenance staff to deliver safe, high-quality work.

This leadership role requires carpentry, plumbing, minor electrical, painting, and general construction capabilities, plus after-hours availability and a valid Florida driver’s

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in building maintenance, construction, facility repair, or related skilled trades.
• Experience providing work direction, coordinating assignments, or serving in a lead capacity preferred.
• Experience performing maintenance and repairs involving multiple building trades.
• Must possess a valid State Florida driver’s license.
• Completion of required NIMS training within 6 months following probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, assign, and provide daily field leadership to Building Maintenance staff.
• Review work orders, set daily priorities, and adjust activities to address urgent repairs.
• Perform skilled maintenance and repairs in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general construction.
• Provide hands-on coaching, training, and guidance on proper repair methods and safety.
• Ensure quality workmanship, safety compliance, and timely completion of tasks.
• Coordinate with contractors/ vendors for specialized repairs as needed.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies and maintain productivity during variable schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Building maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

HVAC

Electrical

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Mount Dora, FL is seeking a hands-on Building Maintenance Crew Leader to supervise skilled maintenance, repairs, and improvements across City buildings and facilities. You will coordinate daily field activities, review work orders, and guide a team of maintenance staff to deliver safe, high-quality work.

This leadership role requires carpentry, plumbing, minor electrical, painting, and general construction capabilities, plus after-hours availability and a valid Florida driver’s