Facilities Team Lead

Sun Hydraulics; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Hydraulics is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician Lead to oversee hands-on maintenance of buildings, equipment, and grounds. You will collaborate with internal teams and vendors to meet regulatory standards, safety goals, and reliability targets.

The role emphasizes 90% hands-on repairs and 10% coordination, reporting to the Technical Services Manager. AAS in Facilities Maintenance or equivalent plus 5+ years of relevant experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of facilities maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• AAS in Facilities Maintenance or equivalent preferred.
• Proficiency with CMMS and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to lead a small team and train staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintain building infrastructure, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and production-support equipment.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs.
• Conduct daily walk-throughs to ensure critical systems operate normally.
• Ensure OSHA/EPA compliance and perform safety audits.
• Manage facility-related projects within budget and schedule.
• Coordinate with vendors for janitorial, landscaping, security, and other services.
• Maintain records of maintenance, inspections, and permits.
• Respond to emergencies, alarms, and power outages.
• Liaise with utility companies for safe operation.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

CMMS

Electrical systems

HVAC systems

Safety management

Planning maintenance

Education

AAS in Facilities Maintenance

Trade certificate (preferred)

Tools

CMMS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Facilities Maintenance Technician Lead serves as the primary hands‑on technician responsible for ensuring all buildings, equipment, utilities, and grounds are maintained to the highest standards. This role collaborates with internal departments and external vendors to support operational goals, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a safe working environment. 90% of time executing hands‑on repairs, preventative maintenance, and mechanical troubleshooting alongside team, 10% of time dedicated to workflow coordination, safety collaboration, and peer support. This position reports directly to the Technical Services Manager.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Maintenance and repair of building infrastructure, HVAC systems, electrical systems, plumbing, and production-support equipment.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to reduce facilities equipment failures and extend asset life.
• Perform a daily walk to make sure that critical building systems are operating normally and to perform a brief inspection of the facilities.
• Ensure full compliance with OSHA, EPA, local safety regulations, and environmental standards; conduct regular audits and safety inspections.
• Manage facility‑related projects, including renovations, expansions, and equipment installations, while adhering to budgets and timelines.
• Vendor relationships for contracted services (janitorial, landscaping, waste management, security, fire protection systems, elevators, manlifts maintenance, etc.).
• Work with utility companies to ensure safe and reliable operation of building and production equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and permits.
• Respond to and resolve emergency situations (equipment breakdowns, safety incidents, power outages) promptly.
• Receive calls from monitoring services when there are alarms on security and fire systems and take appropriate action

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of building systems, industrial equipment maintenance, and regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA).
• Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems maintenance and operation
• Ability to lead a small team, distribute work fairly and ensure adequate training and personnel development of the facilities team
• Ability to keep track of and report on activity
• Experience in planning maintenance operations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Develop and maintain strong internal/external relationships
• Competence in problem solving, planning, and decision making

Education and Experience:

• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Facilities Maintenance Technology, Facilities Maintenance Technician, or an equivalent Trade Certificate (preferred).
• 5+ years of facilities maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proficiency with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Physical & Work Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in and around machinery, including at heights or in confined spaces as needed.
• Adherence to required PPE and working safely in a manufacturing environment and conform to safety Standards.
• Willingness to be available on off‑shifts or on‑call as required.