Facilities Technician, Lead (Posting for UNMC Employees Only)

University Of Nebraska Medical Center; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 4,841,000 - 7,749,000; Full time

Job summary

University Of Nebraska Medical Center is seeking a Facilities Technician, Lead to coordinate daily building maintenance and service tasks in an academic/research environment. You will lead crews across HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, lighting, and electrical trades, ensuring safety and quality on each project.

Applicants should have an Associate’s degree or equivalent and at least seven years of related experience; a valid driver’s license is required and familiarity with Office software is

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent required.
• Experience in HVAC, Plumbing, Refrigeration, Lighting, Electrical or related trades.
• Seven years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee daily operational tasks in building maintenance and service activities.
• Schedule, coordinate, mentor and lead crews in HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical and related trades.
• Ensure safety procedures and regulatory compliance in all projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Facilities Technician, Lead (Posting for UNMC Employees Only)

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location

Location Omaha, NE

Requisition Number:

Requisition Number: Staff_14964

Department

Department FMP-Operations 50001246

Business Unit

Business Unit Business & Finance

Reg-Temp

Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Remote/Telecommuting

Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity

Position Summary

POSTING FOR UNMC EMPLOYEES ONLY
Responsible for the coordination and oversight of daily operational tasks involving building maintenance and service activities in an academic and research settings in assigned buildings. These services include, but are not limited to Preventive Maintenance, Life Safety, Troubleshooting, Work Orders, and Minor Renovations to include the following trades: HVAC , Refrigeration, Plumbing, Temperature controls, Lighting and Electrical.
This position will be responsible for scheduling, coordinating, mentoring and leading crews.

Working Title Facilities Technician, Lead (Posting for UNMC Employees Only)

Job Title

Salary Grade

Salary Grade FP19H

Appointment Type

Appointment Type C2 - REG OFF/SERV HRLY

Salary Range

Salary Range $35.144 - $56.250/hourly

Job Requisition Begin Date

Job Requisition Begin Date 09/01/2026

Application Review Date

Application Review Date 09/09/2026

Review Date Information:

Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education:

Required Education: Associate's degree or equivalent

If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)

Related to any of the following trade programs: HVAC , Plumbing, Refrigeration, Lighting, Temperature Controls, Electrical.
(Will consider nine years related education/experience).

Required Experience

Required Experience 7 years

If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:

Experience in any of the following technical trades: HVAC , Plumbing, Refrigeration, Lighting, Temperature Controls, Electrical or related.
(Will consider nine years related education/experience)

Required License

Required License Yes

If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?

Valid Driver’s License

Required Computer Applications:

Required Computer Applications: Not Applicable

Required Other Computer Applications:

Required Other Computer Applications: Microsoft Office Suite

Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Successfully complete training courses as needed to perform the diagnostic testing and analysis of HVAC , Refrigeration, Plumbing, Temperature Controls, Lighting and electrical systems.
2. Successfully complete safety training courses and adhere to safety procedures.
3. Ability to communicate with campus customers, vendors and technicians.
4. Ability to guide others in regard to necessary steps taken to troubleshoot, repair and install a variety of equipment and systems.
5. Knowledge and application of a variety of city, state, and federal regulations.
6. Ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve complex issues and problems.
7. Capable of mentoring crew members and providing guidance throughout the completion of projects.
8. Ability to share insight, expertise, and instruct others on complex tasks.

Preferred Education:

If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:

Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology or related field preferred and/or completion of a technical trade school preferred.

Preferred Experience:

Experience in a supervisory/lead role in a facilities environment. HVAC or Energy Management systems operation.

Preferred License:

Preferred License: Yes

If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:

CFC Universal, Journeyman Electrical, Journeyman Plumber, or certification of Energy Management System.

Preferred Computer Applications:

Preferred Computer Applications: Not Applicable

Preferred Other Computer Applications:

Preferred Other Computer Applications: Building Management Systems, Purchasing Systems, Time Keeping Systems

Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Demonstrated supervisory and employee development skills preferred.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * This posting is for UNMC Employees only. Are you currently employed by the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a high school education or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience in any of the following technical trades: HVAC, Plumbing, Refrigeration, Lighting, Temperature Controls, Electrical or related?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you do have experience in any of the following technical trades: HVAC, Plumbing, Refrigeration, Lighting, Temperature Controls, Electrical or related, please elaborate (if No, indicate NA). (Open Ended Question)
• * Do you have a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you proficient in Microsoft Office Suite?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • Careerlink
  • Employee Referral
  • HERC
  • Indeed
  • Job Fair
  • Lincoln Journal Star
  • Linkedin
  • Omaha World Herald
  • UNMC Job Site
  • Facebook
  • NEWorks
  • Handshake
  • Other
• * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA. (Open Ended Question)
• * Within the past 6 months, have you been affected by a reduction in force or grant funding expiration with the University of Nebraska Medical Center?
  • Yes
  • No

Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or [e-mail] to request an accommodation.