Lead Facilities Technician - HVAC, Electrical & Maintenance

Depelchin-Children; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lead Facilities Technician position at DePelchin Family Services in Houston, TX supports day-to-day maintenance of buildings, grounds, and facility systems. The role coordinates routine activities, prioritizes work orders, and collaborates with the Facilities Manager on preventive maintenance and vendor coordination.

Responsibilities include monitoring HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, conducting inspections, maintaining records, and responding to emergencies.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years’ experience in facilities maintenance with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and construction knowledge.
• EPA (HVAC/Refrigeration) Certification.
• Electrical Apprentice License.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day maintenance activities for buildings, grounds, equipment, and vehicles under the direction of the facilities leadership.
• Assist with assigning and prioritizing work orders and monitoring progress to support timely completion and adherence to quality standards.
• Support emergency response efforts and participate in on-call coverage to address facility-related issues promptly.
• Assist with the implementation and coordination of preventive maintenance programs and schedules.
• Assist with coordinating vendor services and monitoring work to help ensure compliance with contractual requirements and service expectations.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of supplies, parts, tools, and equipment necessary to support facility operations.
• Perform maintenance and repairs, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general repairs.
• Support facility setup and operational needs, including conference room arrangements and basic audio/visual support.
• Monitor building systems including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, identifies potential problems and promptly communicates issues and concerns to facilities leadership.
• Conduct routine inspections of facilities to ensure cleanliness, safety, and compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Support safety and emergency preparedness initiatives, including participation in fire drills, inspections, and reporting requirements.
• Maintains accurate documentation of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

HVAC knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Construction knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

EPA HVAC Certification

Electrical Apprentice License

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

The Lead Facilities Technician position at DePelchin Family Services in Houston, TX supports day-to-day maintenance of buildings, grounds, and facility systems. The role coordinates routine activities, prioritizes work orders, and collaborates with the Facilities Manager on preventive maintenance and vendor coordination.

Responsibilities include monitoring HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, conducting inspections, maintaining records, and responding to emergencies.