Lead Maintenance Technician

Express Employment International; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment International is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician for our corporate office in Oklahoma City, OK. The role involves leading routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance to ensure safe, reliable building operations.

You will triage requests, decide between in-house and vendor-supported work, and coordinate with Facilities leadership to improve efficiency and reliability. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in facilities maintenance, with HVAC, electrical, plumbing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years in general maintenance, facilities support, or similar.
• HVAC, electrical, plumbing troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and use ladders.
• Ability to review scopes and repair plans.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building maintenance and minor repairs (paint, drywall, ceilings, carpentry).
• Handle light plumbing and electrical tasks (fixtures, leaks, lighting).
• Respond to work orders promptly with minimal disruption.
• Inspect facilities to identify needs and safety concerns.
• Support preventive maintenance programs for reliability.
• Coordinate with vendors and oversee external contractors.
• Troubleshoot facility-related issues with building systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve maintenance processes and reduce costs.
• Maintain tools and storage areas in a safe, organized manner.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and PPE usage.

Skills

General maintenance

HVAC basics

Electrical systems

Plumbing basics

Building systems

Troubleshooting

Communication

Independent worker

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Corporate Headquarters - Oklahoma City, OK 73162Position Type: Full TimeJob Category: Facilities

The Lead Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing and overseeing routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance activities to support the safe, reliable, and professional operation of the Express Employment International corporate office.

This role serves as a qualified technical resource, providing troubleshooting, independent evaluation of building systems, and coordination of internal and external maintenance activities. The Lead Maintenance Technician triages maintenance requests, determines appropriate resolution strategies (in-house versus vendor-supported), and ensures all work is completed in accordance with quality and safety standards.

This position partners closely with Facilities leadership to improve maintenance operations, optimize resource allocation, and support the long-term reliability and performance of building systems.

This position sits within our Oklahoma City based corporate office and requires an onsite presence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform general building maintenance and minor repairs, including painting, drywall repair, ceiling tile replacement, and basic carpentry work.
• Complete light plumbing and electrical tasks, such as replacing fixtures, addressing minor leaks, unclogging drains, and changing lighting components.
• Respond to maintenance requests and work orders promptly, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently and with minimal disruption to operations.
• Conduct facility inspections to identify maintenance needs, equipment deficiencies, and safety concerns, recommending appropriate corrective actions when necessary.
• Support preventive maintenance programs to ensure the reliability and longevity of building systems, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Evaluate repair requirements and determine when specialized services or external contractors are needed.
• Coordinate and oversee vendor activities, ensuring work is completed according to scope, quality standards, and project timelines.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving facility-related issues involving building systems, equipment, and operational spaces.
• Identify opportunities to improve maintenance processes, increase efficiency, and reduce operating costs.
• Maintain maintenance tools, equipment, and storage areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, OSHA regulations, and established safety procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Assist with office moves, furniture installations, facility improvement projects, and other special assignments as needed.
• Support emergency response efforts related to facility operations, including power outages, water intrusion, and other urgent maintenance situations.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work, inspections, vendor services, and maintenance activities.
• Provide professional customer service and technical support to employees, contractors, and facility stakeholders while promoting a safe and well‑maintained work environment.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of experience in general maintenance, facilities support, or a similar environment.
• Experienced with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building envelope troubleshooting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on ladders.
• Ability to review scopes and repair plans

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, OR ABILITIES

• Advanced knowledge of building systems, maintenance tasks, and tools.
• Ability to read technical documents and communicate clearly with supervisors and coworkers.
• Ability to perform routine, hands on maintenance work with attention to detail.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills within defined procedures.
• Dependable, self motivated, and able to work independently on assigned tasks.
• Customer service mindset when responding to building occupants’ needs.

At Express, we celebrate what makes you, you. We value diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and talents because we know that’s what makes us stronger together. If you're excited about the role, we’re excited to hear from you.

Express Employment International supports Express Employment Professionals franchises and related brands. The Express franchise brand is an industry leading, international staffing company with more than 870 franchise locations in the U.S., Canada, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand.

Headquartered in Oklahoma City, our corporate team is committed to empowering franchisees by providing world class support, training, and strategic guidance through a unified global network.

Our mission is to professionally market and provide quality human resource solutions through an international franchising network benefiting our associates, clients, franchisees, corporate staff, shareholders, and the communities we serve.

Our vision is simple yet powerful: To help as many people as possible find good jobs by helping as many clients as possible find good people.