LEAD MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

St. Louis Public Library; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 56,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The St. Louis Public Library is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician to oversee maintenance operations across its facilities. This role involves supervising technicians, performing HVAC and plumbing repairs, and ensuring the safety and functionality of library buildings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in building maintenance, leadership skills, and a commitment to service excellence.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days

Pension plan through the Employees Retirement System

Partial tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of related experience in building maintenance.
• Experience in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and mentor other technicians.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical fixtures.
• Assign and prioritize work orders for efficient task completion.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Plumbing

Electrical repairs

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Degree from Mechanical Trade School

Job description

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St. Louis Public Library provided pay range

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Base pay range

$56,000.00/yr - $61,000.00/yr

The St. Louis Public Library is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician. In this role, you will be responsible for leading, supervising and mentoring the other technicians while also assisting in maintaining and repairing all aspects of the buildings, grounds, facilities, and equipment within the Library system. The Library values the talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings and how this positively impacts our services and customer base. We seek people who understand these values to join our team.

In This Role You Will

• Assign and prioritize work orders to ensure timely and efficient task completion.
• Provide hands-on guidance and support to technicians on complex projects.
• Work closely with fellow technicians, staff, and department managers to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Act as a primary on-site contact for vendors, representing the team and company in a professional manner.
• Mentor and train team members, promoting best practices and the development of technical skills.
• Assist in planning and preparation efforts to support efficient workflow and job execution.
• Make informed, on-the-spot decisions to resolve challenges and keep projects on track.
• Provided access to BAS (Building Automation Systems) and lighting control programs to support the management of building systems.
  
  

You Will Need To

• Perform HVAC duties, including maintenance of chillers, condensers, cooling towers, and boilers.
• Install and repair lighting and electrical fixtures, circuits, controls, and wiring.
• Install and repair plumbing fixtures, including piping, faucets, toilets, and water heaters.
• Maintain pumps and motors on all equipment.
• Maintain all Library vehicles.
• Maintain roofing on Library buildings.
• Perform painting duties, including paint application, caulking, and plaster.
• Ensure temperature and humidity control in all Library buildings.
• Inspect the interior and exterior of buildings for potential safety concerns.
• Perform preventative maintenance to avoid major problems.
• Perform repairs to concrete and asphalt.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

You Will Need To Have

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two to four years of related experience and/or training in building maintenance.
• Degree from Mechanical Trade School or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
  

Benefits Include

• Competitive salary range starting at $56,000 - $61,000/year
• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days
• Pension plan through the Employees Retirement System of the City of St. Louis
• Partial tuition reimbursement for approved courses
• Professional development
  
  

Hours For This Position Are

Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

About SLPL

St. Louis Public Library is a true urban library, representing the historic center of the St. Louis region: the City of St. Louis. With its roots in the mid-1800s, St. Louis Public Library has a long history of innovation and service, a large and historic collection including rare books and extensive special collections, and a diverse and dedicated staff. Our technology is a major resource throughout the City and beyond, and the Library makes an enormous investment in technology annually to keep them state of the art. We operate in 15 locations in a relatively small city of 61 square miles. These range from our magnificent Central Library – one of the world’s great public libraries – to regional and neighborhood libraries that vary in size and design but are centerpieces in their communities. St. Louis was an early, passionate supporter of library services to children, and that remains a core value and mission. Outreach into our varied communities, marketing the Library’s remarkable strengths, and working with civic and cultural partners to benefit St. Louisans are all closely held values and goals at the Library.

To Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit slpl.org /employment and submit your cover letter and resume with your application. Thank you!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Libraries

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