Lead Maintenance Technician - Onsite, Flexible Hours

Universal Technical Institute, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Technical Institute, Inc. is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician in Austin, TX to oversee day-to-day maintenance operations and guide campus facilities staff.

This hands-on role coordinates preventive maintenance and projects to ensure safe, reliable campus facilities. You will schedule tasks, supervise trades, and enforce safety while maintaining equipment and infrastructure to support student learning and campus operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum five years of experience in building maintenance including skilled trade.
• Experience with electrical test equipment and welding equipment preferred.
• Experience with painting, drywall, plumbing, electrical, welding and HVAC.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Experience using forklifts and scissor lifts preferred.
• Understanding preventive maintenance to avoid equipment failures.
• Ability to lead and train maintenance staff.
• Flexible hours with occasional overtime; onsite work environment.

Responsibilities

• Schedule daily assignments and projects for maintenance personnel based on requests and schedule.
• Determine methodologies and materials needed to complete maintenance jobs.
• Perform preventative maintenance and track completion.
• Supervise maintenance and repairs of campus buildings, painting, plumbing, electrical, welding and HVAC.
• Inspect and evaluate completed work projects.
• Assist with supervising department training and performance.
• Provide information regarding changes and safety protocols for procedures.
• Make recommendations for facilities purchase orders.
• Follow and support compliance with standard safety practices including PPE.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Preventive maintenance

Problem solving

Communication

Computer skills

Adaptability

Active listening

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Welding equipment

Forklift

Scissor lifts

Job description

Universal Technical Institute, Inc. is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician in Austin, TX to oversee day-to-day maintenance operations and guide campus facilities staff.

This hands-on role coordinates preventive maintenance and projects to ensure safe, reliable campus facilities. You will schedule tasks, supervise trades, and enforce safety while maintaining equipment and infrastructure to support student learning and campus operations.