Lead Tech Facilities - HVAC/R - 1st Shift

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 69,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s is seeking a skilled Building Maintenance professional for the Burnet Campus to support day shift operations. You will prioritize, troubleshoot, and repair a range of building systems, ensuring safe and reliable hospital facilities for patients and staff.

Responsibilities include coordinating with contractors, managing work orders and safety reporting, and assisting the director with policy updates and daily department operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize assigned maintenance work and respond to emergency breakdowns to ensure safe operation of plant and equipment.
• Assist Director or Manager; report safety issues and update policies/procedures as directed.
• Troubleshoot and repair systems and components in a timely, efficient manner; support day-to-day operations for related craft.
• Coordinate with contractors, schedule work, order parts, and manage plant coverage and risk assessments.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Expected Starting Pay Range $33.36 - $42.60
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Primary Location

Burnet Campus

Department

Building Maintenance

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Schedule

Full time

Weekly Hours

40

FTE

1

Employee Status

Regular

• Expected Starting Pay Range $33.36 - $42.60
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Job Responsibilities

• Prioritization- Prioritize assigned maintenance work to properly execute emergency breakdown response Report to immediate supervisor items affecting or potentially affecting proper and safe operation of plant and equipment. Maintain acceptable backlog of planned maintenance activity. Run service calls, repairing plumbing, electric, mechanical and various types of equipment repairs in a timely efficient manner. Maintain inventory of hospital standard finishes for repairs.
• Assistance- Assist Director or Manager on department systems and functions as directed. Report safety issues and work with Director or Manager to determine action needed to correct. Develop new and update present technical policies and procedures. Attend, as directed, construction rounds and report any deficiencies. Assist the Manager or Director in scheduling workload, work order assignment and plant coverage as directed. Order necessary parts and equipment needed to maintain equipment.
• Troubleshooting- To troubleshoot and repair systems and components and inspect and complete service requests in a timely, efficient manner; assist Director or Manager in day-to-day operations for related craft.
• Coordination- Determine priority of job and make needed repairs. Work with contractors on scheduling and repairing equipment. Coordinate utility shutdown request with departments and contractors to ensure proper workflow. Attend construction rounds and report any deficiencies. Troubleshoot emergency and routine calls in HVAC, carpentry, electrical, plumbing and mechanical. Perform maintenance risk assessments prior to work performed on Life Security devices, IE: fire, protection, utilities, HVAC. Respond to water intrusion events quickly to ensure minimal loss and prevent mold formation. Monitor and record moisture levels. Trace roof leaks and report on roof conditions.

To troubleshoot and repair systems and components and inspect and complete service requests in a timely, efficient manner; assist Director or Manager in day-to-day operations for related craft.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children's Is

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation'sAmerica’s Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.

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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability