Lead Technician

EMCOR Facilities Services; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

EMCOR Facilities Services, Inc. is seeking a Lead Technician to guide regional field operations, set priorities, assign tasks, and provide technical support to technicians at job sites. The role emphasizes safety, training, and achieving a high share of billable work orders.

The candidate will oversee daily maintenance tasks across mechanical systems, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry, with frequent travel between properties. A strong background in building trades and HVAC is preferred.

Qualifications

• Five or more years mechanical experience, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry.
• HS Diploma or Degree/Certification or equivalent experience.
• Must possess applicable certifications and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide tactical direction, establish priorities, assign tasks, and coordinate projects.
• Lead technicians on site and ensure safe, quality work.
• Train new employees on EMCOR field practices and procedures.
• Assist technicians with complex work orders and field issues.
• Act as Facilities Maintenance subject matter expert and ensure 95% of time is billable.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Building trades knowledge

Education

HS Diploma or Degree/Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Lotus Notes

Job description

From commercial office space and manufacturing to multi-site retail portfolios, we manage and support over 1 billion square feet of facilities space for the nation’s leading organizations. We provide comprehensive facility services ranging from mechanical maintenance and self-performed, site-based operations to energy-efficiency upgrades and supplier-managed interior/exterior maintenance.

Job Summary

Lead Technicians are the tactical leader within the region that they serve. Their duties include but are not limited to: providing tactical direction, establishing priorities, assigning tasks, coordinating projects, and providing expertise and support technicians at the job site. Lead Technicians are responsible for ensuring technicians perform work safely and are trained in both the technical skill sets and administrative functions. They are expected to apply 95% of their time to billable work orders.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Training New Employees On EMCOR Field Organizational Practices And Procedures
• Serves As Tactical Leader In The Field; Leading, Coaching, Providing Trade Knowledge To Our Technicians
• Observes Workmanship Of Our Technicians Both In The Field Conducting The Task At Hand As Well As Accurately Completing Administrative Functions (Mobil Link, Dsi, Paperwork) Associated With The Job
• Assisted Technicians With Complicated/Skilled Work Orders (Where It Makes Sense Geographically)
• Serves As Facilities Maintenance Subject Matter Expert

Follows Through And Completes All Duties Assigned By The Regional Manager

Qualifications

Education

(HS Diploma, Under/Graduate Degree, etc.)

HS diploma or Degree/Certification, or equivalent professional experience in Landscaping, Trades (Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Carpentry, etc.) or Specialty Floor Care.

Business Experience

(prior years’ work/related experience)

Five or more years mechanical experience, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry required; or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience. Any combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described including related work experience in one or more of the building trades.

Licenses/Certifications

Must possess applicable certifications, licenses, and valid driver’s license in good standing.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Technical Qualifications & Skills

Complete assigned work orders in a timely manner and communicate work order status via our tablet or other designated business process.

Ability to use and operate tablet device and business systems or document management Database software, including but not limited to Microsoft office, Lotus Notes, MS office (word, Excel).

Complies with all applicable codes, regulation, governmental agency and Company directives related to building operations and work safety. Performs assigned day-to-day repairs, emergency and preventive maintenance.

Maintain adequate knowledge of and comply with OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Act) standards and Company safety policies at all times.

Experience in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of building mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems.

Daily local travel between properties.

Physical Demands

Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. Frequently is required to climb or balance. Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock. Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is considered normal

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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