Senior Maintenance Engineer - Building Systems

Lakota Local Schools; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakota Local Schools Greater Cincinnati School Application Consortium in Cincinnati, Ohio is seeking a Maintenance Engineer III. This senior, hands-on role oversees repair, maintenance, and safe operation of building systems district-wide.

You will lead complex troubleshooting, perform preventive maintenance, support energy management, and ensure codes and safety standards are met while delivering high-quality service to schools and departments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Licensed journeyman electrician and licensed journeyman plumber preferred.
• Certified for backflow testing; fire sprinkler certification; EPA certification (refrigerant handling).
• HVAC equipment repairs.
• Holds or can obtain a contractor's license; Building Operators Certificate (obtain when available).
• Five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in building operations, maintenance, and construction.
• Valid driver's license and insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead senior-level, hands-on repair and maintenance of district facilities.
• Oversee safe operation of building systems including electrical, plumbing, HVAC and refrigeration.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance and complex troubleshooting.
• Support energy management systems and ensure codes, licenses and safety standards compliance.
• Deliver responsive, high-quality customer service to schools and departments.

Skills

Journeyman electrician

Journeyman plumber

Backflow certification

Fire sprinkler certification

EPA refrigerant handling

HVAC repairs

Building Operator Certificate

Experience in building operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lakota Local Schools Greater Cincinnati School Application Consortium in Cincinnati, Ohio is seeking a Maintenance Engineer III. This senior, hands-on role oversees repair, maintenance, and safe operation of building systems district-wide.

You will lead complex troubleshooting, perform preventive maintenance, support energy management, and ensure codes and safety standards are met while delivering high-quality service to schools and departments.