Maintenance Lead (Facilities)

Join the City of Fair Oaks Ranch as a Full-Time Maintenance Lead in Facilities, where your skills will shine in an energetic, customer-focused environment. This onsite position offers an exhilarating opportunity to lead and innovate within our community's vital infrastructure. With a competitive pay rate starting at $21.65/hr (Dependent on Experience/Qualifications), you'll find the stability and growth potential you seek. Experience the satisfaction of problem-solving and maintaining our facilities to ensure safety and excellence for all residents.

Collaborate with a team that values strong communication and integrity, and contribute to an organization committed to high performance and innovation. As a team member you'll be able to enjoy benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, and Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) - 7% contribution with a 2:1 match. Don’t miss the chance to make a real impact in Fair Oaks Ranch and elevate your career in facilities maintenance. Apply now!

A little about us

The City of Fair Oaks Ranch is a vibrant community located just northwest of San Antonio, blending the charm of the Hill Country with the convenience of urban amenities nearby. We take pride in our commitment to exceptional public service, fiscal responsibility, and preserving the natural beauty and unique character of our city. As an employer, we foster a collaborative and professional work environment where innovation and integrity are valued. Join our dedicated team and be part of a community that values both its people and its progress.

Day to day as a Maintenance Lead - (Facilities)

As the City’s Maintenance Lead - (Facilities), you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that all City facilities remain safe, functional, and well-maintained. Your daily responsibilities will involve leading crews across diverse projects, making your impact felt throughout the community. You’ll engage in hands-on problem-solving by performing minor repairs and coordinating vendor work, all while mentoring staff to foster a culture of excellence.

Additionally, you will manage essential records and provide critical support for special events, linking your work directly to the City’s operations. This multifaceted role not only emphasizes your leadership abilities but also highlights your commitment to creating a welcoming and functional environment for all residents in Fair Oaks Ranch.

Would you be a great Maintenance Lead - (Facilities)?

To excel as the City’s Maintenance Lead - (Facilities), a comprehensive skill set is essential. Candidates should possess an in-depth knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, and methods used in maintenance, construction, and repair activities. Understanding safety practices related to building and construction trades is crucial, as is familiarity with the principles governing infrastructure operations in the Public Works Department, including streets, and vehicle maintenance.

The role requires effective leadership abilities to train personnel and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers, vendors, contractors, the public, and city officials. Proficiency in utilizing asset management tools such as ArcGIS and work order systems is vital for maintaining accurate records. Strong written and verbal communication skills will aid in documenting fieldwork and conveying information clearly.

Additionally, the ability to plan, prioritize, and implement effective maintenance strategies across various facilities will support the overall success of City operations.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Knowledge of:
  • Equipment facilities materials methods and procedures used in maintenance construction and repair activities.
  • Safety practices and procedures relating to the building and construction trades.
  • Methods and procedures used in construction and repair of operations of light equipment, vehicles, tools, facilities, and landscaping.
  • Strong understanding of the principles and practices, equipment, and tools used in operating, maintaining, repairing, replacing, and constructing infrastructure in each area of the Public Works Department (City facilities).
  • Safe practices for operations, handling materials, and best practices in the areas of janitorial services, construction and traffic control.
  • Preventive maintenance for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and/or carpentry systems.
  • Contractor oversight and vendor coordination practices.
• Ability to:
  • Lead and train personnel. 
  • Maintain effective working relationships with co-workers vendors contractors the public and city officials.
  • Lead and train crews across facilities maintenance.
  • Utilize asset management tools (e.g. ArcGIS work order systems) to maintain records and maps.
  • Coordinate with Procurement and Engineering to scope schedules and deliver projects.
  • Document field work and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Skills:
  • Basic computer skills such as word processing spreadsheets, emails, and the ability to learn basic computer tasks and other applications.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Are you ready for an exciting opportunity?

So, what do you think? If you can meet these requirements and perform this job as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our team!

All offers of employment with the City of Fair Oaks Ranch are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening. The City is committed to maintaining a safe and drug-free workplace and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.