Facilities Maintenance Lead

Join Our Team! Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District is seeking a skilled, motivated, and dependable Facilities Maintenance Lead to help maintain and improve the facilities and infrastructure that support our mission of providing clean, reliable water to our community. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced maintenance professional who enjoys hands‑on work, solving technical problems, and helping lead a team. The successful candidate will work alongside the maintenance crew, coordinate daily activities, promote safe work practices, and assist the supervisor in keeping District facilities operating safely and efficiently. What You'll Do Lead and support maintenance crews in performing preventive maintenance, repairs, and improvements at District facilities, buildings, and grounds. Troubleshoot and repair equipment and systems , including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, pumps, boilers, chillers, irrigation systems, and other mechanical equipment. Coordinate daily work assignments , assist with scheduling, and provide training and guidance to crew members. Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring proper procedures, equipment use, and safe working conditions. Operate equipment and vehicles , including forklifts, man lifts, backhoes, skid steers, and commercial vehicles. Utilize maintenance management software (CMMS) to track work orders, schedule maintenance, maintain records, and prepare reports. Assist with emergency response , snow removal, and other operational needs, including rotating after-hours standby assignments. What We're Looking For Required Qualifications: High school diploma and specialized training or education in maintenance-related trades such as electrical, plumbing, or carpentry. At least two years of job-related maintenance experience. Utah driver's license and Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Utah Grade IV Treatment and/or Distribution Certification. Man lift and forklift certifications. Ability to successfully complete respiratory medical evaluations and respirator fit testing. Ability to obtain Electrical Safety/Arc Flash and Chlorine Safety certifications within six months. Preferred Qualifications: At least one year of lead, supervisory, or project management experience. Broad experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and facility systems. Experience using computerized maintenance management systems. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and guide others while maintaining a team-oriented approach. Work Schedule and Expectations This position works a four-day, 40-hour workweek , generally Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position also requires participation in a rotating 24-hour emergency standby schedule, generally one to two weeks every three to four weeks, with the ability to respond to work within 30 minutes while on standby. Occasional overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required. This is a physically active, on-site position involving indoor and outdoor maintenance, operation of heavy equipment, lifting, and work in varying environmental conditions. Why Join Jordan Valley Water? At Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District, your work makes a difference. You'll be part of a dedicated team responsible for maintaining the facilities and infrastructure that help deliver an essential service to our community. This position offers an opportunity to apply your technical expertise, develop leadership skills, and contribute directly to the District's continued success. Applicants who are selected for employment with our organization may be subject to a background check and drug screening as a condition of employment. The background check may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, education and employment verification, and credit history. The drug screening may test for illegal drugs and controlled substances. Please note that our organization complies with all applicable laws regarding background checks and drug screening, and we will use this information only for employment-related purposes. We maintain strict confidentiality of all personal information obtained during the screening process. If you have any questions about our background check and drug screening policies or the screening process itself, please feel free to contact us. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District