LEAD FACILITIES TECHNICIAN

Position Information

This position is open to Open to All Applicants.
The Department is Physical Facilities.
The Position Type is Non-Exempt.
The Employment Status is Full-Time-Staff.
The Salary is $24.00 - $30.00 per hour.
The Open Date is 12/10/2025.
The Open Until Filled is Yes.

Job Description Summary

The Lead Facilities Technician is responsible for performing general building maintenance work and performing routine preventative maintenance throughout College facilities. The Lead Facilities Technician is responsible for monitoring and keeping the College campus and facilities clean, orderly, and in good presentable condition. The Lead Facilities Technician will provide operational, building maintenance, housekeeping, grounds and basic support for College events, classes, and College community needs. The Lead Facilities Technician will perform light carpentry work and painting work. The Lead Facilities Technician will provide support and supervision for moves and setups for events. This position will be required to work at any of the College’s campuses as needed or as assigned. The Lead Facilities Technician is a working supervisor position and will assist with organizing the daily work orders and assigning duties to the subordinate Facilities Technicians assigned to the Heritage Campus and Windward Campus or as assigned by the Associate Director of Building Maintenance and/or Director of Facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Six (6) years of experience in facilities maintenance or grounds maintenance service.
• Valid Driver License with ability to obtain a Texas Driver License within 90 days of hire and be insurable by Del Mar College.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of standard methods, practices, tools, and equipment used in facilities maintenance, grounds keeping, and housekeeping services.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards, fire and safety rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of electrical power tools, small hand tools, and cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of the use of carpentry power tools and hand tools.
• Knowledge of the use of painting equipment, tools, and paint products.
• Knowledge of the use of powered lawn equipment and tools.
• Knowledge of the use of custodial equipment, tools, and cleaning products.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including customer service orientation and ability to interact with a wide variety of diverse individuals.
• Ability to use computers and software to access data, generate reports and Excel spreadsheets, generate power point presentations, maintain records, and communicate with other staff.
• Ability to read and take written or oral instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, drawings, specifications, and other related technical documents.
• Ability to plan, schedule, direct and coordinate the work of subordinates in a maintenance environment.
• Ability to supervise subordinate staff in a congenial manner to work as an effective team.
• Ability to cooperate as a team player in a diverse working environment.
• Physical ability to perform moderately heavy physical work which includes lifting up to 50 pounds, and crawling, and work outdoors during inclement weather.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Our Culture

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024–2029, Guiding Star III: Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.