Lead Technician

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Offer tactical guidance, set priorities, assign responsibilities, coordinate projects, and provide expertise and support to technicians at job sites.

• Ensure technicians execute their work safely while receiving the necessary technical and administrative training.

• Dedicate 95% of time to billable work orders.

• Carry out preventive maintenance and repairs in accordance with work order specifications.

• Conduct minor plumbing maintenance on toilets, urinals, valve assemblies, faucets, and automatic flush sensors.

• Execute routine painting, carpentry, general maintenance, wall and floor repairs, door repairs, and touch-up tasks.

• Perform minor electrical maintenance that does not require a license, including fixtures, switches, outlets, bulbs, ballasts, and sockets.

• Conduct service inspections and asset evaluations.

• Guide, mentor, and impart trade knowledge to technicians in the field.

• Train new hires on EMCOR field organizational practices and procedures.

• Monitor technician workmanship and the accuracy of related administrative tasks.

• Assist technicians with complex or specialized work orders as necessary based on geography.

• Act as a subject matter expert in facilities maintenance.

• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Regional Manager.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School diploma or Degree/Certification, or equivalent professional experience in Landscaping, Trades (Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, etc.), or Specialty Floor Care is preferred.

• A minimum of five years of mechanical experience, including electrical, plumbing, and carpentry, is required; or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.

• Background in one or more building trades is essential.

• Must hold relevant certifications and licenses.

• Possess a valid driver’s license in good standing.

• Ability to read and understand safety policies, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Capability to write routine reports and correspondence.

• Skill in presenting information in one-on-one and small group settings.

• Proficiency in using handheld devices and business systems or document management database software.

• Competence in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

• Compliance with relevant codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives.

• Knowledge of OSHA standards and company safety policies.

• Experience in installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems in buildings.

• Willingness to travel locally between properties on a daily basis.

• Ability to meet physical requirements, such as lifting up to 75 pounds.

• Required to operate a company vehicle daily.

• Capability to utilize necessary safety equipment, including steel toe shoes, hearing protection, hard hats, eye protection, and hand protection.

• Ability to adhere to OSHA lock-out/tag-out and HAZCOM guidelines.

• Capacity to handle stressful situations while maintaining composure in front of customers.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Health savings account.

• Flexible spending account.

• Life insurance coverage.

• Disability insurance.

• 401(k) Savings Plan.

• College coaching support.

• Employee assistance program.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.