Lead Inside Maintenance Technician

Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools

Prior Lake, MN

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$67,553–$70,277 Per Year
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Blueprints, Building Systems, Carpentry, Cleaning Equipment, Commercial Construction, Communication Skills, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Construction, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Emergency Response, Employee Assistance Plan, Establish Priorities, Event Management, Facilities Management, Flexible Spending Accounts, HVAC, Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Management, Leadership, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance - HVAC, Maintenance - Plumbing, Maintenance Services, Mechanical Maintenance, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Operations, Operations Management, Operations Processes, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Physical Demands, Plumbing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Project Tracking, Property Maintenance, Pumps, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Monitoring, Schematics, School Buildings, Systems Maintenance, Time Management, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Prior Lake, MN
POSTED
5 days ago

id='p7226_'>Lead Inside Maintenance Technician JobID: 7226

Position Type:

Custodial and Maintenance/Maintenance

Date Posted:

7/21/2026

Location:

District Wide

Date Available:

08/06/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

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JOB TITLE:Lead Inside Maintenance TechnicianDEPARTMENT:Operational ServiceREPORTS TO:Director of Operational Services or designeeFLSA:Non-Exempt

START DATE: August 6, 2026

HOURS/DAY: 8 hours per day, 260 days per year

RATE OF PAY: $67,553 - $70,277 per year (Category G)

Terms of employment in accordance with the applicable terms and conditions for the position.

Join Our Team and Thrive!

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that stands out among school districts:

  • Health Insurance: A rich health plan that provides extensive coverage for you and your family, ensuring peace of mind.
  • Dental Insurance: Full coverage options for routine and preventive care, keeping your smile bright and healthy.
  • Life Insurance: Protect yourself and your loved ones with a robust life insurance plan
  • An Employee Assistance Program, free to employees and their family members
  • Optional medical and dependent care flexible spending account

To learn more about our benefits and eligibility, visit ourwebpage for new employees.

SUMMARY:

Lead and coordinate the daily operations of the district's inside maintenance team while performing skilled maintenance, repair, and preventative maintenance work throughout district facilities to ensure safe, efficient, and operational learning environments for students, staff, and visitors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

  • Provide daily leadership, direction, and support to the Inside Maintenance Technicians by assigning and prioritizing work orders.

  • Perform skilled maintenance and repairs involving plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, locksmithing, and other building systems.

  • Troubleshoot, repair, and conduct preventative maintenance on building mechanical systems, boilers, pumps, air handling units, and controls.

  • Monitor work quality and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

  • Provide training and mentoring to maintenance staff on proper procedures, equipment operation, and safety practices.

  • Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, district policies, and applicable building codes.

  • Respond promptly to emergency maintenance requests, including weather events, utility failures, and facility emergencies.

  • Coordinate staffing assignments and serve as the lead technician in the absence of the Facilities Supervisor or Director.

  • Coordinate repairs with outside contractors and inspect district facilities to identify maintenance deficiencies.

  • Provide professional customer service, maintain inventory of supplies, and recommend tool/material purchases.

  • Perform additional duties as assigned, including snow removal, facility setup for events, and operational support during staff absences.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or GED required.

  • Five (5) years of progressively responsible building maintenance experience.

  • Demonstrated experience in multiple building trades including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general maintenance.

  • Previous experience leading or directing maintenance personnel, preferred

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

  • Possession of a valid Minnesota Chief Engineer Boiler Operator's License (or ability to obtain within a district-established timeframe).
  • Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
  • Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check.

Required Knowledge:

  • Extensive knowledge of commercial building maintenance and repair practices.

  • Knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical systems, plumbing systems, and building.

  • Knowledge of OSHA regulations, district safety policies, and applicable building codes.

  • Principles of workflow coordination, leadership, and staff mentoring.

Required Skills:

  • Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and technical blueprint/schematic interpretation skills.

  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, organize schedules, and manage time in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with staff, contractors, and administrators.

  • Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office applications.

  • Ability to work independently while effectively leading and coordinating the work of a team.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Strength and agility to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds; mobility to stand and walk for extended periods, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead; flexibility to climb ladders, work from lifts, and perform maintenance in confined spaces; visual, hearing, and verbal ability to inspect facilities, troubleshoot mechanical systems, and communicate project updates; mental alertness to diagnose complex building system failures, prioritize urgent work orders, coordinate team safety practices, and lead operations during facility emergencies.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed primarily indoors across school district facilities, including schools, administrative buildings, and support facilities, with exposure to mechanical equipment, cleaning chemicals, noise, dust, and varying temperatures. Work includes occasional outdoor tasks in seasonal weather conditions (such as snow removal) and requires the flexibility for occasional evening, weekend, holiday, and emergency call-in shifts.

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Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools