Lead Engineering Technician | Facilities

This role requires an in-office schedule Monday through Friday and will be based in our South Charlotte NC Headquarters each week.

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The Lead Engineering Technician is responsible for the day-to-day operations of amulti-building campus including owner occupied and third-party tenant space. This positionserves as the organizations dedicated HVAC technician and will self-perform preventivemaintenance and addition to HVAC this role provides oversight of all basebuilding systems and will directly supervise two facility technicians.

What Youll Do:

HVAC Self-Performance & Program Ownership

• Serve as the primary hands-on HVAC technician for the campus.
• Perform preventive maintenance diagnostics and repairs on rooftop units split systems cooling towers VAV systems and associated controls.
• Maintain refrigerant logs EPA compliance documentation and service records in accordance with Section 608 requirements.
• Develop and manage a preventive maintenance (PM) calendar covering HVAC equipment across all buildings.
• Respond to HVAC-related tenant and occupant service requests in a timely manner.
• Evaluate and recommend capital improvements equipment replacements and energy efficiency upgrades.

Electrical & Plumbing Oversight

• Oversee and troubleshoot minor electrical issues including lighting panel inspections breakers and emergency systems; coordinate with licensed electricians as required for permitted work.
• Manage routine plumbing maintenance including fixtures drain lines water heaters backflow preventers and irrigation systems; escalate and coordinate licensed plumber involvement as needed.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify and address electrical and plumbing deficiencies before they escalate.

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Directly supervise and mentor two Facilities Technicians assigning daily work orders and ensuring quality execution.
• Conduct performance check-ins provide technical guidance and support the professional development of direct reports.
• Coordinate team schedules to ensure adequate coverage across all occupied buildings during standard business hours and on-call situations.

Multi-Tenant Campus Operations

• Serve as the facilities point of contact for third-party tenant maintenance requests across the two tenant-occupied buildings ensuring compliance with lease obligations.
• Maintain building systems in an owner-occupied building to the highest standard of performance and appearance.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities warranties and equipment documentation across all buildings.

Vendor & Contract Management

• Identify when work exceeds in-house scope and manage specialty vendor relationships for life safety elevators fire suppression and permitted trades.
• Obtain and review vendor quotes track work orders and verify completion quality.
• Assist in building the in-house HVAC program by identifying required tools spare parts inventory and service procedures.
  
  

What Were Looking For:

• Advanced proficiency in commercial HVAC systems including refrigeration cycles controls and building automation systems (BAS).
• Working knowledge of commercial electrical systems (low-voltage controls 480V equipment) and plumbing systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical electrical and plumbing (MEP) drawings and equipment schematics.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills with the ability to assess root cause and implement durable solutions.
• Supervisory and team leadership skills with the ability to delegate coach and hold others accountable.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with tenants ownership and vendors in a professional manner.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple buildings work orders PM schedules and compliance records simultaneously.
• Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or facilities management software.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; Associates degree or technical/vocational training in HVAC mechanical systems or a related field preferred.
• 5 years of hands-on commercial HVAC experience including installation maintenance and repair.
• 1 year of supervisory or lead technician experience.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification (required must possess at time of hire).
• Valid drivers license with a clean driving record.
• Demonstrated ability to self-perform HVAC work without vendor support.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs work at heights and operate in confined spaces as required.

Additionally:

• This is a full-time on-site position. Hybrid or remote arrangements are not available for this role.
• On-call availability is required for after-hours emergencies across occupied buildings; an on-call rotation schedule will be established with the facilities team.
• The organization is actively building its in-house facilities capability. This role will have meaningful input into program design tooling and standard operating procedures.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• This role is primarily performed in an office environment.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and using standard office equipment including a computer keyboard mouse and telephone.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 5 pounds (e.g. office supplies files or a laptop).
• The work environment is typically a climate-controlled office setting with moderate noise levels.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

Compensation:

This range reflects total cash compensation which may include base salary only or base salary plus target bonus depending on the role. Where eligible equity may also be offered separately and not included below. Actual compensation varies based on location experience and qualifications.

• Total Cash Compensation Range: $40.87/hr - $64.90/hr per year

Additionally the following benefits are provided by Red Ventures subject to eligibility requirements.

• Health Insurance Coverage (medical dental and vision)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO): We believe time to rest and recharge is essential. Thats why we offer a generous and flexible PTO policy. Full-time employees accrue 20 days of PTO for a full calendar year annually with an increase to 25 days after five years of service.

Who We Are:

Red Ventures is a global portfolio of high-growth companies spanning several U.S. businessesa joint venture in the health services industryand strategic investments in Europe. Their businesses include The Points Guy Lonely Planet Bankrate the Allconnect Platform RV Home Client Growth RV Growth & Transformation Sage Home Loans Corporation and more. Across the portfolio Red Ventures businesses deliver seamless digital experiences for consumers help Fortune 100 clients solve large-scale digital growth challenges and create world-class experiences and opportunities for employees. Learn more at follow @RedVentures on LinkedIn and Instagram.

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