Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician

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Job Details

What is the compensation package

Pay Range: (G27) $26.74 36.86 per hour (depending on experience)

Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves including vacation sick holidays bereavement and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market. Employees also receive great perks: free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena a Provo Library card 50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course a 4/10 work schedule and others. For more information about benefits click here.

What are the main duties

• Lead advanced maintenance repair and improvement work in City facilities on HVAC systems and related building equipment.

• Inspect troubleshoot adjust and calibrate HVAC equipment including computerized controls chillers pumps and supporting components.

• Plan and analyze maintenance and repair projects by identifying needs estimating labor and materials and recommending practical solutions.

• Perform skilled building maintenance work in areas such as electrical carpentry painting masonry concrete flooring locks and hardware as needed to support facility operations.

• Diagnose and repair building systems and devices including access control electronic security lighting controls and other automated systems.

• Review completed work to ensure it meets safety requirements building codes operational standards and project specifications.

• Coordinate with contractors vendors staff and building representatives to support quality work schedule compliance and minimal disruption to operations.

• Lead and support daily field activities by assigning work mentoring technicians resolving complex issues and helping maintain consistent service across facilities.

• Maintain accurate records of work performed time materials purchases and work order completion in accordance with division standards.

• Support preventive maintenance programs tool and equipment upkeep technician training and other related duties as needed including acting in a higher-level role when assigned.

What are the minimum requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience performing work in a variety of skilled trades such as carpentry plumbing construction electrical HVAC or related field.

• Experience providing technical guidance and support to other technicians in a lead role.

• A valid lawful Driver License.

• Forklift certificate within 3 months of hire.

What is the selection process

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted with the first screening being held on June 11 2026. Applicants mustmeet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City

Provo is a strong community-centered city with thriving neighborhoods dedicated residents and a deep tradition of service and innovation. We build on these strengths by making city government more transparent and efficient expanding diverse and affordable housing revitalizing local business districts and investing in smarter infrastructure and transportation. By planning growth thoughtfully and managing resources responsibly we maintain a future for Provo that is vibrant connected and welcoming for families students seniors and business for generations to come. All of this makes Provo well-managed friendly economically vibrant and livable for people at all stages of life. Visit to learn more!

Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.