Lead Building Technician - Commercial (Tennessee)

If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, to drive your career development, embraces diversity and rewards innovation, with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the GDI Ainsworth team today!

Job Summary: 

The GDI  Ainsworth family is looking for an energetic team member with commercial experience to lead the building operation technicians our Tennessee office. This Lead Building Technician will be responsible for leading the team with performing routine and specialized maintenance and repairs in various areas such as buildings, equipment, and grounds. This may include tasks such as painting, plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, and janitorial duties or other specialized work as required by client facilities. This role will include oversight of repairs and work in a manner to provide guidance and insight to fellow technicians. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting routine inspections of premises and equipment.
• Performing preventative maintenance.
• Handling basic repairs and maintenance.
• Performance of specialized maintenance work as required.  Examples may include operation and maintenance of heavy machinery e.g. excavators/graders, maintenance of vehicles, basic millwork and carpentry repairs, roadways and grounds maintenance, maintenance of dock locks and levelers, maintenance of door systems, roofing repairs, etc.
• Delegating and directing the activities of outside contractors where needed including setting priorities, performing quality control checks and certifying invoices.
• Diagnosing mechanical issues and correcting them.
• Completion of electronic or paper-based records of maintenance tasks.
• Planning and directing maintenance operations under supervision.
• Problem solving for the team. 
• Instructing team members on proper maintenance techniques and providing hands on training.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• 5 years’ experience in the maintenance field with commercial experience
• Ideally 1 years of leadership involvement leading a maintenance support team
• Skills in problem-solving, troubleshooting, and repairing or replacing faulty parts
• Coordinating efforts to uphold operational standards
• Responding promptly to maintenance issues
• Blend of technical expertise and leadership skills
• Prioritizing tasks effectively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Advanced organizational skills

While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

GDI Ainsworth is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.

GDI Ainsworth is an integrated multi-trade company, offering end-to-end services and solutions for all asset maintenance and refurbishment requirements of our customers. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced products as well as provide the highest quality service. We are rapidly growing and need talented professionals to help drive our vision at becoming the best multi-trade company in the country! Join us…. Make a difference.