Lead Technician, Facilities Maintenance (R3842) jobs in United States
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Shield AI · 3 weeks ago

Lead Technician, Facilities Maintenance (R3842)

Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. The Facilities Lead is responsible for overseeing the operation and maintenance of assigned facilities, ensuring safety and compliance, while also leading a team of facilities technicians and coordinating with vendors.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Supervise daily activities of facilities technicians and provide direction, support, and feedback
Act as the primary point of contact for on-site facilities operations
Train and mentor team members, promoting safety and operational best practices
Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs for building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire/life safety, security, etc.)
Ensure all facilities work meets company standards, codes, and regulatory requirements
Monitor and respond to service requests, escalating urgent issues as needed
Enforce compliance with OSHA regulations, fire safety codes, and environmental requirements along with EHS Manager
Maintain and update safety documentation, inspection logs, and maintenance records
Support company safety initiatives and participate in safety audits and training
Coordinate vendor work schedules and verify quality of completed work

Qualification

Facilities maintenanceLeadershipCMMS softwareVendor managementBuilding systems knowledgeTeam-buildingProblem-solvingCommunication skillsTime management

Required

High school diploma or GED required
5+ years of facilities maintenance experience, including at least 1–2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity
Strong technical knowledge of building systems, maintenance practices, and safety regulations
Experience managing vendors and contractors
Strong leadership and team-building skills
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Proficient in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) software and Microsoft Office Suite
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform tasks requiring standing, walking, bending, and climbing ladders
Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed

Preferred

associate's or technical degree preferred

Benefits

Bonus
Benefits
Equity
Temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Company

Shield AI

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Shield AI is a deep-tech company that focuses on developing AI-powered systems to enhance the safety of service members and civilians.

H1B Sponsorship

Shield AI has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (3)
2024 (3)
2021 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$1.31B
Key Investors
Hercules CapitalUS Innovative Technology FundSnowpoint Ventures
2025-03-06Series F· $240M
2023-12-29Debt Financing· $200M
2023-10-31Series F· $300M

Leadership Team

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Gary Steele
Chief Executive Officer
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Brandon Tseng
Co-Founder
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