Facilities Maintenance Team Lead

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Closing Date:

12/05/2026

Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Facilities

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

OPS | Campus Operation EO Clinical Maint

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

Bring your maintenance expertise and leadership skills to a role that keeps UAMS moving. As the Facilities Maintenance Team Lead within Engineering & Operations, you will help guide a skilled team in delivering safe, reliable, and responsive maintenance services across UAMS.

Working closely with the Facilities Maintenance Manager, you will coordinate daily work assignments, organize maintenance schedules, support service requests, and help maintain strong technical performance. You will also ensure work orders contain accurate, complete information for billing and departmental tracking while helping daily operations run smoothly.

Your leadership will support both quality workmanship and excellent customer service. You will coach technicians in effective customer communication, assist with training new employees, and review completed work for quality and safety. Additional responsibilities include coordinating tools and materials, placing material orders, scheduling repairs with vendors, and communicating with departments across UAMS to address maintenance needs.

Success in this role requires strong leadership, a thorough understanding of departmental processes and the current work order system, and a commitment to safety, teamwork, and service. This is an opportunity to share your expertise, strengthen your team, and make a daily impact on the facilities that support UAMS.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED PLUS five (5) years of general maintenance experience.
• Valid driver’s license with fewer than 12 points on the Motor Vehicle Record.
• Basic proficiency using computers, tablets, and smartphones.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree.
• Five to ten years of general maintenance experience, preferably in a health care environment.

Qualifications Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Responsibilities

• Coordinate maintenance schedules and daily work assignments to support timely, efficient service.
• Mentor technicians in effective customer communication and professional service delivery.
• Review completed work for quality, accuracy, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Assist with onboarding and training new employees while supporting ongoing technical skill development.
• Ensure work orders contain accurate, complete information for billing and departmental tracking.
• Assist the Facilities Maintenance Manager with daily workflows, operational coordination, and team productivity.
• Maintain effective communication with departments across UAMS to coordinate services and address maintenance needs.
• Lead and participate in maintenance repairs, troubleshooting, and responses to urgent facility issues.
• Ensure repairs are completed safely, correctly, and efficiently.
• Oversee inventory and coordinate the procurement of tools, equipment, and materials needed for maintenance operations.
• Coordinate material orders and schedule equipment repairs with vendors
• Reinforce safety protocols and promote accountability, quality workmanship, and excellent customer service.
• Ensure team compliance with applicable state, federal, and UAMS regulations.
• Support audits and inspections by maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring operational readiness.

This position is designated as essential and performs other duties as assigned. All work must follow established safety and productivity procedures and protocols.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

Crawling, Crouching, Feeling, Hearing, Kneeling, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes