Maintenance Lead
| Location: | Tiffin |
| Reports To: | Facilities Manager |
| Department: | Maintenance |
| FLSA Status: | Non-Exempt |
| Supervises: | Maintenance Specialists (Tiffin location) |
| Date Reviewed: | July 2026 |
Homemakers Aim
To be Iowa’s preferred furniture store by providing exceptional experiences for our customers and employees.
Job Summary:
The Maintenance Lead is responsible for leading and coordinating the day-to-day work of the maintenance team at our new Tiffin location, while personally performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain facility equipment. This role combines hands-on technical work with team leadership — assigning tasks, training team members, ensuring safety and quality standards are met, and serving as the primary point of contact for maintenance operations in support of the site’s business goals and objectives.Leadership Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership – Lead, schedule, and assign daily and weekly work to Maintenance Specialists, ensuring proper coverage and prioritization of tasks across the facility.
- Training & Development – Train, mentor, and onboard maintenance team members on equipment operation, safety protocols, and facility procedures.
- Point of Contact – Serve as the first point of escalation for maintenance issues, coordinating with outside vendors and contractors as needed.
- Quality Assurance – Inspect completed work performed by the team to confirm adherence to safety standards, company procedures, and quality expectations.
- Communication – Keep the Facilities Manager informed of team performance, outstanding issues, and resource needs.
- Inventory & Cost Control – Oversee maintenance parts and supplies inventory, placing orders as needed and helping control maintenance costs.
- Lead by Example – Perform hands-on maintenance and repair work alongside the team, modeling safe work habits and strong craftsmanship.
Hands-On Maintenance Responsibilities:
- Perform and oversee emergency, scheduled, and preventive maintenance on machinery, equipment, and facility systems across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing, and carpentry areas.
- Diagnose issues, repair or replace parts, read manuals/work orders, and operate a wide range of tools and testing equipment safely.
- Maintain facility infrastructure including lighting, electrical outlets, HVAC components, forklifts, doors, walls, and general building systems.
- Maintain maintenance supplies inventory, keep logs, follow safety/operational procedures, and maintain clean, orderly work areas.
- Support additional tasks such as building display props, assisting with deliveries, and providing feedback to management on safety, efficiency, and productivity.
Qualifications:
- Prior maintenance experience required; 1–2 years in a lead, supervisory, or trainer capacity strongly preferred.
- Must be highly motivated, able to lead a team, and work independently with minimal oversight.
- Strong working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, welding, construction, and air conditioning equipment.
- Must be able to work at varying heights.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
- Ability to work extra hours as business needs require.
- Strong communication and organizational skills to coordinate team schedules and priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to train, coach, and hold team members accountable.
Physical & Environmental Expectations:
- Stand and walk for extended periods.
- Lift, push, pull, and maneuver products and equipment weighing up to 150 lbs.
- Repetitive bending, lifting, and arm movements.
- Operate forklifts and work at varying heights.
- Work indoors and outdoors in warehouse conditions including noise, dust, and temperature changes.
Please apply at the link below. Applications that do not apply here will not be considered.
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/4316040
Position Type: Full-Time
