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Facilities Lead Technician (Conservatory & Visitor Center)

Facilities Lead Technician (Conservatory & Visitor Center)

About Us
Lauritzen Gardens is an award-winning, 100-acre botanical garden recognized as the Best Attraction in the 2025 Omaha Metropolitan Area Tourism Awards and ranked #3 in the U.S. by USA Today for Top Botanical Gardens. As a nonprofit, we are dedicated to conservation across the Great Plains, sustainable horticulture, and creating engaging, educational experiences that connect people to the natural world.

Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled Facilities Lead Technician to support and maintain critical operations across our Conservatory and Visitor & Education Center. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional with strong experience in facilities maintenance, building systems, and repairs who enjoys working in a unique, mission-driven environment.

You’ll play a key role in keeping our campus safe, functional, and welcoming—leading preventative maintenance efforts, troubleshooting issues, and supporting events and exhibits throughout the year.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and perform preventative maintenance across a 25,000 sq. ft. Visitor Center and 17,000 sq. ft. Conservatory
  • Inspect facilities, document conditions, and implement repairs and improvements
  • Perform hands-on work across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, and general building systems
  • Safely operate lifts, forklifts, and maintenance equipment
  • Maintain indoor and outdoor fixtures, furniture, and infrastructure
  • Support installation and teardown of exhibits, festivals, and special events
  • Track work orders and communicate updates using digital systems
  • Collaborate with staff, contractors, and volunteers to ensure smooth operations

What You Bring

  • 4+ years of facilities maintenance or building operations experience
  • Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general repair
  • Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Comfortable working indoors/outdoors in varying weather conditions
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks (standing, climbing, kneeling)
  • Valid driver’s license required

Work Schedule & Environment

  • Full-time, 40 hours/week (some weekends, evenings, and on-call needs)
  • Outdoor and indoor work across garden and facility spaces
  • Exposure to weather, equipment, and active event environments

Why Join Us

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid holidays + floating holidays
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Garden membership
  • Opportunities for professional development

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Join a team that blends skilled trades work with a mission to inspire, educate, and preserve. Your expertise will help create a safe and beautiful environment for thousands of visitors each year.

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