Lead Maintenance Technician

Sunridge Management - Mesquite, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Mesquite, TX

Real Estate

About the position

The Lead Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the physical integrity of the community at all times. This involves ensuring a clean and well-maintained living environment for residents, visitors, and staff. The Lead Maintenance Technician's duty is to anticipate, identify, and correct any and all problems involving the property and to implement procedures that will prevent such problems. An effective program of maintenance is essential in order to maintain a clean and well-maintained environment, cultivate resident satisfaction, and protect the investment of the apartment property owner. The Lead Maintenance Technician conducts all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, as well as state and federal laws, including OSHA, ADA, and Fair Housing regulations. This role includes performing maintenance tasks personally and delegating to assistants, overseeing and occasionally inspecting work performed by assistants, and managing a system for handling resident service requests. The technician is expected to complete work orders within 24 hours when possible and to schedule maintenance personnel in conjunction with the manager to ensure maintenance is available for emergency purposes, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. In terms of preventative maintenance and safety, the Lead Maintenance Technician conducts regularly scheduled safety meetings with the entire staff, maintains and communicates HAZCOM standards, and keeps MSDS sheets current and accessible. They must maintain thorough knowledge of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations governing the proper storage and management of hazardous materials. The technician is responsible for ensuring that all make-ready repairs and services are completed correctly and on schedule, reporting all major repairs and requisitions to the manager prior to any expenditure of funds, and maintaining accurate records regarding preventative maintenance and service requests. The position requires at least 3 years of experience in property maintenance or a related field, and the technician must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of various tools and equipment. The role also involves physical demands such as being on feet for extended periods, performing routine maintenance and repairs, and occasionally lifting heavy items. The Lead Maintenance Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and satisfaction of residents while maintaining the property to the highest standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, state and federal laws; e.g., OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing, etc.
• Perform maintenance tasks personally and delegate to assistants.
• Oversee and occasionally inspect work performed by assistants.
• Institute and manage a system for handling resident service requests.
• Complete work orders within 24 hours when possible.
• Schedule maintenance personnel in conjunction with the manager for emergency purposes, 24/7.
• Conduct regularly scheduled safety meetings with entire staff; maintain and communicate HAZCOM standards.
• Keep MSDS sheets current and readily accessible.
• Maintain knowledge of laws and EPA and OSHA regulations regarding hazardous materials.
• Correct hazardous conditions immediately throughout the community.
• Maintain accurate records regarding preventative maintenance and service requests.
• Schedule and perform minor and routine maintenance on all appropriate equipment regularly.
• Inspect and maintain all tools in excellent condition.
• Indoctrinate and assist in the development of subordinate maintenance staff.
• Instill a 'safety first' attitude with all staff members.
• Instruct staff on proper use and guidelines for safety items.
• Diagnose and perform daily minor and routine maintenance/repair on various systems and equipment.
• Ensure all make-ready repairs and services are completed correctly and on schedule.
• Report all major repairs and requisitions to the manager prior to any expenditure of funds.
• Maintain adequate inventory of spare parts and maintenance materials.
• Perform work area clean-up and safety-related duties.
• Assist in keeping grounds neat and free of litter.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in property maintenance or equivalent field.
• Knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to diagnose and perform routine maintenance and repairs on various systems and equipment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with HVAC systems and appliances.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and compliance standards.