Lead Maintenance - Townhomes at Princeton Meadows - PRINCETON, TX

About the position

The Lead Maintenance position at Valiant Residential is responsible for overseeing the maintenance of the property, ensuring that repairs and upkeep are performed efficiently and effectively. This role involves direct interaction with residents, managing service requests, and preparing units for rent. The Lead Maintenance will also supervise subordinate maintenance personnel and coordinate with subcontractors to maintain high standards of property management.

Responsibilities

• Complete service requests made by residents within 24 hours.
• Assist in the distribution of flyers and other materials.
• Replace filters and clean air conditioning vents as needed.
• Maintain sprinkler systems.
• Perform HVAC repairs as needed.
• Perform light electrical repairs on appliances, fixtures, switches, outlets, circuits, etc.
• Perform light plumbing work, such as clearing stoppages, replacing fittings, etc.
• Replace broken glass, tile, carpet, screens, garbage disposals, fixtures, appliances, blinds, locks, bulbs, etc.
• Paint interior and exterior when necessary.
• Perform carpentry work, such as fitting doors, freeing windows, replacing and building shelves, sanding, and refinishing floors.
• Assist in custodial work, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash, cleaning windows, etc., in common areas.
• Assist in groundwork, including picking up litter and 'trashing out' vacancies.
• Maintain pool chemical levels and cleanliness.
• Repair concrete, masonry, roof, and fencing when required.
• Perform limited extermination services when required.
• Refurbish apartments prior to resident occupancy (make-ready).
• Conduct exterior and interior preventive maintenance as outlined by the property or regional manager.
• Periodically inspect all units, buildings, and common areas, performing repairs and janitorial assistance as needed.
• Assist in apartment move-in and move-out inspections.
• Supervise sub-contractors working at the property.
• Report any dangerous conditions or issues of liability to the manager.
• Keep accurate records regarding preventive maintenance, pool chemical levels, work orders, apartment make-ready, inventories, and purchase orders.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on all equipment based on the manufacturer's recommendations and operating manuals.
• Order supplies and communicate with vendors.
• Ensure shops, storage areas, and entrances are kept clean and locked, with adequate lighting and ventilation, and that hazardous materials are correctly stored and labeled.
• Train and supervise subordinate employees.
• Schedule subordinate maintenance personnel and work order requests; adhere to maintenance priorities.
• Handle 'on-call' duties whenever needed.
• Participate in standby emergency schedules for evening, weekend, and holiday coverage.
• Assist in preparing the property for various inspections.

Requirements

• A minimum of two years of full-time experience in apartment maintenance or a related trade.
• EPA (refrigerant, transition, and recovery certification).
• Own a basic set of hand tools.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record and auto insurance.
• Ability to perform work responsibilities at other locations and travel within major metropolitan areas with possible overnight stays.
• Ability to work some weekends as needed.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification is preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Technical Certification in a relevant field.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance