Apartment Lead Maintenance Technician

Adara Communities • Sarasota, FL

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About The Position

Adara Communities is hiring an Apartment Lead Maintenance Technician for Timberlake, a 261-unit property. The role leads and trains maintenance staff, oversees service requests and unit turns, and supports the Property Manager with maintenance projects. The technician helps maintain community standards for safety, cleanliness, and resident satisfaction. Candidates must live within 20 miles of the property or be willing to relocate. The salary range is $25–$28 per hour.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience as a maintenance technician in multifamily housing.
• Valid HVAC certification.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Stable work history.
• Personal set of basic hand tools.
• Ability to coach, train, and lead service technicians.
• Strong organizational, troubleshooting, and time-management skills.
• Willingness to participate in the on-call rotation.
• Must live within 20 miles of the property or be willing to relocate.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds individually and up to 100 pounds with assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and guide maintenance staff during daily operations.
• Complete and oversee service requests to ensure timely, high-quality results.
• Coordinate and assist with make-readies, upgrades, and maintenance schedules.
• Ensure work orders and unit turns are completed efficiently and accurately.
• Participate in the scheduled on-call rotation.
• Maintain organized inventory and ensure proper use of tools and equipment.
• Support the Property Manager with maintenance projects and initiatives.
• Uphold community standards for safety, cleanliness, and resident satisfaction.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Strong bonus structure.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Generous PTO.
• Rental housing discounts.
• Supportive, people-first culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed