Apartment Lead Maintenance Technician
About The Position
Adara Communities is hiring an Apartment Lead Maintenance Technician for Waters Edge, a 300-unit property. The role leads and guides maintenance staff, oversees service requests and unit turns, and supports the Property Manager with maintenance projects. The technician also maintains inventory and equipment, participates in an on-call rotation, and helps uphold community standards for safety, cleanliness, and resident satisfaction. The position involves regular physical activity, including standing, walking, sitting, lifting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and reaching. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 pounds individually and up to 100 pounds with assistance. Most work takes place outdoors, with occasional off-site tasks. Employees must follow the company uniform policy; uniforms are provided on the first day. Candidates must live within 20 miles of the property or be willing to relocate.
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 an on-call rotation.
- Live within 20 miles of the property or be willing to relocate.
- Ability to perform regular physical activity including standing, walking, sitting, lifting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and reaching.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds individually and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
- Compliance with the company's uniform policy.
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 on-call rotation as scheduled.
- 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 insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Generous paid time off.
- Rental housing discounts.
- Supportive, people-first culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
