Apartment Lead Maintenance Technician

Adara Communities • Sarasota, FL

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Adara Communities is seeking an experienced Apartment Lead Maintenance Technician to join their team. With 40 years of industry experience, Adara Communities focuses on technology, customer service, and community living, driven by its people. This role involves leading and training maintenance staff, overseeing service requests, coordinating make-readies and upgrades, and ensuring efficient completion of work orders. The position also requires participation in an on-call rotation, maintaining inventory, and supporting the Property Manager with maintenance projects. Upholding community standards for safety, cleanliness, and resident satisfaction is crucial.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 Years Previous Experience as a Maintenance Technician in multifamily housing REQUIRED
• Valid HVAC Certification REQUIRED
• Valid Drivers License and reliable transportation
• Stable work history
• A personal set of basic hand tools
• Proven ability to coach, train, and lead service technicians
• Strong organizational, troubleshooting, and time-management skills
• Willingness to participate in on-call rotation
• Candidates must live within a 20-mile radius of the property or be willing to relocate.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and guide maintenance staff throughout daily operations
• Complete and oversee service requests to ensure timely, high-quality results
• Coordinate and assist with make-readies, upgrades, and maintenance schedules
• Ensure all 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/equipment
• Support the Property Manager with various maintenance projects and initiatives
• Uphold community standards for safety, cleanliness, and resident satisfaction

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• Generous PTO
• Rental housing discounts
• A supportive, people-first culture

What This Job Offers

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