Lead Apartment Maintenance Tech - North Central
About The Position
Fairway Management, a division of JES Holdings, is seeking a Lead Maintenance Tech to maintain and support apartment communities and rental properties in the affordable housing market. The role focuses on keeping properties in good condition, providing responsive service to residents, completing work orders, catching maintenance issues early, and preparing properties for inspections. The position performs a broad range of maintenance work, including drywall repair, painting, plumbing, electrical work, appliance repair, HVAC troubleshooting and repair, and general building maintenance. The Lead Maintenance Tech leads unit turns and make-ready work, performs preventative maintenance checks, prepares for state agency, investor, REAC, and INSPIRE inspections, and trains Maintenance Tech I and II staff. The role reports to the Regional Manager and Maintenance Superintendent for delegated tasks and may assist neighboring properties. The schedule is full time, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The position also requires after-hours on-call availability, travel for training or conferences as required, and overtime when needed and approved. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- EPA Certification.
- Five years of experience in multifamily, commercial, or hotel maintenance.
- Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and building operating systems, such as door entry and fire suppression systems.
- Knowledge of REAC and INSPIRE inspection preparation.
- Knowledge of HUD and LIHTC maintenance standards.
- Must have applicable maintenance tools.
- Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds, work in attics and crawl spaces, and work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, and snow.
- Must be willing to be available for after-hours on-call work.
- Must be willing to assist neighboring properties and travel for training or conferences as required.
- Must be willing to work overtime as needed and approved.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- HVAC EPA Type II Certification.
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and investor regulations and policies.
- Prepare for state agency and investor inspections, including REAC or INSPIRE inspections.
- Prioritize work orders for assigned properties.
- Maintain exceptional curb appeal at assigned properties.
- Be available for after-hours on-call work.
- Lead the make-ready process and complete unit turns in a timely manner, including painting, carpet cleaning, and general cleaning as needed.
- Perform quarterly preventative maintenance checks.
- Complete the physical requirements of the position, including lifting up to 55 pounds and working in enclosed spaces and outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Assist neighboring properties with maintenance tasks as needed.
- Pick up supplies from area vendors as needed while legally operating a registered and properly insured vehicle.
- Travel to and participate in regional and corporate training or conferences as required.
- Remain alert to emergencies, suspicious persons, or events and notify appropriate staff.
- Maintain positive and professional relationships with residents, vendors, and staff.
- Notify the manager of health and safety concerns on site.
- Work overtime as needed and approved.
- Troubleshoot, repair, and replace HVAC systems.
- Train assigned staff on company systems, building systems, safety, and general maintenance, including Maintenance Tech I and II staff.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
