Lead Maintenance Technician

Houston Housing Authority•Houston, TX

17d

About The Position

The Lead Maintenance Technician at the Houston Housing Authority (HHA) will be an integral part of the Real Estate Investment & Development (REID) Department, providing building facilities and property maintenance support.

Requirements

Proven experience in Lead Technician or Maintenance roles
Proficiency in using relevant tools and equipment.
Leadership and team management experience.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.
Knowledge of relevant safety regulations and codes.
High School Diploma.
3-5 years of facilities maintenance or mechanical repair.
Proficiency with a variety of tools and equipment used in facility maintenance.
Strong time-management and people skills, high degree of flexibility, and excellent multitasking ability.
Knowledge of specific trade skills, such as electrical, plumbing, or HVAC.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of company information.
Strong problem – solving and troubleshooting abilities.
Valid Texas driver's license
Eligibility for coverage under Houston Housing Authority fleet auto insurance.

Responsibilities

Complete property maintenance requests that consist of hands on repairs (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and HVAC), equipment upkeep, and safety inspections.
Lead a team of maintenance technicians while providing daily support ensuring timely completion of maintenance requests.
Conduct regular inspections to identify and address potential issues and proactively schedule necessary repairs.
Ensure all work complies with applicable codes, regulations and safety standards.
Conduct property site walks inside and outside all property and/or HHA building facilities.
Coordinate maintenance and repairs with vendors, ensuring quality and timely completion.
Collaborate with the HHA engineering team on projects and complex technical tasks
Create work schedules, assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure projects are completed on time.
Perform complex repairs and maintenance.
Troubleshoot technical problems and ensure equipment is functioning correctly
All other duties assigned.