Lead Maintenance Technician

Afton Properties • Redlands, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Afton Properties, Inc. is a full-service Real Estate Management Company focused on providing tenants with healthy and safe living environments. We prioritize property upkeep and maintenance to ensure residents feel pride in their homes. We are seeking a full-time Lead Maintenance Technician for a Garden Style property with approximately 500 units. The Lead Maintenance Technician will oversee maintenance operations at one property under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor. This role involves performing various tasks to ensure the property is well-maintained, safe, and compliant with health and safety standards. The position requires a flexible schedule and the ability to handle emergencies.

Requirements

• 2 to 3 years of experience as a Maintenance Tech in a residential, hospitality or similar industry.
• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A valid driver's license.
• Ability to understand instructions verbally and in written form.
• Ability to communicate effectively, multi-task, and have good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Survey buildings and repair mechanical systems to ensure they are consistent with health and safety standards.
• Perform maintenance of electrical systems, including replacing light bulbs and sockets, cleaning and repairing circuit breaker panels, and troubleshooting issues.
• Assist in the setup of ventilation, refrigeration, and other systems and conduct repairs when necessary.
• Maintain heating and plumbing systems to ensure functionality and conduct repairs as needed.
• Inspect alarm systems (fire, protection) and schedule repairs when needed.
• Conduct manual repairs when necessary, including fixing locks, replacing windows, and addressing other minor repairs.
• Undertake activities of pest control, such as spraying insecticide.
• Conduct general upkeep procedures, such as landscaping and other tasks as assigned, including painting, carpentry, and other minor repairs.
• Assist in budget preparation and ensure it is followed.
• Conduct regular maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, appliances, or other systems in the facility as required.
• Notify Management of repairs needed before they can complete work.
• For bigger jobs that will be outsourced, obtain 2 to 3 bids for the job.
• Assist the Maintenance Supervisor in tracking maintenance technicians, porters, and housekeepers.
• Provide support for the maintenance staff, including assisting with work orders, repairs, maintaining paint, carpet, appliances, plumbing, heating, and air conditioning, and performing daily maintenance of all common areas.
• Assist in maintaining the required property uniform and ensuring a professional appearance and attitude for all service, custodial, and grounds personnel at all times.
• Schedule and follow up on work orders and projects assigned to the maintenance team as instructed by the Maintenance Supervisor or Property Manager.
• Coordinating with vendors and contractors for repairs and maintenance tasks that require specialized skills or equipment.
• Performing regular safety inspections to ensure that the property is compliant with safety regulations.
• Developing and implementing preventative maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime and prolong the life of building systems and equipment.
• Responding to emergency maintenance requests outside of regular business hours.
• Managing and maintaining inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment and ordering supplies as needed.
• Training and supervising other maintenance staff, including technicians, porters, and housekeepers.
• Coordinating with the Property Manager to ensure that maintenance activities align with the property's overall strategy and goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required by the property manager.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision options with Employer Contribution.
• 401K + Matching: Eligible after 30 days of employment.
• 20% Rental Discount: Eligible to qualified full-time employees after 6 months of employment.
• Paid Vacation.
• Paid Sick Leave: 56 hours of sick leave.
• Paid Holidays: New Year's Day, MLK Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and the day after, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and flexible Birthday Holiday.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED