Apartment Maintenance Technician Lead in Orange

Energy Jobline ZR; Orange (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking an experienced Lead Maintenance Technician for a 190+ unit apartment community in Orange, VA. This is a full-time role with full benefits and an initial temporary period of 12–18 months, with potential for permanence based on business needs.

The candidate must be HVAC certified, able to lead a four-person maintenance team, handle multi-trade repairs, and coordinate vendors while keeping safety and property standards at the forefront.

Qualifications

• Must live within 30 minutes of the property for on-call rotation.
• HVAC Certification is required.
• 3–5 years as a Lead Maintenance Technician or 5+ years as a Maintenance Technician at a 200+ unit property.
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience managing 4+ staff.
• Strong skills in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, turnovers, and general repairs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the maintenance team while working hands-on.
• Manage and complete work orders, unit turns, and preventative maintenance.
• Perform repairs across multiple trades (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting).
• Coordinate vendors, inspections, inventory, and property standards.
• Maintain maintenance logs, safety records, and equipment schedules.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergencies.
• Ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality property operations.

Skills

leadership

supervisory experience

hands-on maintenance

multi-trade capability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HVAC Certification

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

We are seeking an experienced Lead Maintenance Technician for a 190+ unit apartment community.

This is a full-time role with full benefits. Compensation is based on experience.

The position is initially temporary (12–18 months) with the possibility of becoming permanent based on business needs.

Cultural Vision:

• Honest & Kind – Integrity, transparency, compassion in work and life.
• Humble – Modest, respectful, open; grow through giving and receiving honest feedback.
• Heart & Soul – Depth of expression and care in relationships and choices.
• Passionate – Love for work, striving for excellence, positively impacting others.
• Teamwork – Collaborative, leveraging team strengths, owning successes and shortcomings.
• Innovative – Open-minded, fresh ideas, evolving how we work and interact.

Qualifications:

• Must live within 30 minutes of the property for on-call rotation
• HVAC Certification – Required
• 3–5 years as a Lead Maintenance Technician or 5+ years as a Maintenance Technician at a 200+ unit property
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience managing 4+ staff
• Strong skills in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, turnovers, and general repairs
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to meet physical demands, pass background check, and comply with a drug/alcohol-free workplace policy

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise the maintenance team while working hands-on
• Manage and complete work orders, unit turns, and preventative maintenance
• Perform repairs across multiple trades (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting)
• Coordinate vendors, inspections, inventory, and property standards
• Maintain maintenance logs, safety records, and equipment schedules
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergencies
• Ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality property operations

Performance Expectations

• Timely completion of work orders and unit turns
• Accurate troubleshooting and repairs
• Effective inventory and preventative maintenance tracking
• Clear communication with staff, , and corporate teams
• Consistently well-maintained property condition

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical and hands-on maintenance expertise
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making
• High productivity, attention to detail, and professionalism
• Ability to lead, train, and hold a team accountable

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and maintain a drug/alcohol-free workplace.

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