Lead Maintenance

NM Residential; Venice (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

NM Residential in Venice Isles Luxury Apartments seeks an experienced Lead Maintenance professional to oversee the physical assets, coordinate repairs, and lead on-site maintenance staff. This role includes preventive maintenance, apartment make-readies, safety audits, and collaboration with the Property Manager.

Requirements: High School Diploma or GED, EPA Universal Certification, 5+ years maintenance experience, and 3+ years in a lead role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• EPA Universal Certification required.
• 5+ years of maintenance experience required.
• 3+ years in a maintenance supervisor or lead role required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee on-site maintenance staff and schedule work.
• Coordinate apartment make-readies and service requests.
• Inspect units during moves and ensure readiness for occupancy.
• Perform repairs on appliances, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and general building systems.
• Monitor work quality, safety, and maintain budgets.
• Train and mentor maintenance staff.

Skills

Maintenance supervision

Leadership

Communication

Budget monitoring

Safety mindset

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EPA Universal Certification

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

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Lead Maintenance

Full Time Venice, FL, US

Salary Range: $23.00 To $25.00 Hourly

NM Residential is seeking an experienced Lead Maintenance professional to join our dynamic team at our beautiful apartment community, Venice Isles Luxury Apartments.

Along with the Property Manager, the Lead Maintenance is responsible for overseeing the physical assets, general maintenance repairs, apartment make-readies, preventive maintenance, and construction or rehabilitation projects for the apartment community.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support on-site maintenance staff, including scheduling, work assignments, and day-to-day guidance, under the direction of the Property Manager
• Coordinate apartment make-ready activities, service requests, and maintenance priorities to ensuretimelycompletion and readiness for occupancy
• Work closely with the Property Manager and office team on unit walks, inspections, move-ins, and move-outs
• Perform and oversee repairs to appliances, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and general building systems
• Monitor work quality, reduce callbacks, and ensure repairs are completed correctly and safely
• Maintain maintenance supply inventory andassistwith budget monitoring; obtain approval for major or unbudgeted purchases
• Conduct regular property inspections toidentifymaintenance needs, safety hazards, and preventive maintenance opportunities
• Ensure cleanliness of work areas and proper removal of trash and debris during make-ready activities
• Train and mentor maintenance staff and provide input on performance, development, and corrective action as needed
• Coordinate preventive maintenance programs and complete required safety audits
  Perform other duties as assigned by management

Technical Maintenance Responsibilities

• Appliance Repair – Troubleshooting and repair of washers/dryers, pumps, transmissions, and water heaters
• Carpentry – Cabinetry, door hardware, hinges, drywall repair/replacement,windowand shelving installation
• Electrical – Replace outlets, switches, fixtures, circuit breakers, photocells, and ballasts; use test equipment safely
• HVAC – Filter changes, coil cleaning, pump replacement, troubleshooting via schematics and wiring diagrams; EPA certificationrequired
• Plumbing – Repairs on copper, PVC, and CPVC; toilets, fixtures, valves, water heaters; use of electric auger or snake
• Pool/Spa Care – Filter cleaning, chemical testing, pump/motor repair,safetyand signage compliance

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 8-hour shift
• On-call rotation required for emergencies

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED (required)
• EPA Universal Certification (Required)
• Experience:
• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience (required)
• Minimum of 3 years of maintenance supervisor or lead role experience (required)

Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Responsive to residents, contractors, and management
• Ability to analyze both physical and fiscal property operations
• Proven ability to supervise, train, coach, and motivate maintenance staff
• Demonstrates leadership, independence, and strong teamwork skills
• Must provide personal hand and power tools (including drills, saws, screwdrivers, and plumbing tools)

Employee Benefits