Lead Maintenance

Barge Properties Management Company; West Columbia (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & AD&D

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Time

401(k) Plans

401(k) Employer Matching

Paid Holidays

Career Development

Job summary

Barge Properties is seeking a dependable Lead Maintenance Technician to oversee daily maintenance operations and ensure a safe, functional, well-maintained community in Texas. The role combines hands-on duties with coordinating preventative maintenance, resident service requests, and move-in readiness.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of building systems, a proactive preventative maintenance approach, and leadership skills to help keep operations running smoothly on site.

Qualifications

• EPA and HVAC certification required.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with maintenance management software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily maintenance operations for the property.
• Perform preventative and routine maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances, and structures.
• Diagnose and resolve issues to minimize downtime.
• Be the on-site maintenance person handling trash outs and move-ins.
• Respond promptly to service requests and ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain safety procedures and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance schedules.
• Assist with unit turns to ensure move-in readiness.

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Maintenance troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Education

EPA and HVAC certification

Tools

Maintenance software

Job description

Build Your Career with a Team That Treats Every Property Like Its Own

At Barge Properties, we believe great property management starts with great people.

Headquartered in Central Texas, Barge Properties is a full-service real estate management company specializing in multifamily housing and self-storage communities. Our team partners closely with property owners to streamline operations, improve performance, and maximize long-term property value.

Our mission goes beyond managing buildings.

We focus on creating thriving communities for residents and strong returns for investors while building rewarding careers for the professionals who make it all possible.

Our company manages thousands of units across Texas and has built a reputation for operational expertise, strategic investment insight, and a hands-on leadership approach.

At Barge Properties, every team member plays a role in delivering exceptional service and driving results.

Why Talented Professionals Choose Barge Properties

• Ownership Mindset:We empower our team members to think like owners. Your ideas and decisions directly impact the success of our communities.
• Real Impact:Every person's work contributes to the growth of communities across Texas.
• Experienced Leadership:Our team includes industry professionals with decades of property management expertise who are passionate about mentoring and developing the next generation of leaders.

BENFITS OFFERED

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life & AD&D
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Sick Time
• 401(k) Retirement Plans
• 401(k) Employer Matching
• Paid Holidays
• Career Development & Mobility Opportunities

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a dependable and experienced Lead Maintenance Technician to oversee daily maintenance operations and ensure our community remains safe, functional, and well maintained. This role is responsible for performing hands-on maintenance while also helping coordinate preventative maintenance efforts, responding to resident service requests, and ensuring apartments are move-in ready.

The ideal candidate for the Lead Maintenance Technician role brings strong technical knowledge across building systems, a proactive approach to preventative maintenance, and the leadership skills needed to help keep operations running smoothly.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Oversee daily maintenance operations and support the overall upkeep of the property.
• Perform preventative and routine maintenance on HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, appliances, and building structures.
• Diagnose and resolve maintenance issues efficiently to minimize downtime and disruption.
• The only maintenance person on site-handling trash outs and make ready.
• Respond promptly to resident maintenance requests and ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain compliance with all safety procedures, building codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain a preventative maintenance schedule to reduce future repairs and extend equipment life.
• Assist with unit turns, ensuring apartments are cleaned, repaired, and move-in ready on schedule.
• Maintain maintenance logs, work orders, and documentation using maintenance management systems when applicable.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, and general building maintenance.
• EPA and HVAC certification required.
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve maintenance issues quickly and effectively.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Experience using maintenance management software is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, and move throughout the property for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds, occasionally more with assistance.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at elevated heights.
• Demonstrated ability to use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment

WORK HOURS & LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

• This position requires full-time, on-site presence.
• This is a full-time position, 40+ hours per week. Schedule may vary based on operational needs and maintenance emergencies.
• Participation in an on-call rotation may be required.
• Occasional travel to surrounding communities and local stores, as needed.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.
• We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a U.S. Employment visa (e.g., H-1B) for this position.