Lead Maintenance Technician

American Communities; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

American Communities, a family-owned real estate company dedicated to revitalizing apartment communities, seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to lead and support the maintenance team across properties.

You will oversee daily maintenance operations, coordinate trades, manage service requests, and help control expenses while ensuring resident satisfaction and safety. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• EPA/Freon certification (Type I & II or Universal) required.
• 4–6 years of related maintenance experience; 2+ years supervisory preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, schedule, and support the maintenance team.
• Oversee daily maintenance operations and vendor projects.
• Assist with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliance, carpentry, and more.
• Manage service requests, make-readies, inspections, and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain inventory, order supplies, and oversee invoices.
• Assist with budgets and control maintenance costs.
• Ensure resident service excellence and timely response to requests.
• Coach staff, manage schedules, and monitor overtime.
• Participate in on-call rotation and support other communities as needed.
• Promote a safe, professional work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team coaching

Resident relations

Education

High school diploma or GED

EPA/Freon Certification (Type I & II or Universal)

Tools

HVAC knowledge

Job description

Join the American Communities Team!

American Communities is a family-owned real estate company dedicated to revitalizing apartment communities and creating places residents are proud to call home.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, train, schedule, and support the maintenance team.
• Oversee daily maintenance operations, repairs, and vendor projects.
• Assist with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliance, carpentry, drywall, pool, and building repairs.
• Manage service requests, apartment make‑readies, inspections, and preventative maintenance.
• Maintain inventory, order supplies, and oversee maintenance invoices.
• Assist with budgets and control maintenance, repair, and utility expenses.
• Ensure excellent resident service and timely response to maintenance requests.
• Coach employees, manage schedules, and help control overtime costs.
• Participate in an on‑call rotation and assist other communities as needed.
• Promote a safe, professional, and positive work environment.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• EPA/Freon Certification (Type I & II or Universal) required.
• 4–6 years of related maintenance experience preferred.
• 2 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of apartment or building maintenance systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Basic computer and email skills.
• Ability to work effectively with residents, vendors, and team members.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crawl, and work indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to regularly lift 25+ pounds and occasionally lift more than 100 pounds.
• Ability to work around mechanical equipment, chemicals, electrical systems, and varying weather conditions.
• Some travel between communities may be required.

Why Join American Communities?

At American Communities, we value teamwork, respect, professionalism, and creating exceptional living environments for our residents. Join a company that invests in its communities and its people!