Lead Maintenance Technician

The Inter-Faith Group; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Inter-Faith Group is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician for our Carlsbad, NM property. The ideal candidate will perform general maintenance, respond to service requests, and maintain a safe, welcoming environment for residents.

Required: hands-on maintenance experience, HVAC certification, and a valid driver’s license; bilingual English/Spanish preferred. You will join a team dedicated to quality, safety, and community upkeep, with on-call rotation and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance experience in apartment or multifamily settings.
• HVAC certification required and knowledge of HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs throughout the property, including units and common areas.
• Complete resident service requests in a timely manner, aiming for 24-hour responses.
• Assist with preventive maintenance programs for building systems and amenities.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

Texas Inter-Faith Management/40i is a nonprofit organization affiliated with The Inter-Faith Group (IFG), an alliance of seven independently operated nonprofit organizations that share a collective mission to create quality affordable housing and provide supportive services to families.
Our team members are expected to embrace, exemplify, and uphold our core values of Stewardship, Hard-Working, Well-Respected, Innovation, and Neighborly Cooperation (SHWIN) while fostering positive relationships within the organization and with our residents, partners, vendors, and community stakeholders.
We are seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician for one of our properties in Carlsbad, New Mexico. The ideal candidate is proactive, dependable, self-motivated, honest, and takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming community for our residents.
Candidates should have previous apartment or multifamily maintenance experience, including experience with plumbing, electrical repairs, painting, drywall, appliance repair, make-ready/turnover maintenance, and general property upkeep. Current HVAC certification is required.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts, with on-call responsibilities, weekend availability, and possible overtime as needed.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform general maintenance and repairs throughout the property, including residential units, common areas, building interiors, and exterior areas.
• Complete resident service requests accurately and in a timely manner, with the goal of responding to service requests within 24 hours.
• Troubleshoot and complete repairs involving plumbing, electrical systems, appliances, HVAC systems, drywall, painting, carpentry, cabinets, doors, fixtures, and other building components.
• Prepare vacant apartment homes for new residents by completing make-ready and turnover work efficiently and according to company standards.
• Perform HVAC maintenance and repairs in accordance with applicable certification and EPA requirements.
• Replace plumbing fixtures, light fixtures, electrical components, and other property equipment as needed.
• Complete sheetrock/drywall repairs, interior painting, touch-ups, and other unit preparation work.
• Perform basic carpentry repairs, including cabinets, doors, trim, and related items.
• Assist with preventive maintenance programs for building interiors and exteriors, HVAC systems, lighting, pools, fitness equipment, and other property systems and amenities.
• Regularly inspect building systems and property conditions, including fire, electrical, security, and other safety-related systems, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate supervisor.
• Maintain property grounds and common areas to company standards for cleanliness, appearance, safety, and functionality.
• Follow OSHA requirements, company safety procedures, and all applicable safety standards.
• Properly store and handle flammable, hazardous, and maintenance-related materials.
• Maintain an appropriate inventory of maintenance tools, equipment, parts, and supplies.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with residents, coworkers, supervisors, vendors, and contractors.
• Assist with emergency maintenance situations and participate in the property's on-call rotation as required.
• Respond to the property on short notice when necessary for urgent or emergency maintenance needs.
• Perform additional maintenance-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Apartment Maintenance Technician, Make-Ready Technician, Maintenance Assistant, or in a similar maintenance role.
• Hands-on experience with plumbing, electrical repairs, painting, appliance repair, drywall, carpentry, and general building maintenance.
• Experience with apartment make-ready and unit turnover is strongly preferred.
• Current HVAC certification required.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems and applicable EPA requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues and determine appropriate repairs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to prioritize and complete work orders in a timely manner.
• Must be dependable, self-motivated, and capable of working independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to communicate professionally with residents, coworkers, vendors, and management.
• Ability to participate in an on-call schedule and report to the property on short notice when needed.
• Valid driver's license, current automobile insurance, and vehicle registration required when driving for business purposes.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Previous apartment, multifamily, residential, or commercial maintenance experience preferred.
• HVAC certification and demonstrated HVAC knowledge required.

As part of our hiring process, candidates will be asked to complete a Culture Index survey.
Culture Index Survey:https://go.cultureindex.com/p/xqCYH7Usgb
To learn more about The Inter-Faith Group, please visit:https://interfaithgroup.org/
To learn more about our organization and impact, view Inter-Faith Group Celebrating 2024:https://youtu.be/owS-n_dM-1A?si=xWzG4qNUYIDC_Lfs