Lead Maintenance Technician

YES Communities, LLC.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Lead to ensure community grounds are safe, organized, and well-maintained. This role involves hands-on leadership of the maintenance team, coordinating repairs, and ensuring timely service to residents. The ideal candidate will possess a valid driver's license and have experience in home refurbishment, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing. Join a team that values community and safety, while enjoying competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. If you're ready to make a difference in residents' lives, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required for the role.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in home refurbishment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance team to ensure timely completion of repairs.
• Maintain company assets through preventative maintenance.
• Respond to emergency calls and manage service requests.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Driver's License

HVAC Certification

OSHA Certification

Tools

Industry-specific software

Job description

14311 Skyfrost Dr, Dallas, TX 75253, USA

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:00 AM

Maintenance Lead

Reports To: Community Manager

About YES:

Founded in 2008, YES Communities has established itself as a leader in the manufactured housing space. YES is the largest privately held manufactured housing REIT in the country. Our commitment to improving communities and enhancing the lives of our residents is evident in our long-standing industry presence and the experience of our leadership team. This dedication and expertise have earned YES recognition and respect in the field, underscoring our significant role in shaping the manufactured housing landscape.

Maintenance Lead Position Overview:

In this role, we are relying on you to keep the community grounds safe, organized, well-maintained, and fully stocked with necessary supplies. You will be interacting with residents and ensuring the timely and satisfactory completion of service requests and inspections. You will also be a key player in the upkeep of community assets and grounds. Teamwork is also an essential key to success in this role.

Maintenance Lead Essential Functions:

1. Provide hands-on leadership and task management for the maintenance team members as directed by the Community Manager to ensure timely completion of repairs and/or updates as requested by lender inspections.
2. Maintain all company assets, including rental inventory, tools, grounds, equipment, maintenance facility(s), through forms of preventative maintenance, work orders, and home refurbishment.
3. Coordinate new home delivery and set-up, and request any warranty or follow-up work with the community manager and manufacturers.
4. Respond to after-hour emergency calls immediately based on the on-call schedule.
5. Order supplies, tools, and equipment as needed and with management approval.
6. Read water meters, identify, and resolve leaks within the community as applicable.
7. Participate in the monthly Safety Teams meetings held on the first Wednesday of each month.
8. Follow safety precautions including but not limited to: chemical use, OSHA requirements, and upkeep of all OSHA and PPE equipment as required by Company/State standards including the Personal Protection Equipment boards required in each location’s maintenance shop.
9. Conduct maintenance interviews and assist with the onboarding of new maintenance team members.
10. Maintain safe winter road conditions through snow removal and de-icing when applicable. Diligent completion and filing of snow and salt logs.
11. Log and maintain all company vehicles according to legal and YES compliance and safety standards.
12. Notify management of any incident/accident immediately.
13. Coordinate with the team to secure utilities on vacant lots, i.e., installing caps on sanitary lines, locks on electrical pedestals, covered crocks over exposed water lines, and removal of all old tiedowns.
14. Additional duties as assigned by management which are subject to change.

Maintenance Lead Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to stand and walk for up to eight (8) hours per day.
2. Use of hands, including fingers, to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls in a repetitive motion.
3. Capacity to reach with arms and hands overhead and in front of your body safely.
4. Frequently required to be flexible by climbing, balancing, or occasionally crawling in confined spaces.
5. Ability to see clearly at both far and close distances as well as the capacity to adjust focus effectively.
6. Required to regularly push, pull, lift, or carry 50 lbs. Occasionally up to 85 lbs.
7. Proper handling of potentially hazardous chemicals.
8. Must be able to climb ladders, occasionally up to an 8-foot ladder safely.

Maintenance Lead Education and Experience:

1. A valid in-state driver’s license is required.
2. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
3. Previous home refurbishment or make-ready experience preferred.
4. HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Pool Operation experience are a PLUS.
5. OSHA certifications or completed trainings are a plus.
6. Proficiency in industry specific software products including the use of electronic devices/tablets.

The YES Difference

Competitive salary | Comprehensive health benefits | Life, long and short-term disability insurance | 401(k) with company match

YES I can help *YES We are a team * YES We add value * YES We build community

YES Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer