Lead Maintenance Technician

Houston Apartment Association; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

UOS is seeking an experienced Lead Maintenance Technician to oversee maintenance operations at our community in Houston. You will lead the maintenance team, ensure timely completion of work orders, and maintain property condition and safety.

The role requires 10+ years in apartment maintenance (lead or supervisory preferred), EPA and CPO certifications, and strong leadership and communication skills. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of apartment maintenance experience (lead or supervisory experience preferred).
• HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance knowledge required.
• EPA certification required.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification preferred.
• Commercial generator experience is a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support all maintenance and custodial staff.
• Investigate outages and leaks.
• Perform repairs on packaged HVAC units, plumbing, electrical, and appliances.
• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, grounds, and systems including irrigation.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.
• Be a point of contact for outside vendors and contractors.
• Prepare and submit maintenance reports and recommendations.
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergency maintenance.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Valid driver’s license

Tools

EPA Certification

CPO Certification

Commercial Generator Experience

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Maintenance Technician to oversee maintenance operations at our community. This role is responsible for leading the maintenance team, ensuring timely completion of work orders, and maintaining the overall condition and safety of the property.

Company Name

UOS

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Maintenance Technician to oversee maintenance operations at our community. This role is responsible for leading the maintenance team, ensuring timely completion of work orders, and maintaining the overall condition and safety of the property.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support all maintenance and custodial staff
• Investigate outages and leaks
• Perform maintenance tasks including repairs on packaged HVAC units, plumbing, electrical, and appliances
• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, grounds, and systems including irrigation
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies
• Be a point of contact for outside vendors and contractors
• Prepare and submit maintenance reports and recommendations
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergency maintenance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of apartment maintenance experience (lead or supervisory experience preferred)
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general maintenance
• EPA certification (Required)
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification
• Commercial Generator Experience
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve maintenance issues efficiently
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and climbing stairs
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Paid time off and holidays