Lead Maintenance Technician

RELATED; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, vision, dental

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

401(k) retirement plan

Disability coverage

Volunteer time off

Tuition reimbursement

Training programs

Charitable donation matching

Job summary

Related Affordable is seeking a Maintenance Technician to lead and mentor the maintenance team, ensuring safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing buildings and grounds.

You will oversee daily operations, coordinate schedules, and tackle complex repairs across HVAC, plumbing, carpentry and electrical systems, while serving as a key liaison between staff and management to uphold service and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance experience with at least 1 year in a leadership role.
• Strong technical skills in HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and electrical work.
• Affordable housing experience preferred.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
• Schedule flexibility, including the ability to work weekends when necessary to meet property maintenance demands.
• Must participate in the emergency on-call rotation as needed.
• Dedicated to exceeding expectations, leading by example, and providing exceptional service.
• Demonstrates accountability and reliability with proactive problem-solving and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in completing work orders by diagnosing issues and repairs per safety standards.
• Oversee the make-ready process for vacant apartments: inspections, task lists, scheduling, supplies, and high-quality completion.
• Develop and maintain cleanliness and appearance standards throughout the community, including grounds and common spaces.
• Supervise and coordinate maintenance staff to ensure efficient workflow.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules and procedures to optimize operations.
• Conduct property inspections to ensure safety compliance.
• Assist in training and developing maintenance team members.
• Liaise with the Maintenance Supervisor on priorities and inventory management.
• Participate in rotating on-call schedule for emergency repairs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Trade certification

Tools

HVAC systems

Plumbing tools

Carpentry tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Related Affordable is seeking a Maintenance Technician to lead and mentor the maintenance team, ensuring safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing buildings and grounds.

You will oversee daily operations, coordinate schedules, and tackle complex repairs across HVAC, plumbing, carpentry and electrical systems, while serving as a key liaison between staff and management to uphold service and safety standards.