Lead Maintenance Technician

Comstock; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K match

Life insurance

Career development funds

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Comstock is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician for a luxury apartment community in Reston, VA. You will handle HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, and general carpentry, while delivering proactive maintenance and exceptional resident service.

The role emphasizes responsiveness, clear communication, and a resident-first approach, with on-call rotations and opportunities to impact property quality and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; equivalent experience considered.
• Maintenance experience with minimum 1 year.
• CFC Universal Certification preferred.
• HVAC, electrical and plumbing system knowledge required.
• Outgoing personality with strong communication and customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Provide Class A customer service; build rapport with residents.
• Perform repairs, maintenance, and cleaning of interior and exterior areas.
• Protect and improve asset value for the client.
• Perform PM on unit-based and building-level equipment.
• Respond to emergencies and on-call rotations as needed.
• Repair and treat structures such as showers, sinks, doors, walls.
• Make ready units for new move-ins.
• Handle light landscaping and grounds tasks.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Appliance repair

Customer service

Outlook

Building automation systems

Yardi

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CFC Universal Certification

Job description

Job Overview

Join our dedicated maintenance team at a luxury apartment community, where exceptional service and high-quality living standards are top priorities. We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician with experience in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, and general carpentry. This role requires a proactive problem-solver who can perform preventative maintenance and respond to work orders efficiently and professionally. A strong commitment to customer service, clear communication, and a polished, resident-first attitude are essential in maintaining our five-star living environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Class “A” customer service – building a good rapport with residents and going above and beyond whenever possible
• Perform repairs, maintenance, and cleaning of property both interior and exterior
• Protect and assist in improving the value of the client’s assets
• Perform PM on unit based and building level equipment
• Perform emergency on-call service in a rotation order
• Perform electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry and painting
• Repair and treat structures such as showers, sinks, appliances, doors/cabinets, walls and building exteriors
• Make ready units for new move-ins
• Complete grounds work such as grounds pick up, sweeping and light landscaping
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required; equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of the education requirement
• Maintenance Technician for a minimum of 1 year
• CFC Universal Certification preferred
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems required
• Class A experience preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook required
• Building automation systems experience a plus
• Yardi experience a plus
• Current driver's license without major violations
• Outgoing personality with ability to relate to diverse group of people and build strong relationships
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to respond to others’ needs in a timely and courteous manner
• Ability to work after hours and weekends, as needed including on-call rotation
• Ability to arrive at property location within 45 minutes to respond to emergencies
• Must be highly credible and trustworthy, and operate with high degree of integrity
• Must hold oneself and others accountable and strive for a high level of excellence
• Must have a positive, can-do attitude and be able to fuel growth and innovation
• Must be customer-focused and results-oriented
• Must want to continuously learn and develop
• Exceptional oral and written communication, active listening, and organizational skills
• Ability to establish strong working relationships with others in team setting
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Self-directed and able to work independently, with minimal supervision

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, twist, and/or reach
• Push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds
• Continuous repetitive motions
• Work under variable temperature conditions (or extreme heat or cold), under variable noise levels, outdoors/indoors, around fumes and/or hazards, around dust and/or mite hazards, around chemicals and bio-hazards

Benefits

Compensation:- Competitive Salary with Bonus Potential

• - Generous Benefit Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, Life InsuranceCareer Development
• - Opportunities for Advancement within our expanding portfolio
• - Annual Professional Development Funds to fuel your growth

Employee Perks:

• - Employee Discount for added benefits
• - Enjoy a Friendly Work Environment that values collaboration

Additional Benefits:

• - Explore more perks and possibilities for growing your career with Comstock Companies! Discover what sets us apart!

Virginia Compensation Range

$25 — $28 USD

The wage range listed for this position reflects a reasonable estimate and considers multiple factors that influence compensation decisions. These may include, but are not limited to, your skills, experience, training, licensure, certifications, and the specific needs of the organization. The posted range does not reflect adjustments for geographic differentials tied to where the role may be filled.

At Comstock, it is not typical for a new hire to start at or near the top of the posted range. Compensation is determined based on the unique circumstances of each candidate.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program. Any award under this program is subject to its rules and may depend on individual and organizational performance.