Lead Maintenance Technician

Brookfield Properties; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Life insurance

Employee discount

Tuition reimbursement

Referral program

Rental discount

Job summary

Brookfield Properties is seeking a hands-on maintenance professional to support the day-to-day operations at a multi-unit residential property in San Diego. You will supervise a team of technicians and perform a range of repairs from HVAC to carpentry and plumbing to keep systems reliable and the property well-maintained.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, 3–4 years of relevant experience, and preferred HVAC/Electrical/Plumbing certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3–4 years of experience at a commercial or multi-unit residential property.
• Preferred HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing certifications.
• Must communicate clearly in English, written and verbal; multilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist and lead maintenance operations for a multi-unit property.
• Repair and maintain HVAC, boilers, pumps, and related equipment.
• Perform carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical duties as needed.
• Oversee routine unit turnovers and preventive maintenance.
• Coordinate with maintenance team to ensure efficient project execution.

Skills

Self-motivated

Team player

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Personal accountability

Customer service

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

HVAC Certification (preferred)

Electrical Certification (preferred)

Plumbing Certification (preferred)

Job description

LocationVantage Pointe - 1281 9th AvenueBusinessWe know that a “one-size-fits-all” approach doesn’t work when it comes to residential living. That’s why, at Brookfield Properties, our portfolio features a wide range of options for any stage of life. And though our properties may be diverse, one thing is universal: all offer the unparalleled quality, service, and support our residents deserve.If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.Job DescriptionOverview:Assists the Maintenance Operations Manager or Maintenance Supervisor in the daily maintenance operations for a multi-unit residential property. Performs and assigns tasks to repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment, including heating and air conditioning. Performs or assigns general, advanced or specialized maintenance functions depending on property needs.Leads a team of maintenance technicians on daily maintenance operations with a focus on achieving efficiently run maintenance projects and operational functions. Ensures the preservation of the property and its value.Repairs and maintains machinery such as motors, pumps, belts, and fans; boilers, chillers, water heaters supervision.Repairs and maintain mechanical equipment, including heating and air conditioning. This includes overseeing the operation of heating and hot water boilers, make-up units and booster pumps. Diagnoses problems. Disassembles units, cleans, lubricates, repairs, and replaces parts, filter changes.Performs routine to difficult carpentry duties, including installation of new doors and installation or repairs of doorjambs, moldings, hinges, door closers, locks, knobs, shelving and counter installation, ceiling tile/grid repair and installation, etc. Routine turnover duties of vacant units.Performs routine to difficult painting duties, including drywall or plaster repair, painting, etc.Performs routine to difficult plumbing duties, inspecting, installing, repairing and replacing pipes, fittings and plumbing fixtures, unclogging sinks and toilets, repair of faucet, assemblies and replacement of washers, repairs or replacement pipes, repair of fountains, etc.Performs routine to difficult electrical duties, including inspecting and testing lighting, wiring and power circuits, replaces faulty switches, and replaces faulty lamps and ballasts.Requirements:This position requires a High School Diploma/GED. 3-4 years of experience can offset minimum educational requirements for this position.3-4 years of required experience at Commercial or Multi-Unit Residential Property.Preferred certification for this position include: HVAC (depending on property), Electrical, or Plumbing.This position may require a valid driver’s license depending on the needs of the property.Required skills for this position include: self-motivated, team-player, communication, interpersonal, attention to detail, personal accountability, and customer service.Computer and smart phone literacy required. Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, for all work-related responsibilities. Multilingual skills are a plus.CompensationCommensurate with Experience$23.60 - 33.05 hourlyGreat Incentives!Brookfield Properties cares about the well-being and work-life balance of our valued associates! To show how much we care, we offer awesome incentives that include:Full benefits packageGenerous paid time off401(k) with company matchGrowth and advancement opportunitiesLucrative referral bonus programIncredible associate rental discount if you choose to live on-site! Who wouldn’t want to live at one of our beautiful properties (especially at a discounted rate)?!Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Religion/Sex/Protected Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Marital Status/Pregnancy/Age/National Origin/Genetic Information. Drug free workplace#LI-EAWe are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.#BPMFExpected hours: 40 per weekBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Employee discount* Flexible schedule* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Health savings account* Life insurance* Paid time off* Parental leave* Professional development assistance* Referral program* Retirement plan* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceApplication Question(s):* • Do you have apartment maintenance, facilities maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or related hands-on experience?* • Do you have experience completing work orders, unit turns, or preventive maintenance?* • Do you have any additional certifications such as CPO, HVAC, etc.?* • Briefly describe your maintenance experience and top 2-3 strongest skills.* • Why do you feel you'd be a strong fit for this role?* • Please explain any short-term positions or frequent job changes on your resume.* • If bilingual, please briefly describe your comfort level speaking with residents in both English and Spanish.* • Are you comfortable participating in on-call rotation and handling emergencies?* • What’s your earliest available start date?* • What’s your desired hourly rate?Work Location: In person