Lead Maintenance Technician – HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical

Essex-Property-Trust; California (MO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401k employer matching

Wellness program

Holidays: 12 per year

PTO: 15 days per year

Housing discount 20%

Job summary

Essex Property Trust is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician for a 400+ unit community in Marina Del Rey, CA. The role focuses on maintaining property systems, completing work orders, and supporting the Maintenance Supervisor.

You will lead junior technicians, manage preventive maintenance, and respond to emergencies in a fast-paced, on-site environment while ensuring safety and resident satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 2+ years property maintenance experience.
• HVAC and/or CPO certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and appliance repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems and building equipment.
• Lead and mentor junior technicians and oversee small project work.
• Develop preventive maintenance plans and inspections to prevent issues.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies as part of on-call rotation.
• Maintain safety and compliance with building codes and company policies.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical repair

Plumbing repair

Appliance repair

Time management

Problem-solving

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Smart devices for property operations

Microsoft Office

Property management software

Job description

Essex Property Trust is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician for a 400+ unit community in Marina Del Rey, CA. The role focuses on maintaining property systems, completing work orders, and supporting the Maintenance Supervisor.

You will lead junior technicians, manage preventive maintenance, and respond to emergencies in a fast-paced, on-site environment while ensuring safety and resident satisfaction.