Lead Maintenance Technician: Mentor Team & Modernize Homes

Equity Residential; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted housing

Cell phone reimbursement

Job summary

Vivmark Residential is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician to ensure safety, comfort, and functionality across our properties. You will diagnose and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and appliances, while mentoring Maintenance Techs and managing timely work orders to keep units ready for occupancy.

The role emphasizes safety, preventative maintenance, and strong communication with residents and team members. On-call rotations and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance experience including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical repair.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to respond to on-call rotations.
• HVAC (CFC) certification or willingness to learn.
• Ability to communicate with team and residents.
• Familiar with policies/procedures incl. Key Control, Turnover and Maintenance Emergency policies.
• Knowledge of SDS, PPE, and chemical handling.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliances, carpentry and safety systems.
• Manage and organize work orders; complete repairs per standards.
• Ensure vacant units and garages are rent-ready with turnkey work.
• Train and supervise Maintenance Techs I/II.
• Perform preventative maintenance on community grounds and facilities.
• Lead safety culture and respond to maintenance emergencies as needed.

Skills

Maintenance experience

HVAC repair

Electrical work

Plumbing

Customer service

Valid driver’s license

HVAC certification (CFC)

Reading policies and procedures

On-call readiness

Safety knowledge (SDS, PPE)

Emergency systems knowledge

Paint knowledge

Job description

Vivmark Residential is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician to ensure safety, comfort, and functionality across our properties. You will diagnose and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and appliances, while mentoring Maintenance Techs and managing timely work orders to keep units ready for occupancy.

The role emphasizes safety, preventative maintenance, and strong communication with residents and team members. On-call rotations and a valid driver’s license are required.