Maintenance Lead

CAPSTONE REAL ESTATE SERVICES, INC.; Fredericksburg (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site housing

Job summary

Capstone Real Estate Services, Inc. seeks an experienced Maintenance Lead for a multifamily community in Fredericksburg, TX.

The role requires diagnosing and repairing residential HVAC systems, plus handling plumbing, electrical, appliance repairs, make-readies, and preventive maintenance. The Maintenance Lead will own daily maintenance operations, including work orders, unit turns, inspections, inventory, vendor coordination, pool upkeep, and emergency response, in collaboration with the

Qualifications

• HVAC certification and strong hands-on HVAC troubleshooting and repair experience preferred (required in practice).
• CPO certification and/or pool maintenance experience preferred.
• Multifamily maintenance experience; lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, and general maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day maintenance operations for the community.
• Manage work orders, unit turns, preventive maintenance, and inspections.
• Coordinate vendors, inventory, and pool maintenance; respond to emergencies.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and a well-functioning community in collaboration with the Community Manager.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Lead supervision

Problem solving

Effective communication

Self-management

On-call readiness

Tools

HVAC equipment

Job description

Capstone Real Estate Services, Inc. is a full-service, third-party property management firm overseeing approximately 40,000 multifamily units across more than 75 cities. Founded in 1969, Capstone employs more than 850 professionals and is recognized as one of the nation’s largest third-party property management firms.

Role Description

Capstone is seeking an experienced, hands-on Maintenance Lead for a multifamily community in Fredericksburg, TX.

HVAC experience and certification are a top priority for this position. We are looking for someone who can confidently diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair residential HVAC systems while also handling plumbing, electrical, appliance repairs, make-readies, preventive maintenance, and general property maintenance.

The Maintenance Lead will take ownership of the community's day-to-day maintenance operations, including work orders, unit turns, preventive maintenance, property inspections, inventory and supplies, vendor coordination, pool maintenance, and emergency response.

This position works closely with the Community Manager to identify property needs, resolve maintenance issues efficiently, minimize unnecessary vendor expenses, and maintain a safe, clean, and well-functioning community.

Qualifications

• HVAC certification and strong hands-on HVAC troubleshooting and repair experience strongly preferred
• CPO certification and/or equivalent pool maintenance experience preferred
• Multifamily maintenance experience required; lead or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, and general maintenance
• Experience with apartment make-readies and unit turns
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance and safety practices
• Ability to prioritize and independently manage multiple work orders
• Dependable, organized, proactive, and able to work with minimal supervision
• Professional communication with residents, vendors, and management
• Ability to perform physical maintenance duties and work indoors/outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Availability for on-call and after-hours emergency response as needed

Compensation & On-Site Housing

Competitive pay based on experience and certifications, plus a discounted on-site apartment.

This position requires the Maintenance Lead to live on-site.

We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, knows how to troubleshoot before calling a vendor, and wants to take real ownership of the condition and maintenance of their community.