Maintenance Technician Property Maintenance Lead

MAIN STREET MANAGEMENT LLC; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Job summary

MAIN STREET MANAGEMENT LLC based in Norristown, PA, is looking for a Maintenance Technician Lead. This role requires at least 3 years of property maintenance experience, with strong skills in plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry. The technician will handle work orders, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure compliance with housing standards. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong problem-solving abilities and be self-starters with a focus on maintaining high property standards. Competitive salary offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of property maintenance experience.
• Strong hands-on experience in plumbing, HVAC troubleshooting, and carpentry.
• Experience managing maintenance work orders and working with inspectors.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily maintenance work orders.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry issues.
• Conduct pre-inspections for compliance.
• Manage unit turnovers efficiently.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to prioritize tasks

Independent work

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician Lead is a key member of our property management team and is responsible for the maintenance, repair, inspection, and overall physical condition of residential and commercial properties located in and around Norristown, PA.

This position requires hands‑on experience in plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general property maintenance, along with the ability to complete work orders efficiently, prepare units for inspections, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure repairs are completed properly and cost‑effectively.

The ideal candidate is a self‑starter with an ownership mentality who can identify problems, prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and consistently protect the company’s bottom line while maintaining high property standards.

Key Responsibilities

Property Maintenance & Repairs

• Complete daily maintenance work orders in a timely and professional manner.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing systems including leaks, drain clogs, fixture replacements, and pipe repairs.
• Diagnose and repair HVAC systems including troubleshooting heating/cooling issues, filter changes, and coordinating major repairs.
• Diagnose and repair carpentry work including doors, locks, trim, cabinets, drywall, and framing repairs.
• Perform general repairs involving electrical fixtures, flooring, painting, appliance installation or replacement.
• Respond to emergency maintenance issues as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of completed repairs and outstanding issues.

Property Inspections & Compliance

• Conduct pre‑inspections to prepare properties for county inspections, housing inspections, Section 8 / Housing Authority inspections.
• Identify code or safety violations and correct deficiencies.
• Work directly with inspectors when needed.
• Ensure units and common areas remain compliant with local housing standards.

Subcontractor Coordination & Estimating

• Meet with vendors and subcontractors for larger repair projects.
• Obtain and compare bids for plumbing, HVAC, roofing, electrical, turnover work.
• Assist in preparing repair estimates and scope of work.
• Monitor subcontractor performance to ensure quality workmanship, timely completion, and cost control.
• Verify all work is completed correctly before payment approval.

Unit Turnovers

• Manage unit turnovers from move‑out to move‑in.
• Prioritize turnover tasks to minimize vacancy time.
• Coordinate cleaning, repairs, and contractor scheduling.
• Ensure units are rent‑ready on schedule.

Qualifications

Required Experience

• Minimum 3+ years of property maintenance experience.
• Strong hands‑on experience in plumbing, HVAC troubleshooting, carpentry, general residential maintenance.
• Experience completing and managing maintenance work orders.
• Experience working with county inspectors, assistance inspectors, housing authority inspections.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and outside vendors.
• Ability to estimate repair costs and identify cost‑effective solutions.

Skills

• Strong troubleshooting ability.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong communication skills.
• Professional interaction with tenants, vendors, and staff.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership.

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Takes initiative without being told what to do.
• Think like an owner.
• Understands cost control.
• Works efficiently without sacrificing quality.
• Solve problems instead of creating them.
• Identify property issues before they become expensive repairs.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and work throughout the day.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience.