Lead Maintenance - Azora Ranch Apartments - Fort Worth, TX

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We are seeking a Lead Maintenance who will be responsible for....... 

Job Summary: 

The Lead Maintenance is responsible for the overall maintenance of the property under the direction of the Community Manager. The lead maintenance is also responsible for performing repairs in resident apartments and assisting in preparing units for rent (make-ready).

Responsibilities:

• Service requests made by residents should be completed within 24 hours.
• Assist in the distribution of flyers and other materials.
• Replace filters and clean air conditioning vents as needed.
• Maintain sprinkler systems.
• Perform HVAC repairs as needed.
• Perform light electrical repairs on appliances, fixtures, switches, outlets, circuits, etc.
• Perform light plumbing work, such as clearing stoppages, replacing, fitting, etc.
• Replace broken glass, tile, carpet, screens, garbage disposals, fixtures, appliances, blinds, locks, bulbs, etc.
• Paint interior and exterior when necessary.
• Perform carpentry work, such as fitting doors, freeing windows, replacing and building shelves, sanding, and refinishing floors.
• Assist in custodial work, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash, cleaning windows, etc., in common areas.
• Assist in groundwork, including picking up litter and “trashing out” vacancies.
• Maintain pool chemical levels and cleanliness.
• Repair concrete, masonry, roof, and fencing when required.
• Perform limited extermination services when required.
• Be responsible for refurbishing apartments prior to resident occupancy (make-ready).
• Conduct exterior and interior preventive maintenance as outlined by the property or regional manager.
• Periodically inspect all units, buildings, and common areas, performing repairs and janitorial assistance as needed.
• Assist in apartment move-in and move-out inspections.
• Knowledgeable about water and gas meter cutoffs, all apartment and fixture cutoffs, and sewer cleanouts, and post a map of same.
• Supervise sub-contractors working at the property.
• Immediately report to the manager any dangerous conditions or issues of liability.
• Keep accurate records regarding preventive maintenance, pool chemicals levels, work orders, apartment make-ready, inventories, and purchase orders.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on all equipment based on the manufacturer’s recommendations and operating manuals.
• Order supplies and communicate with vendors.
• Be responsible for stock control and utilization of maintenance materials.
• Ensure shops, storage areas, and entrances are kept clean and locked, adequate lighting and ventilation in those areas is maintained, and hazardous materials are correctly stored and labeled.
• Train and supervise subordinate employees.
• Schedule subordinate maintenance personnel and work order requests; adhere to maintenance priorities.
• Handle “on-call” duties whenever needed.
• Participate in standby emergency schedules for evening, weekend, and holiday coverage.
• Assist in preparing the property for various inspections.

Job Requirements:

• A minimum of two years of full-time experience in apartment maintenance or a trade that requires basic knowledge of electricity, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and HVAC is required.
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills in English to effectively interact with team members, residents, vendors, and other stakeholders. Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
• EPA (refrigerant, transition, and recovery certification).
• Own a basic set of hand tools.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record and auto insurance.
• Ability to perform work responsibilities at other locations and ability to travel within major metropolitan areas with possible overnight stays in different cities.
• Ability to work some weekends as needed.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical Certification is preferred.  

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit, stand, climb, stoop, and remain at a desk for a period of up to 8 hours or more if needed.
• Must be able to walk the property for a period of up to 8 hours (or more) in various weather conditions.
• Must have the ability to climb stairs for purposes of showing properties to prospective tenants.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. as needed.

Consistently ranked as a “Top Places to Work” by the Oklahoman, Houston Chronicle, and Dallas Morning News, Valiant Residential is proud to be a key player in the property management industry. In addition to exciting opportunities for growth and development, we pride ourselves on providing outstanding benefits and time off.

Benefits:

• 3 Medical Plans to choose from (1 plan is free to team members)
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance (free to team members)
• Voluntary Life Insurance and Ancillary plans for purchase
• 401k plan with Company match

Time Off:

• PTO (personal time off)
• Sick Time
• Floating Holidays (2 per year)
• Your Birthday off with pay

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