Maintenance Technician Lead

Maintenance Technician Lead

Cedar Springs Place
- Dallas, TX 75219

Salary Range $22.00 - $29.10 Hourly Position Type Full Time Education Level 2 Year Degree Category General Labor

Join the team dedicated to providing affordable housing solutions across North Texas.

At DHA, Housing Solutions for North Texas, our mission is to provide quality, affordable housing and access to supportive resources across the region. As the lead maintenance technician, you play an important role in helping us fulfill this mission by ensuring that DHA's rental properties are safe and well-maintained for our residents.

Salary:
Competitive + Bonus Incentives

You can earn up to $2,000 in bonuses:

• $500 - First paycheck after hire
• $500 - After 90-day probation period
• $500 - After 6 months of satisfactory employment
• $500 - After 12 months of satisfactory employment

Enjoy these benefits when you join the DHA team!

Flex Work: 4.5 or 4-Day Work Week
- Paid Time Off + 12 Paid Holidays
- Retirement Plan with 5% Employer Contribution & 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan

Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program:
Financial, Legal, Mental Health and Counseling
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Section 125 Pre-Tax Cafeteria Plan
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Term Life Insurance:
Short- and Long-term Disability Plans

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair DHA's inventory of rental housing properties.
• Repair or replace hardware, cabinets, light fixtures, baseboards, molding and appliances.
• Repair or replace doors, windows, window blinds and shades, locks, flooring, roofing and pipe systems.
• Install, repair and maintain plumbing fixtures.
• Perform routine HVAC maintenance such as replacing air filters and maintaining air vents and thermostats.
• Replace electrical switches, circuit breakers, outlets, light fixtures and electrical appliances under the supervision of DHA's master electrician.
• Repair and maintain recreational and playground equipment.
• Prepare vacant housing units for occupancy, including cleaning, interior painting and general maintenance.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and system issues.
• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies, parts and equipment.
• Monitor, organize and coordinate maintenance staff duties, ensuring productivity and efficiency.
• Develop staff skills, evaluate performance and communicate recommendations to the supervisor.
• Provide excellent customer care.

Knowledge and Skills for Success

• Knowledge of DHA policies and procedures.
• Experience in the use of hand tools, work aids and equipment to complete the required tasks.
• Knowledge of materials, procedures and methods used to perform general maintenance according to industry standards and safety protocols.
• Skill in assessing and coaching staff, and making recommendations to the supervisor.
• The ability to organize and plan the sequence of tasks necessary to complete job assignments effectively.
• Experience in reading and understanding MSDS and other related material.
• The ability to identify and evaluate supply and equipment needs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to interact effectively with diverse groups of people and resolve conflict.

Eligibility Requirements for Bonuses

• Be a new hire in a maintenance position
• Remain employed at the time of payout
• Maintain satisfactory performance and conduct, including:
  • Good attendance (limited unexcused absences/tardies)
  • On-time work order completion
  • Quality workmanship
  • Follow safety procedures
  • Professional conduct with residents and staff
  • Completion required training and certifications

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical vocational program
• Three (3) years of building maintenance, plumbing and cleaning experience
• One (1) year of supervisory experience
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid Texas driver's license