Lead Maintenance- Code: DTX

Avita Property Management is a company founded by experienced private equity operators with a mission to enhance the operational and financial performance of real‑estate assets. Managing over 5,000 units, the company excels in handling diverse properties, from heavy construction value‑add projects to brand‑new builds and older properties requiring complex turnarounds. Avita offers tailored services, including property and maintenance management, construction oversight, leasing and marketing, and accounting.

With a focus on delivering high‑quality standards, the team is dedicated to helping property investors and owners achieve their goals.

We value our employees by offering a competitive starting salary, schedule and benefits including:

• Commission and bonus opportunities!
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays
• Training, certification, & growth opportunities
• Employee recognition programs

Avita Property Management is a full‑service multifamily group whose home base is in Austin but also has properties in Cedar Park, Georgetown, Houston, Dallas and San Antonio.

To apply, please submit your application and resume to:

Under the direction of the Property Manager, the Maintenance Lead is responsible for all physical aspects of the apartment community, coordinating and performing maintenance and repair services, ensuring curb appeal and quality of apartment homes, responding to customer service requests, and adhering to all safety policies.

• Direct and oversee all aspects of maintenance of the community. Schedule and perform preventative maintenance, inspections, nighttime lighting audits, and janitorial services.
• Maintain accurate records for all required reporting and record keeping outlined by Avita Policy.
• Walk the property daily to uphold curb appeal and monitor safety issues.
• Schedule and coordinate apartment turns, including assistance with resident move‑out and apartment renovations.
• Follow expense guidelines, monitor operating expenses, and make recommendations for cost‑saving strategies for the community.
• Manage inventory and storage area, purchasing adequate maintenance materials for service requests and apartment turns, keeping an accurate log of supplies.
• Communicate and advise the Property Manager on recommendations for capital improvements and maintenance requirements for annual budget.
• Coordinate all contracted services. Solicit and analyze bids, assess work once completed, and track invoices to guarantee timely payment.
• Complete all service requests and apartment turnovers in line with Avita policy and procedure.
• Supervise the use of property golf carts and all other major tools and equipment when applicable.
• Notify Property Managers with solutions for any safety or liability concerns as well as preventative maintenance needs.
• Conduct and document monthly safety meetings, including procedures, training, safety equipment, MSDA and use of equipment.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Complete service requests from residents and team members in a timely fashion, in accordance with company policy.
• Ensure excellent customer service with a courteous and professional attitude toward all customers and team members.
• Audit the key tracking system daily and weekly.
• Participate in after‑hours emergency requests and ensure property staff coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• May occasionally be required to assist at other properties.
• Run errands to support the property as necessary.

• Support and assist Property Manager with new hire selection.
• Train, coach, and mentor team members, ensuring appropriate training is received.
• Create a team environment: hold weekly team meetings; manage by goals, open communication.
• Generate work and on‑call schedule for service employees.
• Provide ongoing feedback to team members. Evaluate team members through scheduled formal written performance reviews. Take corrective action as necessary according to company policy.
• Provide recommendations for compensation adjustments, promotions, and terminations.

• Universal EPA certification.
• CPO

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing