Lead Maintenance Technician

Job Details

Position:
Lead Maintenance Technician

Location:

Arbors at California Oaks - Murrieta, CA 92562

Employment Type:

Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $85,000.00 – $90,000.00

Travel:
Negligible

Shift: Day

Job Category:
Facilities

As a Lead Maintenance Technician, you oversee ongoing facility maintenance and repairs to keep the company’s multifamily property operating and appearing at its best.

You will use your five-plus years of experience in property maintenance (either in a residential or hospitality setting, including at least one year of supervising others) to address work orders and other repair and maintenance issues before they become major problems. You will utilize your technical certifications to address critical areas, such as HVAC‑certified repairs, CPO for pools and spas, or other specialized training for electrical or plumbing issues.

You will proactively address routine maintenance and general cleanliness of the property, including resident amenities such as the pool and clubhouse. You will lead by example and assist where needed, helping other technicians and managing the Make‑Ready board to keep turnover work on schedule. You will engage in difficult conversations with employees and residents, resolve concerns, and maintain a safety‑first approach, including EPA certification for handling substances and training the maintenance team in safety procedures.

• Treat all current and future residents with the highest level of concern and care; demonstrate integrity, honesty, and ethics.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal employment laws, including wage and hour, meal and rest breaks, OSHA, and EEO regulations.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and ensure that jobs are completed excellently and hazards are not overlooked.
• Familiarity with tools and materials needed to maintain residential buildings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Treat everyone with respect and dignity, accept responsibility, follow through on commitments, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Function well in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• High school diploma or GED required; minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience, preferably in property management or hospitality, including at least 1 year supervising two or more employees.
• Technical degree or one or more technical certifications in HVAC, plumbing, or electrical; S1 or S2 HVAC certification highly desirable.
• Prior experience in general building maintenance, light carpentry, electrical, or plumbing.
• Experience maintaining and repairing HVAC systems.
• Must have own tools and a valid driver’s license.

Expected work hours:
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, plus scheduled on‑call hours and occasional weekends. During high‑traffic holiday periods, the position is scheduled according to company standards with supervisor approval.

Travel may occasionally require driving a company‑owned vehicle or a personal vehicle.

Work environment and physical demands include frequently lifting or moving items up to 25 pounds (occasionally up to 50 pounds), using hands to manipulate tools, standing for extended periods, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling in various weather conditions.

FLSA Status:
Exempt

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• Auto‑enrollment in company 401(k) plan after 60 days of employment.
• 40 vacation hours in the first year and paid sick leave per state requirements.
• Holiday pay for those working on holiday plus paid holidays (if scheduled off) for six holidays each year.
• Paid sick leave at least 40 hours per year in states with no state mandate.
• Eligible for holiday pay after 90 days of employment and working the last scheduled day before and the first day after the holiday.

Two Coast Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We will consider all qualified applicants for employment, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.