Maintenance Lead Technician

Job Details

Job Location
:
Petersburg, VA 23805

Salary Range
: $31.00 - $35.00 Hourly

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for directing and administering the entire maintenance program, including, but not limited to, supervision of all tasks, preparation, and implementation of budgets, coordination of all shipments of supplies, submit bills for payment, record‑keeping, preparation of schedules, supervision of maintenance personnel, and performance of service requests and other jobs as required by performing the following duties.

• Performs all duties and responsibilities incumbent upon a maintenance mechanic including carpentry, masonry, painting, heating and air conditioning, appliance repair, exterminating, swimming pool maintenance, and reading plans and drawings.
• Communicates and coordinates daily with the Property Manager on overall maintenance programs, projects, and expenditures.
• Inspects vacant apartments, buildings, grounds, and public areas periodically.
• Schedules and helps drive preventative maintenance programs, service requests, apartment turnover, and other maintenance procedures.
• Submits invoices for payment, or at least places corresponding codes thereon, helps prepare budgets, and coordinates non‑budgeted items with the Property Manager and/or Senior Manager.
• Monitors and adjusts purchasing system in accordance with company policy.
• Resolves issues that involve all assigned personnel, enforces safety practices, coordinates with Property Manager in setting up training programs to help educate individuals in all aspects of building maintenance.
• Recommends salary adjustments, promotions, transfers, terminations and periodic personnel appraisals and reviews to the Property Manager.
• Assists with property cleanliness and curb appeal to include grounds and common area pick up or lawn maintenance as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

• Directly supervises employees within the department(s).
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certificates, licenses and registrations required:
  Possession of valid Virginia Driver’s License and proof of insurance. Running maintenance errands is an essential function of this position.
• Computer skills required:
  Microsoft Office Suite;
  Payroll Systems;
  Project Management Software.

• Technical training in one or more trades, or a minimum of 2 to 3 years of maintenance experience.
• Must possess a basic knowledge of, and the ability to supervise others and have an understanding of the principles and procedures of building maintenance.
• Must be able to work well with others (other employees, residents, and vendors).
• This is a position with profit/loss responsibility.
• Must have a general knowledge of maintenance and must be familiar with the interrelationship of maintenance, marketing, and management.
• Position requires a high degree of energy and human relations skills.
• This is a combination work/supervisor’s position.
• Must be an excellent communicator and motivator. Requires personal contact, proper conduct, and a high level of competence and efficiency.
• This position involves overtime, holiday and weekend work, ownership of hand tools, and handling on‑call emergencies, The capacity to perform sustained manual labor, work in inclement weather and climbing ladders and working on roofs is also required.

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy;
  Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences;
  Educates others on the value of diversity;
  Promotes a harassment free environment;
  Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect;
  Keeps commitments;
  Inspires the trust of others;
  Works with…