Valiant Residential · 4 hours ago
Lead Maintenance - Allen, TX
Valiant Residential is a next-generation property management leader with over 37 years of experience. They are seeking a Lead Maintenance who will be responsible for the overall maintenance of the property, performing repairs in resident apartments, and assisting in preparing units for rent.
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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
Qualification
Required
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
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred
Technical Certification is preferred
Benefits
Free health insurance options
401(k) matching