Lead HVAC Maintenance Tech Las Vegas

Lead HVAC Maintenance Technician Reports to{{:}} Community Manager Employment type{{:}} Full-time, on-site Compensation{{:}} based on experience The Role As Lead HVAC Maintenance Technician, you're the technical backbone of the property. You diagnose and repair the community's heating and cooling systems, own the preventive-maintenance program, and set the pace and standard for the on-site maintenance team. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who is EPA-certified, comfortable troubleshooting HVAC end to end, and ready to keep a full building of student residents comfortable through peak cooling season, the summer turn, and coordinated August move-in.What You'll Do HVAC & Technical Leadership Diagnose, repair, and maintain HVAC systems across the community — split systems, heat pumps, PTAC units, mini-splits, condensers, air handlers, thermostats, and related controlsHandle refrigerant recovery, charging, and leak detection in full compliance with EPA regulationsBuild and run the seasonal preventive-maintenance program{{:}} filter changes, coil cleanings, condensate lines, system inspections, and pre-summer readiness checks across every unitServe as the go-to technical resource for the team, mentoring and training technicians on HVAC diagnostics and repair best practicesGeneral Maintenance & Turn Complete and oversee general make-readies and the summer turn so the building is 100% move-in ready for AugustSupport broader maintenance needs as they arise — plumbing, electrical, appliance, and general repairs — and know when to bring in a licensed vendorKeep common areas, mechanical rooms, the pool equipment area, and building systems in safe, working conditionWork-Order & Team Management Prioritize, assign, and close out work orders in the property management system (e.g., Entrata, RealPage/OneSite, Yardi), keeping response times fast and residents satisfiedHelp schedule the maintenance team's daily workflow and lead by example on quality and professionalismCoordinate with the Community Manager on turn timelines, capital needs, and larger repairsSafety, Compliance & On-Call Follow all safety protocols, EPA/refrigerant handling requirements, and OSHA standards; keep MSDS/SDS and equipment logs currentEnter occupied units professionally and in line with Fair Housing and North Carolina landlord-tenant requirementsParticipate in the on-call rotation and respond to after-hours HVAC and maintenance emergenciesWhat You Bring Required EPA Section 608 Certification (Universal preferred) — this is non-negotiable for the refrigerant work central to the role3+ years of hands-on HVAC maintenance experience, ideally in multifamily or student housingStrong diagnostic and repair skills across residential HVAC systems, with the ability to read schematics and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical componentsWorking knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and appliance repair sufficient to lead general maintenanceExperience leading, training, or mentoring other technicians, or clear readiness to step into a lead roleComfort with property management/work-order software and basic digital reportingAbility to lift 50+ lbs, work on ladders and rooftops, and perform physical repair work in varied conditionsValid driver's license and reliable transportation for on-call responsePreferred HVAC EPA Universal certification and/or NATE certificationMultifamily or student housing turn experience, including full-building make-readies against a deadlineFamiliarity with pool-equipment maintenance and certification (CPO) or willingness to obtainFamiliarity with the Greenville / East Carolina University market.]How to Apply Submit your resume and a brief note about your HVAC background and any certifications you hold to [insert application link / email]. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. KPM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.