Lead Maintenance Technician (48403)

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee routine, preventative, and emergency maintenance across the property, including building systems, grounds, and resident amenities, while promptly addressing work orders and proactively identifying issues to prevent escalation
• Manage apartment turnover by tracking make-ready activities and maintaining the make-ready board to ensure units are completed on schedule
• Supervise, train, and support maintenance team members, leading by example through hands-on participation and assisting with troubleshooting and work order completion as needed
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with residents and the Property Management team to ensure professional service delivery and minimize disruption during maintenance and turnover activities
• Maintain a safety-first approach by ensuring proper handling of chemicals and regulated materials, compliance with OSHA and applicable regulations, and consistent training and reinforcement of safety procedures for the maintenance team

Career Path & Next Role Readiness

The Lead Maintenance Technician role is intentionally designed as a pathway to Area Maintenance and Regional Maintenance roles. Employees are typically considered Next Role Ready after consistently demonstrating strong performance for 12+ months in:

• Technical expertise and maintenance excellence
• Leadership, coaching, and team development
• Operational efficiency and financial accountability
• Ownership, sound judgment, and accountability

Compensation

Base Salary Range: $80,000 – $85,000/yr (dependent on experience, skills, and location)
Bonus Eligibility: Discretionary bonus upon eligibility
Incentives: Eligibility based long-term incentives and performance-based awards
FLSA Status: Exempt

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan with auto-enrollment after 60 days
• Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Leave in accordance with state requirements
• Paid holidays or holiday pay for eligible employees
• Opportunities for professional development & training

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant maintenance experience in property management or hospitality environments
• 1+ year of experience supervising two or more employees
• 1+ years of experience of inventory control, ordering, & procurement
• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical degree or certification in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or a related trade preferred
• Experience maintaining and repairing HVAC systems; HVAC certification preferred
• Working knowledge of general building maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and appliance repair
• EPA Certification Type I and II or Universal required
• CPO certification preferred or ability to obtain, if applicable

Physical Requirements

• An ability to safely use tools and equipment with manual dexterity and stamina, including lifting up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions

Additional Requirements

• Must maintain a personal tool kit appropriate for completing assigned work
• Valid driver’s license required to operate company-owned or personal vehicles for business purposes
• Occasional off-site travel to pick up supplies

Two Coast Living Commitment to Growth

Two Coast Living prioritizes internal development and believes leadership is built through performance, skill growth, and accountability. Employees who demonstrate Next Role Readiness are actively considered for advancement across the portfolio.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Two Coast Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status, including applicants with arrest and conviction records as permitted by law.