Lead Maintenance Technician - Amara Metrowest

Company Description Preferred Apartment Communities combines expertise with a people-first approach, delivering consistent care and communities that feel like home. Our mission is to provide exceptional living experiences for our residents while building a workplace where our associates feel supported, inspired, and prepared to grow. Guided by the belief that we should always be better today than yesterday, we champion continuous improvement across every level of our organization. Through operational excellence, strategic partnerships, and a people-focused approach, we strive to be good neighbors to our residents, to each other, and to the communities we serve. Job Description Responsibilities: Complete maintenance requests including repairs to appliances, plumbing, HVAC, electrical systems, gates, pools, and general community facilities. Respond to emergency calls during evenings, weekends, and holidays to resolve urgent maintenance issues. Assist the Maintenance Manager & oversee maintenance staff by delegating work orders and participating in evaluations. Prepare vacant units by completing all tasks required to make apartments rent‑ready. Maintain facilities and inventory by keeping shops organized, stocking parts, and ensuring all amenity areas remain clean and operational. Provide resident support through professional communication, addressing complaints, delivering notices, and assisting with resident events. Handle administrative and contractor tasks such as logging service requests, updating databases, and monitoring vendor performance. Qualifications Requirements: 3+ years maintenance experience with strong leadership skills, as well as strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities; apartment maintenance preferred. Refrigeration certification (Type II or Universal) required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation and a clean driving record. Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs, move 300‑lb items on wheels, climb 40‑ft ladders, and use hand tools, test equipment, and hand trucks. Ability to move heavy equipment such as appliances, laundry machines, building materials, and amenity equipment (often 100–300+ lbs), including up stairs when required. Comfort working at heights and in varied conditions while performing repairs, upgrades, and resident service tasks using ladders and other equipment. Additional Information What We Offer: Expected pay of $26.00/hour Generous PTO program 13 paid holidays plus 3 floating holidays and paid volunteer day Comprehensive, affordable medical coverage as well as company-paid dental and vision coverage available to all full-time, regular associates 401k with exceptional employer match Associate Apartment Discount Educational Assistance Program (tuition and certifications) Company-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs Preferred Apartment Communities is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant, employee, or other covered person based on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, caste, immigration status, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), protected leave status, domestic violence victim status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Review our privacy policy here: Preferred Apartment Communities is proud to be a US EPA ENERGY STAR® Partner. Compensation: USD 26.00 - USD 26.00 - hourly