Lead Maintenance Technician

Position: Lead Maintenance Technician

Location: Arlington area / Mid-Cities

Schedule: Monday - Friday (On-call for after-hours & weekend emergencies)

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an experienced Lead Maintenance Technician who takes pride in their work and knows what it takes to keep an apartment community running at its best. As the solo lead for our small community, we need a proactive, self-motivated "Jack of all trades" with a wide skill set.

In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for daily maintenance needs, troubleshooting and completing repairs, completing make readies and ensuring our community remains safe, functional, and well-maintained. We are looking for someone dependable, knowledgeable, and committed to providing great service to both residents and the onsite team.

WHY JOIN THE TIPTON GROUP?

We believe our people are a key part of our success. As a member of our team, you'll receive:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance

• 401(k) with employer match
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance opportunities
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Opportunities for advancement and promotion from within

What you'll do:

As a Lead Maintenance Technician, you'll play an important role in the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of the community. Responsibilities include:
• Handle all resident service requests and maintenance needs
• Troubleshoot and perform repairs involving HVAC (heat pump systems), plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general maintenance
• Complete all make-readies in a timely manner and to a high standard
• Perform preventive maintenance throughout the community, including projects such as fence repair
• Maintain grounds, including trash pickup and light landscaping
• Identify maintenance concerns and help ensure repairs are completed efficiently, as well as look for ways to help save on repair costs by doing work in-house
• Maintain a professional and courteous relationship with residents, visitors, vendors, and team members
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-functioning community
• Be on-call for after-hours maintenance emergencies
• Work closely with the Community Manager to support property needs

What we're looking for:

We're looking for someone who is experienced, skilled, dependable, and ready to take ownership of the maintenance needs of the community.

Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED required
• 3-4 years of maintenance experience
• HVAC certification required
• Working knowledge of HVAC (heat pump systems), plumbing, carpentry, and electrical systems
• Ability to perform general apartment maintenance and repairs
• Must provide and use your own basic tools
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and respond to maintenance needs efficiently
• Professional and courteous communication with residents and coworkers
• Team-oriented attitude and willingness to assist where needed
• Ability to be on-call for after-hours emergencies

GROW WITH US!

At The Tipton Group, our people are our success! We believe every team member contributes to the success of our communities. We promote a team-oriented environment and support opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the company.

We know great communities start with great people. If you have apartment maintenance experience, strong technical skills, and take pride in providing excellent service, we want to hear from you. Apply today!

Pre-employment screening includes drug testing and background checks.

The Tipton Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.