Lead Mainteance Rivers Edge Boone North Carolina
About this role
Rivers Edge | Boone, North Carolina Full-Time | On-Site | Competitive Pay + Benefits
About the RoleRivers Edge is seeking an experienced Lead Maintenance Technician with a strong HVAC background to oversee the day-to-day upkeep of our community. This is a hands-on leadership position — you'll be turning wrenches alongside your team while setting the standard for quality, responsiveness, and resident satisfaction.
If you take pride in a well-run property and want ownership over how it's maintained, we'd like to hear from you.
What You'll Do- Lead, schedule, and mentor the on-site maintenance team, including assigning daily work orders and reviewing completed work
- Diagnose, repair, and maintain HVAC systems — split systems, heat pumps, package units, thermostats, refrigerant lines, and air handlers
- Perform and oversee seasonal HVAC preventive maintenance, including filter changes, coil cleaning, and system inspections
- Handle general maintenance across electrical, plumbing, appliance, drywall, carpentry, and locksmithing
- Manage unit turns to ensure apartments are move-in ready on schedule
- Maintain inventory of parts, tools, and supplies; source materials and coordinate with outside vendors
- Participate in and coordinate the on-call rotation for after-hours emergencies
- Walk the property regularly to identify safety hazards and deferred maintenance before they become problems
- Keep accurate records of work orders, preventive maintenance, and equipment service history
- Ensure all work meets EPA, OSHA, and local code requirements
Required
- 3+ years of maintenance experience, with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role
- Demonstrated HVAC troubleshooting and repair experience
- EPA Section 608 Certification (Type II or Universal)
- Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and appliance repair
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Ability to be on call and respond to after-hours emergencies
- Comfortable using a smartphone or tablet for work order management
Preferred
- Experience in multifamily, student housing, or property management
- HVAC Excellence or NATE certification
- CPO (Certified Pool Operator) certification
- Familiarity with property management software (Yardi, Entrata, RealPage, or similar)
- Bilingual English/Spanish
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, work in crawl spaces and attics, and work outdoors in all weather conditions — including High Country winters.
What We Offer- Competitive hourly wage based on experience
- On-call and overtime pay
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Tool and boot allowance
- Paid certification and continuing education
- Housing discount (if applicable)
Submit your resume to [email address] with "Lead Maintenance Technician — Rivers Edge" in the subject line, or apply in person at [property address], Boone, NC 28607.
Questions? Call [phone number].
Rivers Edge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
Company at a glance
KPM is based in Houston, Texas, and is a privately held full-service multifamily management company that focuses on providing exceptional management services to apartment communities. Since its inception, KPM has grown its portfolio to over 6,000 units throughout the Houston area, successfully managing all properties in the value chain ranging from deep value-add deals with a significant rehab component to stabilized properties. Our goal is to ensure that managed properties are optimized in every aspect from marketing, tenant satisfaction and retention, expense management, revenue optimization, and overall management to yield maximum levels of net operating income, while providing our clients with the highest levels of transparency, controls, and integrity. KPM places a strong emphasis on hiring talented employees as we recognize that our people are our best assets, which we believe has helped differentiate ourselves from competitors and achieve superior performance.
Achievements and Awards
- Karya Property Management Ranked 145th Faster Growing Private Company in America on Inc. 5,000 for 2018
- Karya Property Management Ranked 8th out of 100 in Houston Business Journal 2018 Fast 100
- Karya Property Management Ranked 15th out of 150 Companies as Top Workplaces in Houston 2018 by the Houston Chronicle
- Karya Property Management Ranked 33rd in Best Places to Work by Multifamily Leadership Summit 2019
- Nitya Capital Ranked as One of the Fastest Growing Companies in Real Estate 2019 by Insights Success Magazine
Top Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) With Company Match
- Tool Allowance
- Boot Allowance
- Paid Certification
- Continuing Education
- Housing Discount
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