Maintenance Supervisor

The Service Manager oversees maintenance operations for at least one apartment community (typically fewer than 600 apartments), providing hands-on leadership, vendor oversight, team development, and operational consistency to ensure high-quality service delivery and property readiness.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage all maintenance operations across at least 1 apartment community ensuring consistent service standards and resident satisfaction
• Supervise, schedule, and prioritize daily maintenance activities including service requests, preventative maintenance, make-readies, and emergency response across assigned properties
• Manage and develop maintenance staff — set performance expectations, conduct coaching, and mentor team members to build technical capability and career readiness
• Oversee vendor and contractor relationships — schedule third-party work, negotiate service agreements, monitor quality, and ensure timely completion of repairs and replacements
• Direct unit turn scheduling and execution to minimize vacancy days and ensure move-in readiness meets company standards
• Conduct routine site inspections across assigned communities to assess property condition, curb appeal, safety compliance, and overall maintenance quality
• Lead preventative and scheduled maintenance programs, ensuring timely execution, proper documentation, and compliance with company standards
• Manage inventory control across assigned properties — monitor parts and supply levels, coordinate ordering, and ensure teams have adequate tools and materials
• Perform needs assessments to identify repair, replacement, and capital improvement priorities, and communicate recommendations to Leadership
• Provide advanced troubleshooting support for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building systems, serving as the escalation point for complex issues
• Support repair, maintenance, and capital budget planning and cost management across assigned communities
• Ensure all maintenance team members maintain required licenses and certifications (EPA, CPO, and applicable local/state requirements)
• Lead safety meetings and maintain OSHA/MSDS compliance across all assigned properties
• Follow and enforce company safety procedures and appearance standards

REQUIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Considerable experience (3–5+ years), advanced technical knowledge, and strong troubleshooting skills
• Strong multifamily maintenance management experience
• Advanced knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general building systems
• Strong leadership and customer service skills
• EPA certification Type I, II, or Universal required; CPO preferred in some portfolios
• Strong recordkeeping and team support skills