Manager, Maintenance

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The Maintenance Manager is responsible for supervising a team of maintenance technicians and/or maintenance supervisor who will be responding to and repairing property issues identified by our residents throughout the branch city market. This team will also be conducting the pre- move in inspections to ensure a great move in experience for future move ins.  This position reports directly to the local Area Manager.

• Review the calendar each day for assigned work orders to be completed. Ensure all requested repair information is gathered, all appropriate supplies are available, and all team members are managing scheduled daily 

• Manage the market’s Brand Reputation. Soliciting online review after work has been completed in occupied homes

• Reviewing urgency and details of open work orders brought to ensure residents and assets are promptly tended to 

• Ensure all team members and supervisor are assigned and complete a minimum of five work orders per day 

• Ensure all team members and own work orders are closed out timely (while at the home) and address any outliers 

• Schedule daily tasks and communicate with residents on expected arrival times 

• Complete all requested property maintenance within Main Street Renewal service level agreement (SLA) turn-around times and scope 

• Responsible for ensuring all technicians are documenting all completed work by taking before and after photos 

• Manage, coach, train, guide and hold accountable all team members (Maintenance Technician I Maintenance tech II and Lead) to ensure success of overall team/branch – supervise team goals and productivity 

• Communicate with the Austin Support Center and the Maintenance Technician Supervisor, Manager or Area Manager regarding the status of open work orders and notifying if SLA agreements/time frames noted in the company policies and procedures will not be met 

• Onboard new Technicians and train existing Technicians to improve skills and productivity 

• Track supplies and tool usage for restocking and servicing  

• Perform rekeying of properties as well as other specific repair and/or securing work directly in the pursuit of successful property condition management 

• An appreciation of a great move in experience and performing exceptional pre move in audits/repairs prior to a new move in 

• Oversee the customer service policy and procedures by managing the following: scheduling of in-house maintenance techs and reputation management, etc. 

• Assist managers and departmental partners with any escalated issues by researching, problem-solving and customer service skills 

• A wide-ranging knowledge of plumbing, electrical and carpentry work with the expectation of development and growth; if certified in one trade or more, the ability to perform work internally utilizing knowledge of systems 

• Provide exceptional customer service to MS Renewal residents 

• Provide assistance and resources to peers as needed 

• Maintain excellent vendor relations.

• Maintain and understand fundamental knowledge of the business  

• Ability and willingness to learn all aspects of the Maintenance manager position and be willing to grow and develop to the next level within the company, Maintenance Regional Manager

• Other duties as assigned 

What you’ll need to have: 

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or a minimum of 3-5 years as a Supervisor with an emphasis on maintenance and customer service 

• Supervisory/Management experience with a minimum of three direct reports 

• 5+ years prior maintenance experience; minimum of 3-year in maintenance with single-family or multi-family property management company  

• Comfortable and knowledgeable with technology and systems with the expectation to continue to learn, adapt and grow; ability to train on all systems.

• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, lock key, and general household repairs 

• Hold one or more certifications in HVAC, Electrical or Plumbing  

• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word; as well as project and tenant management systems. 

• Knowledge of health and safety rules and regulations, as well as applicable local, state, and federal laws by maintaining proficient knowledge of all applicable rules, laws and regulations

• Servant Leadership mentality

• Excellent communication and written skills 

• Excellent organizational and customer service/satisfaction philosophy 

• Valid driver’s license and be at least 21 years old  

• Must be able to multi-task in a fast paced environment 

Just a few other things you should know:

• Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• This job operates in a professional office environment as well as in the field at Main Street Renewal properties. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and fax machines.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Travel to our properties around the metro area will be required.

​Main Street Renewal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or veteran status, and encourage all applicants to apply.