Director of Maintenance

Position Overview

Leads and oversees all operations of the Maintenance Department ensuring safe efficient and compliant building operations across the portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Operational Leadership

• Direct and supervise Maintenance Tech IIIs; provide indirect oversight to additional maintenance staff.
• Plan and manage capital improvement projects including scope development and bid review.
• Conduct mock REAC inspections and oversee corrective actions.
• Implement and monitor safety programs across all communities.
• Lead quarterly maintenance meetings and monthly technical leadership meetings.
• Review site inspections before corporate submission.

Technical Expertise & Systems Oversight

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical electrical HVAC plumbing refrigeration and fire protection systems.
• Perform complex system testing to identify malfunctions and ensure reliable operations.
• Disassemble equipment evaluate repair feasibility coordinate with manufacturers prepare requisitions and document repairs.
• Isolate equipment before repairs and notify affected parties to minimize disruptions.
• Maintain knowledge of emergency systems transfer switches and major electrical distribution panels.
• Conduct testing of fire systems including smoke detectors pull stations sprinkler systems and jockey pumps with proper documentation.

Maintenance & Repairs

• Perform skilled plumbing repairs (sinks tubs shut-offs rerouting lines).
• Identify and resolve electrical and power distribution issues.
• Execute skilled building operational tasks per schedule and work orders.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency maintenance calls including off-hours and weekends as needed.

Training & Development

• Train maintenance staff on system operations and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate hands-on training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Plan assign and evaluate staff performance in accordance with policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Associate Degree in a technical field (Electrical Plumbing Boilers HVAC) and 5 years of relevant experience

OR

7 years of relevant maintenance experience

OR

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Required: Apartment maintenance experience

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Outlook)

• Experience with computerized Work Order systems

• Strong troubleshooting skills across building systems

Licenses & Tools

• Valid PA Drivers License
• Insured registered reliable vehicle
• Personal hand tools required (hammer tape measure screwdrivers etc.)

Physical Requirements

• Regular standing walking sitting climbing balancing kneeling crouching and crawling
• Frequent use of hands and arms
• Ability to lift reach hear and communicate effectively
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions