Maintenance Supervisor in Colton

Job Description

Under the Supervision of the Community Manager, the Maintenance Manager is responsible for maintaining the overall appearance and maintenance needs of the community. Responsibilities include curb appeal; supervising the maintenance staff; coordinating make‑readies and move‑in/move‑out schedules; performing general maintenance repairs; conducting preventative maintenance and overseeing the construction/rehabilitation needs of the apartment community. The Maintenance Manager will collaborate with the Community Manager to assist the leasing staff in achieving overall occupancy goals, and for assisting in retention by providing a quality living experience for the residents.

This position reports to the Community Manager and is responsible for the overall appearance and maintenance needs of the community. The Maintenance Manager will manage a maintenance team, oversee preventative and corrective maintenance, coordinate vendor work, manage Yardi work orders, and maintain compliance with safety and lease requirements.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job‑related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

• Direct and supervise the daily activities of the property’s maintenance team and apply SoCal Management’s policies and procedures to all maintenance operations of the community.
• Prioritize work assignments and evaluate job performance of maintenance associates. Ensure all work is completed according to SoCal Management standards.
• Collaborate with the Community Manager to coordinate the move‑in schedule and ensure the timeliness and effective completion of all repairs in preparation for new move‑ins. Non‑renovated unit turns must be completed in 5 days and renovated unit turns in 30 days. All turns are tracked in Yardi.
• Perform, schedule, and supervise maintenance repairs throughout the property including the common area amenities, occupied units, and vacant units in preparation for new move‑ins.
• Work with vendors to coordinate repairs and ensure quality work is completed.
• Assist the Community Manager in obtaining proposals from vendors as needed.
• Manage open service requests through Yardi. Work orders must be completed in 24‑48 hours.
• Communicate with the Community Manager regarding the status of work and any potential issues, reporting anything that may be a potential liability.
• Budget and maintain an up‑to‑date supply inventory on all equipment, tools, and supplies for the property.
• Schedule, monitor, and conduct preventative maintenance on various equipment, electrical and plumbing systems, HVAC, swimming pool, carpentry, drywall, exterior structural and appliances.
• Perform common area painting.
• Conduct monthly lighting inspections and replace lights where needed.
• Complete monthly and annual inspections on time and follow up on any issues needing improvement.
• Keep work areas, maintenance shops, storage areas, and equipment clean, well organized, and maintain a clean and attractive environment around the leasing office, clubhouse, pool, and all common areas.
• Picks up trash on the property and in common areas, which includes driveways, parking lots, curbs, trash receptacles, exterior hallways, breezeways, laundry rooms, mailrooms, and other public areas.
• Walk the property several times a day and pick up new debris, including pet waste; ensures pet stations are stocked and emptied at all times.
• Maintain the property’s flowerbeds, plants, and grass area, including pool cleaning or routine pool maintenance.
• Maintain clean laundry rooms, mailrooms, doors, and light fixtures throughout the property, as directed.
• Ensure policy, procedure, safety and compliance expectations are met.
• Report to the Community Manager any inoperable vehicles on property, leaks, mold, injury, criminal activity and ensure incident reports are submitted immediately.
• Provide safety training and instruction for newly hired maintenance associates.
• Participate in safety meetings and perform all work duties in a safe and…