Maintenance Manager - Regional Operations Specialist

KETTLER is one of the largest multifamily development, investment, and property management companies serving the Mid-Atlantic and Southern regions of the United States. As a vertically integrated and award‑winning company, KETTLER is consistently ranked among the TOP MULTIFAMILY OPERATORS IN THE NATION
, delivering quality services to clients and showcasing top-tier expertise in the property development space.

Are you a superstar in your position? Do you love sharing your extensive property management knowledge with others? If so, then the Regional Operations Specialist Team is for you! We are currently seeking highly skilled individuals to join our team. This unique opportunity allows you to gain corporate exposure while positively impacting our onsite teams. It is a permanent position that allows you to travel to various KETTLER sites to lead the progress of daily operational needs.

If you love what you do, are a natural leader, and excel at your job, then KETTLER’s Regional Operations Specialist Team is for you.

KETTLER currently has an opening for a Regional Operations Specialist
- Maintenance Manager, based in the DC Metro area. This position leads maintenance operational success throughout the KETTLER portfolio and requires local and multi‑state travel. If you have an excellent work ethic, a passion for helping people, and want an opportunity to learn and grow in your career in a positive, family‑like culture, KETTLER is the place for you.

The Regional Operations Specialist
- Maintenance Manager, under the direction of the Regional Operations Specialist
- Area Manager, must have the ability to quickly adapt, assess needs, provide multi‑site leadership, demonstrate excellent customer service, and manage all aspects of community curb appeal, preventative maintenance, and physical site operations.

Compensation: $83,000.00 - $87,000.00 annually

• Paid Time Off
• Health, Dental, Vision insurance;
  Life Insurance;
  Prescription coverage
• Tax‑Advantaged Spending Accounts (HSA or FSA)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Serve as a brand champion and subject matter expert in the KETTLER platform.
• Lead by example to maintain a professional image, positive climate, and a high‑performing, engaged, customer‑focused team.
• Deliver a positive customer experience, quality living environment and the achievement of property goals.
• Serve as a mentor to team members throughout the portfolio.
• Manage and perform repair of all apartment/building interior and exterior areas.
• Conduct community walks/inspections and maintain company and brand standards throughout all aspects of the community.
• Direct and participate in all property/ground upkeep and maintenance projects, including capital improvements.
• Manage preventative maintenance inspections and repairs to sustain peak efficiency operation levels for all property components.
• Solicit and analyze bids, assess work once completed, and track invoices to guarantee timely payment.
• Coordinate all contracted services and monitor vendor performance, ensuring compliance with KETTLER guidelines.
• Manage all maintenance operations in the most cost‑effective manner and maintain accurate records for all services performed.
• Partner with Community Manager in managing maintenance budgets, ordering necessary supplies, and achieving budgeted NOI.
• Contribute to the recruitment, supervision, coaching and development of maintenance team members.
• Reinforce monthly staffing schedules, ensuring 24/7 emergency coverage.
• Manage make‑ready timeline per regional guidelines, keeping down time to a minimum.
• Must carry a cell phone and be responsible for taking calls for after‑hour emergency maintenance, including nights and weekends on a rotational basis.
• Monitor, manage and minimize maintenance personnel overtime.
• Coordinate daily meetings with property manager to provide updates for maintenance projects.
• Conduct monthly and quarterly safety meetings and monitor direct reports’ adherence to KETTLER safety guidelines.
• Utilize company guest suites/resources as available to minimize travel expenses.
• Other duties as assigned.