Apartment Maintenance Supervisor - San Diego, CA

Maintenance Supervisor

Location:
San Diego, CA Area

Compensation: $30–$36 per hour (based on experience), plus monthly performance bonus opportunities

Schedule:
Monday–Friday (On-Call Rotation Required)

What You Will Do

• Lead and oversee all maintenance operations for the apartment community
• Diagnose and complete service requests, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance, and general maintenance repairs
• Prioritize, assign, and monitor work orders to ensure timely completion
• Oversee apartment turns, including scheduling, inspections, and quality control
• Supervise, coach, train, and support maintenance team members
• Maintain pools, grounds, amenities, and common areas to company standards
• Coordinate vendors and contractors for specialized repairs and capital projects
• Ensure preventative maintenance programs are completed consistently
• Maintain inventory and order supplies while managing maintenance expenses
• Deliver exceptional customer service through professional communication with residents
• Participate in the on-call rotation and respond to after-hours maintenance emergencies

What You Will Bring

• Valid driver's license
• HVAC Certification (Required)
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification (Required)
• Three or more years of multifamily apartment maintenance experience
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong troubleshooting skills across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances, and general maintenance
• Proven ability to lead, train, develop, and hold team members accountable
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities
• Self-motivation, reliability, and exceptional attention to detail

• Lead maintenance operations for a large, high-performing apartment community
• Directly influence resident satisfaction, property performance, and team success
• Opportunity to mentor and develop maintenance professionals
• Long-term ownership means long-term investment in our communities and our people
• Stable company with opportunities for career advancement and professional growth

At Gaines Investment Trust, we believe our people are our greatest investment. As a 100% family-owned and operated company with more than 60 years of ownership and management experience, we've built a culture centered on stability, teamwork, and long-term career growth.

Unlike third-party management companies, we own and operate our communities, allowing our maintenance teams to focus on quality workmanship instead of short-term ownership goals.

We invest in ongoing training, promote from within whenever possible, and provide our employees with the tools and support they need to build lasting careers.

• Monthly Performance Bonus Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holiday
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Employee Apartment Discount
• Professional Development and Ongoing Training
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Optional Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Supplemental Life, AD&D, and Pet Insurance

Founded in 1966, Gaines Investment Trust is a fully integrated, family-owned real estate investment and management company that owns and operates apartment communities throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas.

With a portfolio of more than 8,000 apartment homes, we are committed to the long-term ownership of our communities while investing in our employees, residents, and properties for lasting success.

Our mission is simple: own communities we would be proud to live in, hire exceptional people who share our values, and create outstanding experiences for our residents and employees alike.