Maintenance Lead, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic, Building Maintenance

Maintenance Lead

Join a mission-driven, fast-growing team!

LOCATION | Full-Time | $28-31/hour

Arboreal Management is the property management arm of Great Expectations, a fast-paced, mission-driven real estate investment firm focused on providing affordable, innovative, and profitable housing throughout the Pacific Northwest.

We manage over 6,000 apartment homes and are growing quickly. We believe in collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and building communities—not just buildings. Our team is small, driven, and deeply committed to changing how housing works.

Arboreal Management is seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Supervisor to lead the operations of POD INFO HERE. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone with a proactive mindset and a passion for maintaining high-quality housing.

You'll oversee day-to-day maintenance operations, manage a small team of 1-3 technicians, and play a key role in ensuring our residents feel safe, respected, and well cared for.

• Lead maintenance operations across residential properties.
• Supervise and support a team of 1-3 maintenance professionals, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Perform hands-on maintenance work (~50% of your time), with a focus on unit turns.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance plans.
• Collaborate with property managers to prioritize repairs and capital improvements.
• Communicate directly with residents in a respectful, timely, and solution-oriented manner.
• Occasionally assist nearby properties as part of a collaborative team.

• 7+ years of hands-on maintenance experience, ideally in multifamily or older buildings.
• Strong skills in general maintenance (plumbing, electrical, flooring, etc.).
• Experience leading or mentoring maintenance teams or vendors.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Comfort with basic tech tools (e.g., digital work order systems, Excel).
• A problem-solving mindset and a commitment to quality and safety.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

• Competitive Pay: $28-31/hour with consistent full-time hours.
• Leadership Opportunity:
  Step into a key role with room to grow.
• Meaningful Work:
  Help maintain homes that residents are proud to live in.
• Supportive Culture:
  Join a team that values collaboration, respect, and long-term impact.

Arboreal is a drug-free workplace, and we use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires. We background check all new employees upon offer letter acceptance. We encourage people with a criminal record or nontraditional backgrounds to apply.