Regional Maintenance Manager - Multifamily Property Management

About Fairfield

Fairfield is a leader in the multifamily housing industry, passionate about creating exceptional apartment living. We invest in people, build a culture of trust and support, and encourage growth at all career stages. Join us to make an impact, develop your skills, and be part of something bigger.

The Regional Maintenance Manager plays a critical leadership role in ensuring Fairfield communities operate at the highest standard. This role oversees maintenance operations across a regional portfolio, leads and develops maintenance teams, drives capital projects, and ensures safety, compliance, and operational excellence. The position requires regular on-site visits across the Greater Seattle area, so candidates should live within the region. A monthly auto allowance is provided to support travel.

• Support hiring, training, and retention of top‑performing maintenance personnel
• Mentor and coach Maintenance Supervisors and service teams
• Promote consistent standards, professionalism, and accountability

• Monitor and improve maintenance performance across multiple communities
• Implement and oversee preventive maintenance programs
• Analyze work order trends, inventory, and cost controls

• Develop scopes of work and conduct bid walks for capital improvements
• Oversee contractors, approve payments, and ensure quality completion
• Coordinate redevelopment and construction turnover activities

• Conduct regular property inspections and ensure corrective follow‑up
• Ensure compliance with EPA, OSHA, and Fairfield safety policies
• Address environmental, risk, and liability concerns proactively

Being part of Fairfield means more than a rewarding career; it is a partnership that encourages growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact. We provide a robust benefits package, competitive compensation, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development through training, coaching and mentoring.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree or technical degree preferred; CAMT designation is a plus
• HVAC‑EPA (Type II) or EPA Universal certification strongly preferred; associates without an EPA certification will be required to obtain one within 90 days of hire
• CPO Certification (Pool) strongly preferred; associates without an EPA certification will be required to obtain one within 90 days of hire
• Valid driver’s license is required

• Five or more years of progressive maintenance management responsibility; prior multi‑site management preferred
• Multifamily apartment experience required
• Experience with Yardi or other property management accounting software
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Strong working knowledge of smartphones, tablets, and apps process

• Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Superior customer service skills, including the ability to manage difficult customers and situations
• Strong attention to detail, organization, time‑management, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, safety, facilities maintenance, capital improvements, and maintenance‑related purchasing
• Strong knowledge of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, carpentry, fire protection, structural, roofing, concrete, paving, painting, landscaping, and appliance repair work
• Working knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations, permit processes, and codes
• Working knowledge of abatement and encapsulation processes for hazardous materials
• Ability to develop, comprehend, and manage capital budgets
• Strong leadership and management skills; ability to direct a team and supervise vendors

Ready to make an impact? Apply today! #LI-JENNA

$ - $ (annual salary). This position is exempt; the range above reflects annual salary. The pay range displayed for this position is determined by skills and experience required, location and job complexity*. Potential job offers may vary based on the skills, education, and experience an individual candidate holds. This range reflects base rate only and does not include allowances, perks, commissions or bonuses applicable to this position (if any).

In addition to base salary, Fairfield offers all full‑time associates the following, upon meeting eligibility requirements: paid time off, paid holidays and sick days, paid time off for volunteering activities (optional); matched 401(k); medical, dental and vision insurance; flexible spending account; life insurance.

Fairfield complies with all wage and hour laws, including minimum wage and salary exempt requirements.