Assistant Maintenance Supervisor

Avenue5 Residential; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Mental health coverage

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Avenue5 Residential is seeking an Assistant Maintenance Supervisor in San Rafael, CA. You will oversee essential repairs and maintenance across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry and more to ensure high-quality living environments.

Responsibilities include managing work orders, supervising the maintenance team, mentoring staff, and responding to emergencies while upholding safety standards and exceptional resident service. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two years of experience in property management or related field.
• General maintenance and carpentry skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical, plumbing, appliance, carpentry, HVAC and grounds maintenance repairs.
• Maintain work order system and ensure timely completion to standards.
• Daily inspection of property grounds, buildings, and amenities for safety and cleanliness.
• Assist with property emergencies and on-call duties as needed.
• Mentor maintenance team and promote safety and risk management.
• Inspect units during pre- and post-move processes and support timely turnovers.
• Communicate with maintenance supervisor and property manager about issues.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal skills

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

KeyTrack system

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Maintenance Supervisor

Salary: $33 per hour

Unlock your potential with Avenue5 Residential.

Your ideas. Your development. Your experience.

We take care of you, so you can take care of our residents, properties and clients.

Property management may be our business, but people are our passion.

Empowering you to be the best.

Our benefits take a holistic approach to take care of your mind and body. We care about you as a whole person, both inside and outside of work.

• Physical wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and mental health coverage options.
• Financial wellness: Competitive pay plus basic life insurance and matching 401(k) contributions.
• Mental and emotional wellness: Generous time-off plan includes 10 paid holidays including a community service day and your birthday.
• Perks and more: Mentoring. Professional development. Discounts. Tuition reimbursement. Robust recognition program. And we’re just getting started.

About The Assistant Maintenance Supervisor Position

• Perform various maintenance functions including repairs to the following: electrical, plumbing, appliances, flooring, carpentry, HVAC, grounds maintenance as dictated by state guidelines
• Perform general carpentry duties such as wallboard repair, countertop/cabinet replacement, finish carpentry, window/glass repair, door/lock repair, and ceramic tile repair
• Perform various proactive preventative maintenance including siding, painting, lighting, sprinkler, pool, golf-cart, elevator and more
• Maintain work order system by verifying all orders are completed in a timely manner to company standards and the resident’s satisfaction
• Daily inspection of the property grounds, buildings, and common area amenities to maintain safety and cleanliness standards and to identify issues requiring maintenance, repair or replacement
• Assist with management of property emergencies, such as snow and other inclement weather emergencies, fires, and floods
• Promptly communicate with maintenance supervisor and property manager concerning all maintenance issues at the property
• Observe and promote safety and risk management in accordance with local, federal, state, and company rules and regulations
• Help monitor response times for emergency on-call/after-hours maintenance assignments, and addresses issues as needed. Participate in on-call rotation as necessary
• Promote customer satisfaction by maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and curb appeal, and interact courteously and professionally with current and potential residents at all times
• Foster a positive, active and collaborative relationship with residents, other properties and associated agencies
• Conduct pre-move in and post-move out apartment inspections and ensure timely completion of quality unit turns
• Act as mentor to maintenance team
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance at all times, promoting the same to entire team
• Responsible for adhering to all components of the company risk management program
• Complete special projects as assigned by maintenance supervisor and/or property manager

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Minimum two years of experience in the property management industry or directly related field
• Possess general maintenance and carpentry skills

Skills And Requirements

• Must maintain a valid driver’s license, clean driving record and current auto insurance is required
• Ability to read, write and understand English
• Ability to use general office equipment, such as telephone, fax machine, printer, copier, and key track system
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to others
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions
• Ability to cope with and defuse situations involving angry or difficult people
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Must maintain professional appearance and comply with prescribed uniform policy
• Must comply with all safety requirements
• Required to complete and successfully pass the Avenue5 Fair Housing, Diversity and Inclusion Training within the first 30 days of employment

Our Core Beliefs

• Put people and partnerships first
• Empower associates
• Focus on solutions
• Champion ideas that accelerate success
• Deliver proof over promises

Experience Our Award Winning Culture

• Top 15 national finalist on the Best Places to Work Multifamily™
• Certified as a Great Place to Work® since 2017
• Listed as one of the Best Workplaces in Real Estate™
• Ranked second on the 100 fastest-growing private companies in Washington by The Puget Sound Business Journal
• Ranked 6 on the 2026 National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) Top 50 Managers List

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