Floating Maintenance Manager

UDR, Inc.; Hathorne (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Discounts on living in communities

Job summary

UDR, Inc. seeks a Floating Maintenance Manager to oversee maintenance across three North Shore and Metro North communities in Massachusetts, including 14 North, Inwood West, and Bradlee Danvers. The role involves hands-on problem solving and traveling between properties to uphold high standards.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in residential maintenance with supervisory experience, strong plumbing/electrical skills, and a valid driver’s license. HVAC/EPA Type II preferred; CPO a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years in residential property maintenance, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or manager role.
• HVAC/EPA Certification (Type II or Universal) preferred; CPO a plus.
• Strong communication and collaboration with managers, residents, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Multi-Site Oversight: Manage daily maintenance operations, work orders, and turnover schedules.
• Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and mentor on-site maintenance technicians and porters.
• Preventative Maintenance: Implement and monitor preventative maintenance programs to keep building systems running efficiently.
• Vendor Management: Coordinate with external contractors for specialized repairs, capital improvements, and turn assistance.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all properties adhere to local building codes, OSHA regulations, and safety standards.
• Emergency Response: Share on-call rotation responsibilities to handle after-hours maintenance emergencies.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Supervisory experience

Plumbing

Electrical work

Carpentry

Smart-home technology

Communication

Driver license

Tools

HVAC equipment

Electrical testing tools

Plumbing tools

Job description

Description

UDR, Inc. and its affiliated companies are seeking a Floating Maintenance Manager to join our team! In this role, you will support three of our exclusive apartment communities across the North Shore and Metro North regions:

• 14 North (Peabody, MA)
• Inwood West (Woburn, MA)
• Bradlee Danvers (Danvers, MA)

This is a dynamic position perfect for a skilled leader who enjoys variety, hands‑on problem solving, and traveling between close‑knit properties to maintain high community standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Multi-Site Oversight: Manage daily maintenance operations, work orders, and turnover schedules.
• Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and mentor on‑site maintenance technicians and porters.
• Preventative Maintenance: Implement and monitor preventative maintenance programs to keep building systems running efficiently.
• Vendor Management: Coordinate with external contractors for specialized repairs, capital improvements, and turn assistance.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all properties adhere to local building codes, OSHA regulations, and safety standards.
• Emergency Response: Share on-call rotation responsibilities to handle after-hours maintenance emergencies.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years in residential property maintenance, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory or manager role.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, carpentry, and smart‑home technology.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with property managers, residents, and vendors.
• Mobility: Must have a reliable vehicle and a valid driver's license
• Certifications: HVAC/EPA Certification (Type II or Universal) is preferred; CPO (Certified Pool Operator) is a plus.

What We Offer

• Career Development and Advancement: We offer ongoing education opportunities to encourage the skillset development of our employees and have a validated culture of enhancing the growth and advancement of their individual career goals. We believe our employees are the organization’s most important asset.
• Exceptional Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefit package, Company matched 401(k), vacation and personal time (up to 10 vacation days, 6 sick days, 4 personal days, and 2 floating holidays per year) plus company observed holidays, discounts to live in our best-in-class communities, tuition reimbursement, company sponsored events, community service days, and our annual President’s Club held in Las Vegas, honoring our associates for their exceptional customer service and operational excellence.
• Benefits Offered:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
  • Dependent Care Spending Account
  • Lifestyle Spending Account
  • Supplemental Term Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Cancer Insurance
  • Supplemental Short-Term Disability Insurance / AD&D Insurance
  • Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with company match

Hourly Range

• $38/hr. - $40/hr., depends on experience + 10% bonus potential

About UDR, Inc.

UDR, Inc., an S&P500 company, is one of the nation’s largest owners and managers of residential apartment communities. Become a part of a company that is the industry leader of transformational change and operational innovation!

UDR Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

UDR is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

UDR is committed to providing and maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment with equitable access and opportunity for associates to participate, grow, and reach their full potential.

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