Maintenance Manager - *$1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!*

AVE by Korman Communities; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fun, positive, collaborative work环境

Robust training program and ongoing发展

Medical, vision, dental benefits

401k

Birthday Time Off

Volunteer Time Off

Complimentary furnished apartment stay

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

AVE is seeking a Maintenance Manager for our luxury flexible-stay communities. This hands-on leadership role supports brand standards, resident experience, and a fast-paced operation across suites and common areas. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is offered for new managers in good standing with conditions.

The role requires 2–5 years in maintenance or related fields, leadership experience, and strong communication. HVAC certification is a plus and sponsorship is available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two to five years of maintenance, construction, or related experience.
• Minimum of one year demonstrated leadership experience managing a team.
• HVAC certified a plus (we will sponsor certification if not already certified)
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and motivate the maintenance team to meet brand standards and resident experience.
• Hold maintenance team members accountable for daily responsibilities.
• Perform maintenance in suites, spaces, and indoor/outdoor areas (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, etc.).
• Complete resident service requests and prepare suites for move-ins.
• Create and execute preventative maintenance schedules and inspections.
• Manage outside vendor work and assist with recruitment and onboarding.
• Assist with budgeting for the maintenance department.

Skills

Leadership experience

Excellent communication

On-call reliability

Team management

Transportation access

Job description

Our hospitality-driven real estate brand is growing, and we are seeking hard-working and passionate top talent to grow their careers with us! If you are interested in being a pioneer with AVE as we continue to expand our portfolio of luxury flexible-stay apartment communities nationwide, join our award-winning team. For four consecutive years, AVE has been ranked in our tier as #1 Apartment Operator in the country, based on resident survey scores through the Kingsley Survey program.

*$1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!*
New Maintenance Managers who are in good standing with performance and attendance will be awarded a $1,000 sign-on bonus ($500 to be paid out in the first paycheck of employment and the remaining $500 to be processed upon the 90th day of employment). Must sign an offer letter by 9/30/26 to be eligible.

The Maintenance Manager role is pivotal to the success of the community. AVE is seeking a Maintenance Manager who is hands-on and leads by example. The ideal candidate thrives on a fast-paced and diversified operation.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Inspire and motivate the maintenance team to achieve our high level of brand standards and overall resident experience
• Hold maintenance team members accountable for daily responsibilities
• Perform various maintenance functions in suites, amenity spaces, and indoor/outdoor areas including but not limited to: painting, caulking, HVAC repairs, lock repairs, window/door repairs, electrical repairs, appliance repairs, preventative maintenance, and changing light bulbs, filters, batteries, etc.
• Complete resident service requests and prepare suites for move-ins
• Create and execute preventative maintenance schedules including inspections of HVAC systems, interior/exterior lighting, fire safety, power washing, and more
• Manage all outside vendor work performed at the community
• Assist with the recruitment process for new maintenance team members, including interviewing candidates and training and onboarding new team members
• Assist with budgeting for the maintenance department and identify areas for potential cost savings

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of two to five years of maintenance, construction, or related experience, i.e. plumbing, electric, carpentry, appliance repairs, etc.
• Multifamily real estate or hospitality/hotel industryexperience strongly preferred
• Minimum of one year demonstrated leadership experience in managing a team, including coaching, mentoring, training, and holding team members accountable
• HVAC certified a plus (we will sponsor certification if not already certified)
• Excellent communication skills
• Treat all guests with courtesy, respond to guests needs in a timely manner, document requests when needed and report to Maintenance Manager
• Understands the importance of brand standards and has mindset to exceed expectation
• Consistently maintains a professional, positive, and courteous attitude when dealing with coworkers and residents at all times
• Reliable transportation for required on-call rotation and community emergencies that may occur outside of normal business hours

Compensation

• $72,000+/year

Individual compensation decisions will vary as the annual base compensation range provided is approximate and determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, qualifications, education, and geographic location. AVE also offers additional bonus potential paid out on a monthly and/or quarterly basis (dependent upon the position), which is not included in the base compensation range listed above. All applicants who meet the general job requirements as outlined in the description are encouraged to apply.

The Perks

• Fun, positive, and collaborative work environment
• Robust training program and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, medical, vision, dental, and 401k (permanent full-time roles only)
• Enjoy a special day to celebrate in your birthday month each year withpaid Birthday Time Off (permanent part-time and full-time roles only)
• Opportunities to give back including: participation in AVE's regular drives and fundraisers in addition to paid Volunteer Time Off each year to volunteer with your non-profit organization of choice (permanent part-time and full-time roles only)
• Complimentary furnished apartment stays at any AVE location nationwide for personal travel (permanent part-time and full-time roles only)
• A career home! Tons of potential for long-term career advancement within a rapidly expanding organization

About AVE

AVE is a brand of Korman Communities, a fifth-generation, family-owned-and-operated real estate company on a mission to create raving residents! Our first-class residential communities offer flexible living solutions - fully furnished apartments for month-to-month stays and contemporary unfurnished apartments for longer lease terms.

Our communities are designed to deliver unparalleled carefree living. We have professional, friendly teams on site to provide exceptional service, complimentary, on‑demand, business and resort amenities for convenience, and fun resident events to create a sense of community.

While we own and operate a growing portfolio of best-in-class residential communities nationwide, our most important asset has always been our passionate, dedicated team members. We have a lot of longevity within our team because we commit to team members who embrace our values and promote our reputation for excellence. Many decades ago, we committed ourselves to a value system called QUEST which stands for Quality, Uniqueness, Excellence, Service, and Teamwork. The "S" representing "service," has been the driving force behind everything we do: service to our team members, service to our residents, service to our clients, and service to our communities.

Visit us online at https://www.aveliving.com/careers.

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