Maintenance Manager — Lead Team, Bonus & Benefits

CYM Living LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and VISI

Retirement savings plan with employer

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Performance-based bonus up to $12,000

Job summary

CYM Living LLC seeks an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead our south side Chicago maintenance team and ensure safe, well‑maintained properties. You will oversee work orders, preventative plans, on‑call responses, and staff development while coordinating with vendors and CAPEX.

Responsibilities include safety inspections, equipment and utility oversight, and reporting to the Regional Manager. The role emphasizes leadership, reliability, and strong communication across departments.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal.
• Ability to take initiative and be a self-starter.
• Excellent customer service skills a must.
• Prior experience in the facilities maintenance field.
• On-call coverage for emergencies after hours, weekends and holidays.
• Skilled in routine apartment maintenance and admin tasks for vendors/contractors.
• Ability to respond and remedy maintenance issues in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Work Order Management: assign, prioritize, monitor quality and coordinate with CAPEX.
• Preventative Maintenance: develop plans and inspect properties for compliance.
• Emergency & On-Call Oversight: manage after-hours responses and scheduling.
• Staff Supervision & Development: schedule, train, and review performance.
• Property Maintenance & Safety: inspections, snow removal, groundskeeping, PPE use.
• Inventory, Purchasing & Vendor Management: manage stock and invoicing.
• Compliance & Standards: uphold codes, Fair Housing, and interdepartmental goals.
• Meetings & Communication: report to Regional Manager and coordinate with teams.
• Building Acquisition Support: secure vacancies and assist post-construction inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Customer service

Communication

Self-starter

On-call availability

Facilities maintenance

Vendor management

Job description

CYM Living LLC seeks an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead our south side Chicago maintenance team and ensure safe, well‑maintained properties. You will oversee work orders, preventative plans, on‑call responses, and staff development while coordinating with vendors and CAPEX.

Responsibilities include safety inspections, equipment and utility oversight, and reporting to the Regional Manager. The role emphasizes leadership, reliability, and strong communication across departments.