Maintenance Operations Manager

LyvWell Apartments; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Vacation/PTO policy

401(k) with employer match

Bonus or commission programs

Education assistance

Associate housing discounts

Job summary

LyvWell Apartments is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Supervisor to lead mechanical, grounds, and interior/exterior maintenance at The Gardens Columbus. You will hire, train, schedule, and coach staff, while ensuring service quality and budget adherence at a fully on-site property.

Candidate should have 5–7 years of multi-site experience, HVAC/EPA certification, and a valid driver's license. Bachelor's in engineering preferred; onsite work only.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5–7 years in maintenance at office buildings, shopping centers, or multi-unit residential settings.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, both written and spoken.
• Proficiency with Onesite and Microsoft Office; knowledge of fair housing laws.
• EPA/HVAC certification and a valid driver’s license required.
• Certified Apartment Maintenance Tech preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises maintenance, grounds, interior/exterior, custodial, housekeeping and food court staff; hires, trains, schedules, disciplines; conducts performance appraisals.
• Oversees day-to-day maintenance and ensures work within budget.
• Troubleshoots complex maintenance problems and provides creative solutions.
• Interfaces with contractors/vendors; drafts specs, bids services, negotiates; ensures quality and compliance.
• Interacts with tenants regarding maintenance needs and scheduling.
• Sets repair and preventive maintenance schedules and adheres to them.
• Prepares and manages annual maintenance budget and operates within it.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Prioritization

English language

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related

Tools

Onesite

Microsoft Office

EPA/HVAC Certification

Driver's license

Job description

Location

The Gardens Columbus - 3701 Governors Club Blvd

Business

We believe home is more than a place to live. Its where life happens; connections are made, and communities grow. Thats why we're committed to creating welcoming places where our residents feel at home, and our people have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Job Description

Position Summary

Supervises and leads a team to manage the mechanical maintenance, grounds keeping, interior and exterior maintenance, custodial, housekeeping and food court activities at mixed use and/or multifamily residential property(s).

Essential Job Functions

• Supervises the mechanical maintenance grounds keeping, interior and exterior maintenance, custodial, housekeeping and/or food court employees. Hires, trains, schedules, disciplines employees. Oversees and reviews their work. Performs performance appraisals and recommends pay changes. (20%)
• Oversees the day-to-day mechanical maintenance, grounds keeping, interior and exterior maintenance, custodial, housekeeping and food court functions to ensure the prompt and efficient maintenance, repair and servicing of equipment and facilities within budget constraints. (20%)
• Troubleshoots complex maintenance problems and develops creative solutions. Performs complex maintenance duties as necessary. (10%)
• Interfaces with contractors and vendors. Creates written specifications and secures bids for services in accordance with established bid process. Researches and evaluates new housekeeping and maintenance products and procedures. Solicits bids, negotiates with vendors for goods and services. Holds vendors accountable for quality of work, billing accuracy and adherence to property policies and procedures for all projects. (10%)
• Interfaces with tenants and/or residents regarding their maintenance and housekeeping needs. (20%)
• Establishes schedules for repairs and preventive maintenance and ensure they are adhered to. (5%)
• Prepares and makes recommendations for the annual maintenance budget. Implements approved budget on a day-to-day basis and is accountable for operating the property within the budget guidelines. (10%)
• All other duties as assigned.

Education

This position requires a(n) High school diploma / GED in general studies.

Additional Degree(s) That Are Preferred For This Position Include

Undergraduate (Bachelor) Degree in Engineering or related discipline

Work Experience

• 5 - 7 Years of experience in office building, shopping center, or multi-unit residential maintenance function required
• Required skills: Onesite, Microsoft Office, fair housing laws, leadership/supervisory skills, prioritization in a fast-moving environment
• Preferred skills: landlord/tenant knowledge
• Computer and smart phone literacy required. Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, for all work-related responsibilities. Multilingual skills are a plus.
• This is a fully on-site position. Candidates must be able to work from our office every scheduled workday; remote or hybrid arrangements are not available for this role.

Licenses & Certifications

Below Are The Licenses/certificates Required/preferred For This Position

• EPA/HVAC - Required
• Valid driver's license - Required
• Certified Apartment Maintenance Tech - Preferred

The Benefits Of Working At LyvWell

Benefits designed to help you grow, thrive, and live well.

• Full benefits package
• Vacation/PTO Policy
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Plus Employer Match
• Bonus or Commission Programs
• Education Assistance
• Associate Housing Discounts

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Religion/Sex/Protected Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Marital Status/Pregnancy/Age/National Origin/Genetic Information. Drug free workplace

We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.

We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.