Maintenance Supervisor

Coastal Ridge Real Estate; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Renewal commissions

On-call pay

Job summary

Coastal Ridge Real Estate seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to lead the on-site maintenance team at Fifth x Northwest, ensuring exceptional service for residents through proactive maintenance.

You will train staff, manage work orders, supervise trades, and coordinate vendor engagements to uphold property standards and resident satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in student housing/multi-family maintenance.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• EPA Type I/II certification required.
• CPO certification required or obtainable within 6 months.
• Must live within 30 miles of the property and have reliable transportation.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and use a ladder.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance team with training, motivation and development.
• Prioritize and quality-control work orders and daily tasks.
• Supervise and perform high-level HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry.
• Obtain vendor proposals and negotiate pricing; oversee work.
• Manage unit turnovers and make-readies for new residents.
• Execute preventative maintenance to preserve curb appeal and integrity.
• Assist in maintenance budget development and parts inventory control.
• Coordinate construction projects with vendors and scheduling.
• Maintain organized work areas and maintenance shops; on-call duties.
• Other duties as directed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Student housing exp

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

EPA Type I/II Certification

CPO Certification

Job description

As a Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll oversee the facilities at your assigned property to ensure that exceptional service is being delivered to all residents through quality maintenance practices. You’ll also serve as a leader in our organization, working alongside the Property Manager, in championing the Coastal culture and ensuring maintenance associates have the tools, resources and direction to be engaged and successful. You will also spend approximately 75% of your time in the field performing maintenance related tasks.This is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Property Manager. This role offers a competitive wage, quarterly bonus, renewal commissions, and on-call pay.

Where You’ll Work:

At Fifth x Northwest, every detail is designed to elevate the way you live—with quiet sophistication and genuine care. Inside your residence, sleek quartz countertops, illuminated LED mirrors, smart thermostats, and premium double-door refrigerators with built-in filtration blend cutting-edge convenience with timeless elegance. For those who desire the exceptional, our penthouse suites deliver unrivaled finishes and sweeping, unobstructed views that redefine luxury. Step outside your door and everyday life feels effortlessly refined: a restorative on-site sauna, a state-of-the-art fitness center open 24/7 to fit your schedule, and a breathtaking rooftop terrace where panoramic skyline views create the perfect backdrop for morning coffee, sunset cocktails, or simply taking in the pulse of the city. At Fifth x Northwest, you’re not just choosing an apartment; you’re stepping into a thoughtfully crafted lifestyle that anticipates your needs, respects your time, and celebrates the art of living well.

What You'll Own:

• Oversee and lead the maintenance team, including effective training, motivation, and development of team members to ensure daily tasks and larger goals are achieved.
• Prioritize, assign, and provide quality control of work orders performed by maintenance team members, which includes monitoring and participating in the daily completion of work orders.
• Knowledge of and ability to supervise and/or perform high-level, technically proficient, and urgent/sensitive work orders, including but not limited to: HVAC, electrical, plumbing, general carpentry, and items with larger legal implications.
• Obtain contracts and proposals from vendors and negotiate for best pricing; schedule and oversee completion of vendor work.
• Manage and execute the turnover of units and make-readies for new residents.
• Execute the property’s preventative maintenance plan to maintain curb appeal and physical integrity of the overall property.
• Assist in the development, implementation and management of the maintenance budget; manage parts inventory and control costs to maintain budget.
• As needed, assist our Facilities team in the coordination all construction and rehabilitation projects including planning, vendor engagement and bidding, progress inspections, timeline and scheduling, and approval of completed projects.
• Responsible for overall organization and cleanliness of work areas and maintenance shops.
• Participate in on call emergency duties.
• Other duties as directed and assigned.

What You Bring:

• High school degree or equivalent required, bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a student housing, conventional multi-family apartment maintenance field required.
• Previous supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• EPA Certification (Type I and II) required.
• CPO (Certified Pool Operator) certification required or ability to obtain at properties with a pool within the first 6 months of employment.
• Must be able to frequently walk and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Must be able to lift/move loads up to 50lbs as well as use a ladder.
• Must live within 30 miles of the assigned property and have reliable transportation to participate in on-call duties.

Our Company:

Built on the foundation of over 20 years of friendships, Coastal Ridge is a vertically integrated multifamily real estate operator, investor, and developer whose unique approach successfully combines data and experience. Supported by over 900 real estate professionals with deep sector expertise, we have quickly grown into a leader in the multifamily industry. Our values are based on relationships and driven by honesty, integrity, and trust.

What You’ll Get:

As a Coastal Ridge Real Estate associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. We are committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our culture and the needs of our associates.

Coastal Ridge is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.