Maintenance Supervisor

AMLI Residential; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 100,289,000 - 103,155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) company match

Paid time off & holidays

Bonuses and recognition

Job summary

AMLI Residential in Evanston is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee the 214-unit community. You will supervise in-house and vendor teams, manage preventive maintenance, and control inventory while coordinating with the Community Manager to keep AMLI Evanston well-maintained.

The role requires 3–5 years in apartment maintenance, HVAC/EPA certification, and strong leadership skills. On-call duties and a focus on safety are essential, with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in apartment maintenance
• HVAC/EPA refrigerant certification (Type 1/2 or Universal)
• Weekend and on-call availability
• Ability to lead in-house and vendor teams and ensure safety compliance

Responsibilities

• Schedule and direct supervision of in-house and vendor work with the Community Manager.
• Lead maintenance staff and coordinate diagnosis, repair, and replacement across electrical, plumbing, pool, carpentry, drywall, exterior structure, and appliances.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and delivery of supplies for service, custodial, and grounds departments; approve invoices.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance, budget monitoring, and capital projects; assist in annual budget prep.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and performance evaluations for on-site staff; participate in interviews when needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

HVAC/EPA Certification

Maintenance planning

Budgeting

Vendor management

Job description

Are you looking for a new opportunity in your maintenance career? AMLI Residential has an opening for a Maintenance Supervisor at AMLI EvanstonAs the Maintenance Supervisor, you will supervise and coordinate the activities of the maintenance teams to ensure the upkeep, inventory, and repair of the 214 -unit apartment community.Duties Include:Schedule and direct supervision of all in-house and vendor work with the Community Manager. Lead the maintenance staff; delegate and participate in the diagnosis of problems and replacement and repair in areas such as electrical, plumbing, pool, carpentry, dry walling, exterior structural, and appliances.Ensure AMLI’s comprehensive maintenance program is completed annually and the standard preventative maintenance, including pool, exterior lighting, filter changes, and apartment inspections, is completed as scheduled.Responsible for the inventory, ordering, and delivery of all necessary supplies and equipment for the service, custodial, and grounds departments with the approval of the Community Manager. Approve the Maintenance Department invoices for payment. Research and evaluate all current and potential products used in the maintenance and upkeep of the property.Assist in annual budget preparation. Monitor and control utility, repair and maintenance, and capital expense per budget. Secure Bids for capital projects and ensure consistent scope of work.Provide leadership and direction for all on-site employees under their supervision, including, but not limited to, effective employee relations, compliance with employment law, ongoing training, and motivation for staff. Ensure regular coaching, counseling, and performance evaluations for all staff members. Assist in the interviewing process for any potential service or grounds personnel. Evaluate and manage schedules to control overtime costs.Interpret company policies for workers and enforce safety regulations such as OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Act). Schedule and perform preventative maintenance as defined in AMLI’s policy and procedure manual.Ensure timely, efficient response to service requests, make-readies, etc., - including helping residents and prospects before, during, and after leasing an apartment, utilizing AMLI 10 Service Standards.Ensure timely and effective property maintenance to enhance and maintain its curb appeal.Ensure that all vacated apartments are thoroughly restored to “make ready” status on time.Ensure/conduct weekly 17-minute inspections.Report unusual or extraordinary circumstances regarding the property or residents. Report all liability and damage incidents. Required to rotate on-call with other service staff and backup Service Technicians as needed.Requirements:3 - 5 years working in apartment maintenance. External candidates - Minimum Two years of supervisory experience is preferred.HVAC/EPA Refrigerant Certified (type 1 and 2 or Universal)Weekend and on-call availabilityCompensation and Benefits:AMLI offers the following benefits to meet the needs of AMLI employees and their families:$35.00 - $36.00 plus 20% bonus incentive planHousing Allowance for an apartment at AMLI EvanstonMedical, Dental and Vision Coverage401(k) Company MatchPaid Time Off - 20 days of PTO plus 9 paid holidays for first 5 years. PTO increases with tenure.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk, climb or balance, and talk or hear. The employee must frequently sit, stoop, kneel, squat, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move 25 pounds or more, often over 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.We offer a competitive salary, housing discounts, Management bonuses, benefits, and recognition programs. Apply online now and discover the boundless opportunities available here at AMLI.AMLI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.The Company may utilize artificial intelligence, as permitted by law, in its recruitment, hiring, promotion, discipline, discharge, or other employment-related activities. Any artificial intelligence used will not have the effect of subjecting employees to discrimination on the basis of any protected class under federal, state, or local law, nor will the artificial intelligence use zip code data as a proxy for protected class information.Expected hours: 40 per weekBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Employee discount* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Health savings account* Life insurance* Paid time off* Parental leave* Referral program* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceWork Location: In person