Maintenance Supervisor

Core Spaces; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Phone stipend

Parental leave

Volunteer time off

Health plan

Meditation app

Employee voice

EAP

401(k) match

Job summary

Core Spaces is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead on-site maintenance operations for our multifamily properties. You will oversee a team of technicians, porters, and housekeepers, manage work orders, inspections, and vendor coordination, and uphold safety, quality, and resident service standards.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in multifamily maintenance, strong HVAC/electrical/plumbing knowledge, and proven leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years maintenance experience in multifamily or related property environments.
• Experience leading and developing maintenance teams.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and appliances.
• Strong organization, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or ability to obtain within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Maintenance Technicians, Porters, and Housekeepers; set expectations for safety and service excellence.
• Oversee daily maintenance operations and work orders; ensure timely responses.
• Coordinate vendor work, inspect completed repairs, and manage parts inventory.
• Plan moves, unit turns, and emergency response to meet resident needs.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

HVAC knowledge

Electrical work

Plumbing

Team development

Budgeting

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Entrata

Job description

Who We Are

Core Spaces (Core) is more than a real estate company, it’s a people company. Where building relationships is just as important as building properties. From researchers and architects to designers and operators, Core is made up of risk takers and dreamers who are on a mission to invent the future of living. Our six cultural values guide us every day and we strive to live them in everything we do: PUSH (Invent Better Places to Live), GRIT (We Got This), LIFT (Help Each Other Win), SHINE (Bring Your Full Self), UPHOLD (Never Break Trust), GROW (Always Get Better). Everything Core does stems from this culture of collaboration and innovation, and the drive to constantly improve the resident experience. This unique approach has led to creating spaces and services that are redefining the way people live.

What We Do

Founded in 2010, Core is a vertically integrated real estate investment manager focused on acquiring, developing and managing across the student housing and build-to-rent ("BTR") sectors. Its residential communities feature world-class amenities, progressive design, and hospitality-driven service. Core’s student housing portfolio includes over 71,680 beds currently owned or managed, with a pipeline of over 54,000 beds in various stages of development. Core’s BTR division has over 3,000 homes under development, now leasing or in its pipeline in high-growth metros nationwide. For more information, visit www.corespaces.com.

• Portfolio and pipeline numbers as of Q3 2026

Benefits That Matter

• A culture that provides you with a sense of belonging
• Competitive pay that values your contributions
• Generous PTO to disconnect or celebrate life milestones
• Paid 14+ holidays, including your birthday, to disconnect and celebrate
• Cell phone stipend included
• Paid Parental Leave that begins after 90 days
• Paid volunteer time off to give back to your community
• Robust health plan options that begin within at least 30 days of your employment
• Yearly subscription to a meditation app for personal wellness
• An environment that provides you a voice to share your perspectives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for access to confidential support services
• Company retirement options including 401(k) + matching & Roth account option

Position Overview

The Maintenance Supervisor leads the property’s on-site maintenance operations and team, ensuring buildings, systems, grounds, and residential spaces remain safe, functional, and well maintained. This role directly manages maintenance personnel and oversees hiring, team development, work orders, preventive maintenance, inspections, unit turns, vendor performance, inventory, and maintenance-related spending while supporting a responsive and high-quality resident experience.

What You Will Do

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop Maintenance Technicians, Porters, and Housekeepers, establishing clear expectations and promoting accountability, safety, collaboration, and service excellence.
• Serve as the hiring manager for maintenance team openings, partnering with Talent Acquisition and property leadership throughout recruiting, selection, and onboarding.
• Manage team performance through ongoing feedback, coaching, development, and performance management.
• Coordinate daily assignments, schedules, on-call coverage, and team priorities to support property operations and resident needs.

Maintenance Operations & Resident Service

• Oversee daily maintenance operations, including work orders, service requests, unit readiness, grounds, common areas, and building systems.
• Monitor work-order completion, documentation, response times, and quality to ensure maintenance needs are addressed accurately and efficiently.
• Perform and support skilled maintenance repairs as needed across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliances, carpentry, and other interior and exterior building systems.
• Plan and coordinate maintenance activities for move-outs, unit turns, move-ins, emergencies, and other periods of increased operational demand.

Preventive Maintenance, Inspections & Safety

• Manage the property’s preventive maintenance program and maintain accurate inspection, service, and repair records.
• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, grounds, equipment, MEP, and life-safety systems to identify maintenance needs, deficiencies, and potential risks.
• Ensure maintenance activities follow company policies, applicable requirements, safe work practices, and proper PPE and equipment-use standards.
• Coordinate necessary repairs and corrective actions to maintain safe, functional, and well-presented buildings and grounds.

Vendor, Warranty & Inventory Management

• Coordinate third-party vendors and contractors, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, within scope, and to established quality standards.
• Manage applicable warranty claims and follow-up activities, maintaining accurate documentation and communication.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of tools, equipment, parts, and supplies to support efficient property operations.

Budget & Capital Planning

• Support the preparation and ongoing management of operating and capital budgets related to maintenance, repairs, equipment, and property improvements.
• Monitor maintenance expenses, labor, supplies, and vendor costs while identifying opportunities to manage expenses without compromising safety, quality, or resident service.
• Support capital planning by evaluating property conditions, repair needs, equipment life cycles, and anticipated project costs.

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

• This is an on-site position requiring regular presence at the property, participation in the on-call rotation, and availability for evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, emergencies, and high-volume periods such as move-outs, unit turns, and move-ins.
• Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments and may involve varying temperatures, inclement weather, confined spaces, elevated areas, mechanical equipment, noise, dust, odors, and other physically or environmentally challenging conditions.
• Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, as required by the demands of the job. This may include bending, stooping, and lifting throughout the workday.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools, use required personal protective equipment, and follow established safety practices.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license, valid automobile insurance, and reliable transportation as required for the position.
• Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned by management.

Ideally, You'll Have

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, facilities maintenance, or a related trade preferred.
• 3+ years of maintenance experience within multifamily, residential, hospitality, or a related property environment.
• Experience leading and developing maintenance teams, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and work prioritization.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliances, mechanical systems, preventive maintenance, and general property repairs.
• Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues, coordinate vendors, oversee inspections, and maintain safe, high-quality property conditions.
• Experience managing maintenance-related expenses, inventory, and operational priorities.
• Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance competing resident, team, and property needs.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) designation or ability to obtain within the first 3 months of employment.

You'll Crush It If You Have Experience With

• Student housing or other high-volume residential maintenance experience.
• EPA certification and advanced HVAC troubleshooting experience.
• Experience with Entrata or a comparable property management platform.

Organizational Structure

Reports to: Community Manager

Indirectly Reports to: Regional Maintenance Supervisor

Direct Reports: Maintenance Technicians, Housekeepers, and Porters

Disclaimer

Please note that job responsibilities, reporting lines, and duties outlined in this job description are subject to change to meet the organization's evolving needs.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Core Spaces celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, which creates a sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are and the community they represent.