Maintenance Supervisor

Jobtailor; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an experienced maintenance leader to build and guide a high-performing team in a student housing setting. You will oversee HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building systems, drive safety programs, preventive maintenance, and unit turnover for timely turnover and high-quality work.

You will train, supervise, and mentor staff, coordinate with vendors, manage Make Ready processes, and report to the General Manager while maintaining strong resident relations and ensuring rapid

Qualifications

• EPA 608 / HVAC Certification required.
• Proficient in basic building systems, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing.
• Experience with Make Ready processes and unit turnover.
• Familiarity with building automation systems and life safety systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience using property management platforms, preferably Entrata.
• Working knowledge of Fair Housing Laws, EEO Laws, and LIHTC and market-rate housing programs.
• 3–5 years of experience managing building systems in a student housing or multifamily setting.
• 3 years of supervisory experience in a maintenance leadership role.
• At least 2 years of experience managing building automation and safety systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines effectively.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to respond to after-hours emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a high-performing maintenance team, fostering professionalism, teamwork, and accountability
• Provide training, supervision, and mentorship to maintenance staff
• Promote safety, quality workmanship, exceptional service, and timely responses to service requests
• Oversee HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, electrical, and general building repairs
• Implement preventive maintenance and safety programs
• Inspect buildings, units, common areas, and grounds for safety, cleanliness, and functionality
• Maintain boilers, water heaters, HVAC units, mechanical systems, and equipment
• Respond to emergencies and participate in emergency preparedness planning
• Supervise unit turns and ensure work is completed on schedule and to high standards
• Coordinate vendor and contractor work, obtain bids, and negotiate pricing when needed
• Complete and maintain work order documentation and inspection reports
• Support the General Manager in maintaining occupancy and collections above 99%
• Assist with property and capital budgets and implement cost-saving or revenue-generating initiatives
• Track maintenance spending and align it with budget goals
• Partner with the Regional Facilities Manager on capital projects and long-term maintenance planning
• Foster resident relationships through timely service and proactive communication
• Report resident issues to the General Manager
• Build relationships with university partners, local officials, neighbors, and vendors
• Represent Campus Life & Style’s brand and culture

Skills

Team Leadership

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Accountability

HVAC Maintenance

Plumbing Repairs

Electrical Systems Management

Preventive Maintenance

Building Automation Systems

Make Ready Processes

Unit Turnover Management

Emergency Preparedness Planning

Work Order Documentation

Inspection Reporting

Education

EPA 608 / HVAC Certification

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Entrata

Job description

• Build and lead a high-performing maintenance team, fostering professionalism, teamwork, and accountability


• Provide training, supervision, and mentorship to maintenance staff


• Promote safety, quality workmanship, exceptional service, and timely responses to service requests


• Oversee HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, electrical, and general building repairs


• Implement preventive maintenance and safety programs


• Inspect buildings, units, common areas, and grounds for safety, cleanliness, and functionality


• Maintain boilers, water heaters, HVAC units, mechanical systems, and equipment


• Respond to emergencies and participate in emergency preparedness planning


• Supervise unit turns and ensure work is completed on schedule and to high standards


• Coordinate vendor and contractor work, obtain bids, and negotiate pricing when needed


• Complete and maintain work order documentation and inspection reports


• Support the General Manager in maintaining occupancy and collections above 99%


• Assist with property and capital budgets and implement cost-saving or revenue-generating initiatives


• Track maintenance spending and align it with budget goals


• Partner with the Regional Facilities Manager on capital projects and long-term maintenance planning


• Foster resident relationships through timely service and proactive communication


• Report resident issues to the General Manager


• Build relationships with university partners, local officials, neighbors, and vendors


• Represent Campus Life & Style’s brand and culture

Requirements

• EPA 608 / HVAC Certification required


• Proficient in basic building systems, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing


• Experience with Make Ready processes and unit turnover


• Familiarity with building automation systems and life safety systems


• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel


• Experience using property management platforms, preferably Entrata


• Working knowledge of Fair Housing Laws, EEO Laws, and LIHTC and market-rate housing programs


• 3–5 years of experience managing building systems in a student housing or multifamily setting


• 3 years of supervisory experience in a maintenance leadership role


• At least 2 years of experience managing building automation and safety systems


• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines effectively


• Strong organizational and communication skills


• Valid driver's license


• Ability to respond to after-hours emergencies

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in managing building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical, while fostering a high-performing maintenance team through effective training and mentorship. Proficient in budget management, safety compliance, and maintaining strong resident relationships.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• EPA 608 / HVAC Certification


• Building Systems Management


• Supervisory Experience in Maintenance


• Property Management Platforms (Entrata)


• Knowledge of Fair Housing Laws

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• HVAC Maintenance


• Plumbing Repairs


• Electrical Systems Management


• Preventive Maintenance Implementation


• Building Automation Systems


• Make Ready Processes


• Unit Turnover Management


• Emergency Preparedness Planning


• Work Order Documentation


• Inspection Reporting

Soft Skills

• Team Leadership


• Organizational Skills


• Communication Skills


• Relationship Building


• Accountability

Certifications & Qualifications

• EPA 608 / HVAC Certification

Industry Keywords

• Fair Housing Laws


• EEO Laws


• LIHTC


• Market-Rate Housing Programs


• Student Housing


• Multifamily Setting

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Outlook


• Microsoft Word


• Microsoft Excel


• Property Management Platforms