Maintenance Supervisor

R. W. SELBY & COMPANY, INC.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan with employer-m

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Paid family leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

R.W. Selby & Co., Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a maintenance team at our Southern California properties. You will supervise technicians and porters, manage vendor bids, and ensure compliance with safety standards while maintaining NOI and resident satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has solid maintenance experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification is a plus.
• Proven experience in maintenance, repair, or related field.
• Knowledge of water and gas meter shutoffs, all apartment and fixture cutoffs, sewer and water mains.
• Knowledge of fire and safety systems, including fire alarms, elevators, monitoring and emergency lighting.
• Knowledge of contracts, vendors, and suppliers.
• Strong problem-solving and can-do attitude.
• Electrical, plumbing and mechanical expertise.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage Maintenance Technician and Porter staff, ensuring adherence to schedules.
• Assist the Property Manager in obtaining contractor bids for large improvements.
• Work within budget and purchasing guidelines, flagging deviations.
• Enforce safety equipment usage for all maintenance staff.
• Maintain organized, clean, and safe work and storage areas.
• Establish ongoing preventative maintenance programs for interior and exterior areas.
• Supervise vendors (gardeners, pool service, painters, cleaners, etc.).
• Conduct apartment inspections before and after move-ins and prepare vacant units for showing.
• Change locks at tenancy turnover or per resident request.
• Perform various maintenance tasks including electrical, plumbing, appliance repair, and on-call duties.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical expertise

Plumbing expertise

Mechanical expertise

Water/gas meter knowledge

Fire & safety systems knowledge

Contract/vendor management

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you ready to take your maintenance career to the next level? We are searching for a dynamic and skilled Maintenance Supervisor to lead our team and keep our operations running smoothly. If you're a motivated, passionate, and results-driven individual with a strong background in maintenance, we want to hear from you!

R.W. Selby & Co., Inc. operates primarily in the multifamily market, with decades of experience developing, renovating, and managing apartment communities in premier Southern California and Nevada locations. In 1977, we transformed from brokerage to principal, and today, we own and operate apartment communities throughout Southern California and Nevada.

At Selby & Co., we understand that our most valuable assets are our team of professionals. We aim to promote from within and believe the most qualified individual is the one we cultivate here. We invite individuals who desire a fulfilling career in real estate and the opportunity to learn firsthand to apply today! Our ideal candidate is someone who looks toward the future with tremendous enthusiasm and takes pride in their work, in addition to sharing our commitment to a standard of excellence.

As the Maintenance Supervisor, you will repair and maintain the apartment community and supervise, manage, and monitor the performance of all maintenance staff and vendors at the property.

To succeed, you should have:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification is a plus.
• Proven experience in maintenance, repair, or related field.
• Knowledge regarding water and gas meter shutoffs, all apartment and fixture cutoffs, sewer, and water mains.
• Knowledge of all fire and safety systems, including fire alarm systems, elevators, monitoring equipment, emergency lighting systems, etc. Smoke detectors must be tested on all tenancy turns and annually, property-wide.
• Knowledge of contracts, vendors, and suppliers.
• Fearless problem-solving skills and a "can-do" attitude.
• Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical expertise are a definite spark of brilliance.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Strong communication skills and a knack for teamwork.

Above all, as the Maintenance Technician, you will ensure the following standards are upheld and adhered to and are the basis of all daily operations:

R.W. Selby & Co., Inc. Standards of Excellence

• Ensure clean and neat physical property and rent-ready apartments
• Meet or exceed NOI (Net Operating Income)
• Provide exceptional customer service to residents and prospects
• Follow operational standard processes

Your responsibilities as the Maintenance Supervisor will include:

• Supervise and manage Maintenance Technician and Porter staff, ensuring adherence to maintenance schedules.
• Assist the Property Manager in obtaining contractor bids for significant improvements.
• Familiarize with budget and purchasing guidelines, notifying the Property Manager of deviations.
• Enforce the use of safety equipment for all maintenance staff.
• Maintain organized, clean, and safe work and storage areas.
• Establish ongoing preventative maintenance programs for both interior and exterior areas.
• Supervise and ensure efficiency of all vendors (gardeners, pool service, painters, cleaners, etc.).
• Conduct apartment inspections before and after move-ins and promptly prepare vacant apartments for showing.
• Change locks at each turnover of tenancy or resident's request.
• Perform various maintenance tasks, including electrical, plumbing, appliance repair, and emergency on-call duties when necessary.

Best-in-Class Benefits and Perks:

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by a competitive compensation of $75,000 annually, depending on experience, and an extensive benefits package including:

• Health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) / retirement plan with employer matching
• Basic life insurance and voluntary supplemental life insurance coverage options
• Voluntary disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Paid family leave
• Paid holidays

Plus, we work to maintain the best environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

We want to hear from you if you're ready to lead and take your maintenance career to new heights!

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.