Maintenance Supervisor

Arboreal Management; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Arboreal Management in Tacoma is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead day-to-day operations across multiple residential properties. The role blends hands-on maintenance (about 50%) with supervising a small team of 1–3 technicians, focusing on timely unit turns and reliability.

You’ll implement preventive maintenance plans, collaborate with property managers on repairs and capital projects, and communicate with residents respectfully to maintain safe, well-kept homes.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on maintenance in multifamily or older buildings.
• Strong general maintenance skills: plumbing, electrical, flooring, etc.
• Experience leading or mentoring maintenance teams or vendors.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Comfort with basic tech tools (digital work orders, Excel).
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance operations across residential properties.
• Supervise and support a team of 1-3 maintenance professionals, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Perform hands-on maintenance work (~50% of your time), with a focus on unit turns.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance plans.
• Collaborate with property managers to prioritize repairs and capital improvements.
• Communicate directly with residents in a respectful, timely, and solution-oriented manner.
• Occasionally assist nearby properties as part of a collaborative team.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Team supervision

Hands-on maintenance

Time management

Excel & work orders

Spanish (bonus)

Tools

Work order systems

Excel

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor – Join a Mission-Driven, Fast-Growing Team!

Tacoma | Full-Time | $28-35/hour

About Us

Arboreal Management is the property management arm of Great Expectations, a fast-paced, mission-driven real estate investment firm focused on providing affordable, innovative, and profitable housing throughout the Pacific Northwest.

We manage over 6,000 apartment homes and are growing quickly. We believe in collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and building communities—not just buildings. Our team is small, driven, and deeply committed to changing how housing works.

About The Role

Arboreal Management is seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Supervisor to lead the operations of multiple sites. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone with a proactive mindset and a passion for maintaining high-quality housing.

You’ll oversee day-to-day maintenance operations, manage a small team of 1-3 technicians, and play a key role in ensuring our residents feel safe, respected, and well cared for.

What You’ll Do

• Lead maintenance operations across residential properties.
• Supervise and support a team of 1-3 maintenance professionals, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Perform hands-on maintenance work (~50% of your time), with a focus on unit turns.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance plans.
• Collaborate with property managers to prioritize repairs and capital improvements.
• Communicate directly with residents in a respectful, timely, and solution-oriented manner.
• Occasionally assist nearby properties as part of a collaborative team.

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of hands-on maintenance experience, ideally in multifamily or older buildings.
• Strong skills in general maintenance (plumbing, electrical, flooring, etc.).
• Experience leading or mentoring maintenance teams or vendors.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Comfort with basic tech tools (e.g., digital work order systems, Excel).
• A problem-solving mindset and a commitment to quality and safety.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay: $28-35/hour with consistent full-time hours.
• Leadership Opportunity: Step into a key role with room to grow.
• Meaningful Work: Help maintain homes that residents are proud to live in.
• Supportive Culture: Join a team that values collaboration, respect, and long-term impact.

Arboreal is a drug-free workplace, and we use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires. We background check all new employees upon offer letter acceptance. We encourage people with a criminal record or nontraditional backgrounds to apply.