Maintenance Supervisor – HVAC & Property Ops

Dream Live Prosper Communities; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Learning incentives

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Dream Live Prosper Communities is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead our service team in Baton Rouge. You will oversee work order completion, maintenance of systems to peak standards, and inventory control across communities.

The role requires HVAC expertise, lease-up experience, strong leadership, and a proven track record in maintenance management. You will manage budgets, vendor relations, and on-call rotations while ensuring resident satisfaction and safe property operations.

Qualifications

• HVAC certifications required.
• Lease-up experience is a must.
• Proven experience as HVAC service manager or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, components, and controls.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Experience with budgeting and cost control.
• Excellent communication with team, vendors, and residents.
• Relevant HVAC licenses/certifications are required.
• Familiarity with property management operations is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record and own basic tools.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and climb stairs daily.
• Strong customer service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Wow-ing residents with impeccable service.
• Craft cost-saving initiatives and manage budgets effectively.
• Swiftly respond to resident requests within 24 hours.
• Guide the maintenance team's hours, focus, and on-call schedule.
• Lead by example, providing mentorship and coaching.
• Ready vacant apartments for move-ins, ensuring top-notch repairs and replacements.
• Multi-skilled: from painting and electrical work to HVAC and pool maintenance.
• Keep grounds pristine, promptly address emergencies, and identify property hazards.
• Nurture relationships with service providers, overseeing vendors and supplies.
• Maintain a well-stocked maintenance shop without unnecessary spending.
• Uphold loss prevention initiatives and manage OpEx maintenance budget.
• Streamline purchasing through Appfolio, ensuring cost-effective acquisitions.
• Lead from the front, performing technician and groundskeeper duties.
• Efficiently schedule vacancies for 5-day turns.
• Assign service requests to qualified personnel for a 24-hour turnaround.
• Schedule all vacancies for 5-day turns.
• Manage security deposit dispositions and attend required meetings.

Skills

HVAC Certified

Lease-Up Experience

HVAC Service Manager

HVAC knowledge

Leadership

Team management

Problem-solving

Budgeting

Communication

Licenses & Certifications

Property management

Driver's license

Own tools

Physical ability

On-call rotation

Job description

Dream Live Prosper Communities is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead our service team in Baton Rouge. You will oversee work order completion, maintenance of systems to peak standards, and inventory control across communities.

The role requires HVAC expertise, lease-up experience, strong leadership, and a proven track record in maintenance management. You will manage budgets, vendor relations, and on-call rotations while ensuring resident satisfaction and safe property operations.