Maintenance Supervisor - Lead Tech Team at a 150-Unit Property

Redwood Communities, Inc.; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision coverage

HSA option

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Holiday & floating holidays

Job summary

Redwood Communities, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee on-site maintenance teams across our apartment portfolios. You will lead technicians, prioritize requests, and ensure timely, quality repairs to keep properties safe and well‑maintained.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, preventive maintenance planning, and coordination with property managers to meet occupancy targets and maintain asset value. Monday–Friday schedule, hourly compensation reflects experience.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience as a maintenance supervisor.
• High energy team player that can work proactively with limited supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance.
• On-call flexibility
• Successful completion of background check.
• Must be legally qualified to work in the U.S. meeting I-9 guidelines

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and support to on-site maintenance technicians, ensuring work is completed efficiently and in accordance with company standards.
• Receive, prioritize, and complete maintenance requests for apartment units, common areas, and building exteriors.
• Conduct daily property walks with maintenance technicians to identify repair needs, safety concerns, and opportunities for improvement.
• Enter, review, and schedule work orders to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks.
• Perform or oversee repairs including interior/exterior painting, drywall, electrical, plumbing, and pest control assistance.
• Collaborate with the Community Manager to ensure vacant units are ready for occupancy within established timelines (typically 14 days).
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for equipment and building infrastructure.
• Understand and monitor operation of fire control, water, and other building systems for safety compliance.
• Maintain groundskeeping and interior/exterior janitorial duties for curb appeal.
• Purchase supplies and contracted services to support maintenance activities and cost-effective operations.

Skills

Team Leadership

Maintenance Ops

Preventive Maintenance

Work Order Mgmt

Job description

Redwood Communities, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee on-site maintenance teams across our apartment portfolios. You will lead technicians, prioritize requests, and ensure timely, quality repairs to keep properties safe and well‑maintained.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, preventive maintenance planning, and coordination with property managers to meet occupancy targets and maintain asset value. Monday–Friday schedule, hourly compensation reflects experience.