Maintenance Supervisor – Multifamily Housing Leader (Chicago)

POAH Communities; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

FSA options

Life & AD&D insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Mentorship program

Job summary

POAH Communities seeks a Maintenance Supervisor for The Ave, a mixed-use affordable housing development in Chicago’s Humboldt Park. This leader will guide hands-on maintenance, supervise staff, and ensure daily operations meet HUD and low-income housing standards.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in property maintenance, familiarity with Yardi, and the ability to supervise vendor relationships while coordinating with residents.

Qualifications

• Three–Five years of direct experience in property management and related fields.
• Some post high school education, apprenticeship, or supervised technical training preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to repair electrical, plumbing and carpentry tasks in a multifamily community.
• Proficiency with Yardi financial reporting software and basic office apps.

Responsibilities

• Support the Property Manager by repairing and maintaining building conditions to HUD and regulatory standards.
• Manage work orders through Yardi and ensure completion within 24 hours.
• Maximize resident and employee safety and preserve physical assets.
• Handle resident relations with professionalism and coordinate with vendors.
• Collaborate with regional supervisors and staff on maintenance projects.

Education

Some post high school education or supervised technical training

Tools

Yardi

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

POAH Communities seeks a Maintenance Supervisor for The Ave, a mixed-use affordable housing development in Chicago’s Humboldt Park. This leader will guide hands-on maintenance, supervise staff, and ensure daily operations meet HUD and low-income housing standards.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in property maintenance, familiarity with Yardi, and the ability to supervise vendor relationships while coordinating with residents.