On-Site Maintenance Manager

Socket.dev; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Service Manager to lead maintenance operations across a Denver residential portfolio. You will oversee building systems, implement preventive maintenance in Yardi, manage unit turns, and coordinate vendors to ensure high-quality, timely service.

The role emphasizes budget control, safety compliance, and proactive communication with residents and property management to maximize asset value and resident satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience with 2+ years in a supervisory/management role.
• Experience in multifamily residential or commercial property maintenance.
• HVAC certification (EPA Type I, II, or Universal) required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with Yardi or similar property management software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation of all building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, access control, and common-area lighting.
• Implement and maintain a preventive maintenance program with detailed logs for inspections, repairs, and system performance in Yardi.
• Manage all unit turn operations—coordinating make-ready activity to ensure units meet leasing standards on schedule.
• Perform in-house repairs on HVAC systems, appliances, plumbing, electrical, and general building components; escalate only for warranties or out-of-scope work.
• Identify recurring maintenance issues and propose cost-effective long-term solutions that protect the asset and improve resident satisfaction.
• Coordinate and supervise vendors as the primary technical contact for HVAC, electrical, access control, and specialized contractors.
• Lead, train, and develop the service team—including Lead Service Technicians, Service Technicians, and Groundskeepers.
• Manage maintenance budgets and inventory, controlling costs while ensuring the team has the parts and supplies needed to operate efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, local, state, and federal regulations; maintain safe working conditions and enforce safety protocols at all times.
• Respond to and manage emergency maintenance situations; oversee on-call rotation and after-hours response procedures.
• Communicate proactively with property management and residents regarding repair status, project timelines, and building system updates.
• Conduct regular property inspections to assess building condition, identify deferred maintenance, and develop capital planning recommendations.

Skills

Leadership

Preventive maintenance

Budgeting

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

HVAC certification (EPA I/II/III)

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a Service Manager to lead maintenance operations across a Denver residential portfolio. You will oversee building systems, implement preventive maintenance in Yardi, manage unit turns, and coordinate vendors to ensure high-quality, timely service.

The role emphasizes budget control, safety compliance, and proactive communication with residents and property management to maximize asset value and resident satisfaction.