Property Operations Lead

Kasa Living; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kasa Living is seeking a Property Operations Lead (Maintenance) for the Chicago market. This on-site role oversees in-unit and building systems, performs repairs, and leads maintenance improvements to ensure a high-quality guest experience.

The role involves regular inspections, collaboration with teams, and occasional after-hours coverage. A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle are required to support field work.

Qualifications

• Think like an owner and drive operational profitability.
• Proficient with modern technology and tools used daily.
• Comfortable with toolbox tasks and repairs.
• Establish streamlined processes to preserve quality and guest experience.
• Punctual, reliable, and able to work nights/weekends if needed.

Responsibilities

• Inspect in-unit and common areas to uphold Kasa standards.
• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and replacements of fixtures.
• Install furnishings and hardware as needed.
• Collaborate with teams and partners to improve operations.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in after-hours coverage as required.

Skills

Owner mindset

Tech savvy

Handy

Quality control

Reliability

Collaboration

Problem solving

Change management

Process discipline

Job description

About Kasa

Kasa is the leading tech-enabled hotel and apartment hotel brand and manager. We partner with owners of multifamily and boutique hospitality properties to deliver stylish, professionally managed accommodations to business and leisure travelers alike. We took the best that hotels and short-term rentals had to offer and created a new class of hospitality that is well-priced, reliable, and offers a large selection of great locations.

Unlike traditional hotel operators, we prioritize automation, AI-driven pricing, and data-driven decision-making to optimize revenue and improve guest experiences. Behind the scenes, we build technology that combines with our innovative operations to grow a globally scalable offering that delivers high-quality stays to guests. Our guests enjoy seamless check-ins, caring service, and attractive amenities — and if anything comes up, our on-site and remote guest experience team is available throughout their stay, ensuring our hospitality is rarely seen but always felt.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Time Commitment: Full-Time

Purpose of the Property Operations Lead position

The Property Operations Lead (Maintenance) role is an on-site facilitator of everything that the Kasa guest will experience during their stay. As a Property Operations Lead you are an important part of the Central market, supporting efficient and successful operations for the Chicago market portfolio. You will be responsible for the functionality and efficiency of all in-unit supplies and technology and will be a subject matter expert for all building systems and ensure they function accordingly. Through regular in-person inspections, you are responsible for ensuring that all public spaces are clean, safe, and well-maintained, including common areas and individual units, to Kasa brand standards, setting the tone of the property and are ready in time for check-in.

Like many operations roles, there is no “typical day” but you will collaborate daily with Kasa teams and partners to drive results. You will identify, prioritize, and execute cost-effective property improvements aligned with Kasa brand standards. You will identify, prioritize, and execute cost-effective property improvements aligned with Kasa brand standards. Daily tasks will consist of, but are not limited to fixing in-unit broken items, installing replacement furnishings, replacing hardware, repairing drywall, painting, and other routine maintenance tasks.

A typical schedule for this role is based on business needs in your market, sometimes including nights and weekends and holidays, as we are in the hospitality industry. While you are not 'on-call 24/7' for this job, during emergencies, you will get a call and if you're available, we compensate above state requirements to a minimum of 2 hours Overtime, on defined days off or after working hours.

Unleash your career potential at Kasa

We're building a tech-enabled global hospitality brand that unleashes the potential of liveable space. Hospitality is at the core of who we are, and we are committed to providing our teams the same care we give our guests, neighbors, and partners.

Required Attributes

• Think Like an Owner: Think like an owner at all times by taking accountability for all facets of unit/building performance; enhance partner satisfaction through creation of value by maximizing operating profit per unit.
• Tech Savvy: Proficient with modern technology tools and effectively uses them to complete daily work.
• Handy: Comfortable with using a toolkit and able to devise clever solutions to common minor repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Quality Control Leader: Establish and implement streamlined processes that ensure adherence to high-quality standards through identification of proactive improvements and effective collaboration with external partners.
• Reliable: Takes pride in arriving to work on time and welcomes the opportunity to work nights and weekends.
• Collaborative: Works effectively with leadership and peers to meet goals and contribute to ideas that will deliver operational and experiential improvements for the department.
• Smooth Operator: Approach problem resolution with confidence, empathy, and creativity to swiftly and successfully resolve guest-stated and unstated needs.
• Change Agent: Supports tactical execution of change management efforts to implement new processes, tools, or technology including, but not limited to communication plans and training development.
• Process Minded: Effectively executes established processes with precision and surfaces process deficiencies which negatively impact the guest experience.

Required policy information

• This role requires regular access to a reliable vehicle to use for work, a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record with proof of insurance.

Expected Results

• Role Objective 1: Drive