Regional Area Maintenance Manager Assistant in Escondido

Energy Jobline ZR; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid sick and vacation time

Job summary

CONAM Management Corporation is seeking an Assistant Regional Area Maintenance Manager to join the SoCal Conventional Region in Carlsbad, CA. This hands-on role oversees maintenance operations across communities, assists with inspections, training, and staffing, and drives safety and curb appeal standards.

You will coordinate vendors, monitor service productivity, and support life-safety systems while ensuring high-quality living environments for residents.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3+ years hands-on apartment maintenance
• Minimum 2+ years in a supervisory role
• Experience in building construction and/or maintenance
• Knowledge of building trades (electric, carpentry, plumbing)
• Ability to guide employees and contractors in high-performance teamwork
• Manage life safety systems (fire panels, sprinklers, extinguishers) for each site
• Proficient with tools and power equipment (drills, saws, grinders) and HVAC, plumbing, appliance repair

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring market-ready units and turnover work to meet standards.
• Support property inspections for cleanliness, curb appeal and maintenance.
• Report appearance issues and help with corrective actions.
• Track and verify smoke detector inspections and AC filter replacements.
• Monitor maintenance requests and inspection schedules; address deficiencies.
• Support two annual interior inspections per community using CONAM standards.
• Review resumes and assist with staffing and scheduling of maintenance technicians.
• Provide input for performance coaching and productivity improvements.
• Assist training of associates on CONAM policies and procedures.
• Support vendor bidding and annual re-bidding; monitor vendor performance.
• Ensure safety regulations and SDS compliance; report safety deficiencies.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Supervisory experience

Building trades knowledge

Electrical

Carpentry

Plumbing

HVAC

MS Office

Communication

On-call readiness

Tools

Power tools

Electrical testers

HVAC systems

Plumbing tools

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Assistant Regional Area Maintenance Manager – SoCal Conventional Region | Carlsbad, CA

Who We Are:

Founded in 1975, CONAM Management operates in 10 states, across 26 key metropolitan markets, supporting over 60,000 apartment units of both affordable and conventional housing. Our growing team of over 1,700 associates is dedicated to maintaining and enhancing the quality of life for our . At CONAM, we foster a collaborative, team-oriented culture where our associates thrive and are valued for their expertise and commitment.

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Assistant Regional Area Maintenance Manager (ARAMM) to join our team at SoCal Conventional Region in Carlsbad, CA. This position will support maintenance operations across assigned communities by assisting with inspections, preventative maintenance, vendor coordination, and service productivity to ensure properties meet company standards for quality, safety, and curb appeal. Help with staffing, training, compliance monitoring, and site-level repairs to maintain efficient operations and reduce vendor costs.

This is a full-time position with full benefits. Pay range: $75,000 - $80,000 per year

Key Responsibilities:

This is a hands-on maintenance position.

Service Productivity:

• Assist in monitoring the quality and quantity of market-ready units and turnover work to meet company standards.
• Support property inspections and ensure cleanliness, curb appeal, and maintenance standards are maintained.
• Observe and report property appearance issues and assist with corrective actions.
• Help track and verify semi-annual smoke detector inspections and AC filter replacements, ensuring documentation is maintained.
• Monitor maintenance service requests, inspection schedules, and ensure deficiencies are addressed.
• Support semi-annual property visits and ensure two annual interior inspections per community using CONAM inspection standards.

Staffing:

• Assist with reviewing resumes, interviewing candidates, and providing hiring recommendations.
• Support scheduling and prioritization of Roving Maintenance Technicians when assigned.
• Provide input and support for performance coaching, corrective actions, and productivity improvement of maintenance staff.

Education & Training:

• Assist with training associates on CONAM policies, procedures, standards, and job performance requirements.
• Help coordinate and conduct maintenance training and encourage industry-related education and certifications.
• Identify skill gaps and recommend training programs or certification opportunities for maintenance staff.

Purchasing:

• Support vendor bidding processes and provide vendor recommendations when requested.
• Assist with annual re-bidding, vendor pricing reviews, and development of the regional vendor guide.
• Monitor vendor performance and gather feedback from community teams regarding service quality and responsiveness.

Workplace Safety:

• Support enforcement of safety regulations and proper use of safety equipment.
• Ensure Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are available and safety practices are followed.
• Communicate compliance requirements and report safety deficiencies to leadership.

General:

• Assist in monitoring compliance with CONAM key control policy.
• Perform site-level repairs (plumbing, carpentry, water heater installation, etc.) as needed to reduce vendor costs.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Driving:

• Ability to drive locally for business purposes pertaining to property management maintenance.

Who You Are:

• Minimum of 2-3+ years of hands-on related experience in apartment maintenance required
• Minimum of 2+ years in a supervisory role required
• Experience in the building construction and/or maintenance field
• Knowledge of the building trades such as electricity, carpentry, and plumbing
• Provide regular guidance to employees and contractors to function as a high-performance team in a high touch, customer service environment
• Manage & track life safety systems- fire panels, sprinklers, & extinguishers, for each site
• Technical Experience: Able to handle tools and power equipment, such as drills, saws, grinders, electrical testers, HVAC systems, and plumbing tools, including proficiency in plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC, appliance repair, and general carpentry.
• Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications strongly
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong troubleshooting abilities to quickly assess and resolve maintenance issues, ensuring minimal disruption to .
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with , team members, and vendors effectively.
• Customer Focus: A passion for delivering exceptional service to and creating a positive living experience.
• On Call Rotation: Willingness to work a flexible schedule and participate in an on-call rotation to handle apartment maintenance emergencies.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Possess a valid driver's license and proof of automobile liability insurance coverage.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

CONAM Management Corporation is more than just a job — it’s a career where you can grow and be recognized for your expertise in Property Management. We offer a competitive pay, comprehensive benefits package, that make working at CONAM even more rewarding.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Pet insurance
• Life insurance and theft protection
• Paid sick and vacation time
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional perks: Service award days, floating holiday, early earned wage access and more

Additional Information:

• This position is contingent upon passing a background check, employment verification, pre-employment physical, drug screening, valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• CONAM will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirement of the law.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Pay Bands

Pay bands are established based on geographic location, internal equity, market conditions, and candidate qualifications. We provide competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.