Regional Maintenance Director

Summit; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Property Management is seeking a Regional Service Director for the Houston market. This hands-on role will oversee a diverse portfolio of apartment communities, guiding maintenance teams to ensure safety, upkeep, and performance.

You will lead preventive maintenance, budgeting, and vendor relationships while traveling between sites to uphold Summit standards. The ideal candidate brings extensive maintenance leadership experience, strong technical skills (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical,

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of maintenance/facilities experience with ≥4 years in regional supervisory roles.
• Expert-level proficiency in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general maintenance practices.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience using property management software to create reports and analyze maintenance metrics (work orders, turnover).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; goal-oriented leadership with team care.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance plans to extend asset life and reduce outages.
• Draft scopes of work and bid on repairs and capital projects.
• Conduct property inspections to ensure safety and Summit standards.
• Prepare properties for lender inspections as needed.
• Coordinate and manage vendor relationships for repairs and capital projects.
• Collaborate with property managers to address resident concerns and maintenance issues promptly.
• Monitor maintenance budgets per property and strive for cost-effectiveness.
• Maintain accurate records of activities, expenses, and inventory.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, codes and Summit policies.
• Train and mentor onsite maintenance teams.

Skills

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

General maintenance

PM software reporting

Leadership

Budget management

Vendor management

Tools

Property management software

Job description

Summit Property Management is hiring a Regional Service Director for the Houston, Texas Market. Must have 4 years of Regional leadership experience. This is a hands‑on role to support our service teams.

Regional Service Director

Summit Property Management is seeking an accomplished and experienced Regional Maintenance Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of apartment communities within a Houston portfolio. As the Regional Maintenance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our portfolio's overall upkeep, safety, and functionality.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance plans to extend the lifespan of property assets and minimize service disruptions.
• Assist with drafting scopes of work and bidding on repairs and capital improvement projects.
• Conduct regular property inspections to identify maintenance needs and ensure compliance with company Summit standards.
• Assist with preparing properties for lender inspections.
• Coordinate and manage vendor relationships for repairs, maintenance, and capital projects.
• Collaborate with property managers to address resident concerns and ensure timely resolution of maintenance issues.
• Monitor and manage maintenance budgets for each property, striving for cost-effectiveness.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, expenses, and inventory.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, codes, and policies related to safety and maintenance.
• Train and mentor onsite maintenance teams

Qualifications

• You have at least 10 years of maintenance/facilities experience with at least 4 years of regional supervisory experience.
• Expert-level proficiency in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general maintenance practices.
• Ability to understand, use, and interpret construction drawings and specifications,
• Experience using property management software to create reports and analyze property performance metrics related to work order completion, unit turnover, and preventative maintenance.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• You are a goal-oriented leader who demonstrates genuine care and concern for your team, partners, and residents.
• You are committed to the mission of exceeding expectations and providing exceptional service to strengthen real estate value.
• You bring it every day and possess a readiness to execute on whatever task is thrown your way with a combination of hard work, grit, and perseverance.
• You know the importance of doing the right thing - always, in all ways, even when no one's watching.
• You champion belonging, empowering people to be their best selves at work and at home.
• Frequent travel between sites
• Must be willing to work various schedules, including evenings and weekends
• Must be accessible to respond to emergency situations

Physical Demands

Will be exposed to constant activity that requires intermittent standing, bending, crouching, pushing/pulling, lifting/moving/carrying light and heavy loads, and climbing stairs and ladders.

Summit Property Management is committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued and supported. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we strive to create an environment where they can thrive. Our core values of Care, Character, Capacity, and Comradery guide our work and help us to create a positive and productive workplace.

We are proud to uphold these values and believe they make Summit Property Management a great place to work.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

This job description is intended to be a comprehensive overview of the position but is not exhaustive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned by management. Summit Property Management is a team‑oriented organization, and we expect all employees to be willing to help wherever needed. We also reserve the right to change or amend this job description at any time.