Residential Maintenance Manager: Live-in Options, Multisite

Planned Companies; Mays Landing (NJ); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodations available

Job summary

The Maintenance Manager at Planned Companies oversees maintenance operations for residential and multifamily properties across Galloway and Mays Landing, NJ, ensuring safety, function, and high resident satisfaction. You will lead the on-site maintenance team, coordinate preventative and corrective work, manage vendors, and support property leadership.

The role requires 3+ years in maintenance leadership, strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and boilers, plus experience with work

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance leadership in residential or multifamily properties.
• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, boilers).
• Experience managing maintenance teams and third-party vendors.
• Ability to read work orders, technical manuals, and building plans.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Able to troubleshoot maintenance issues efficiently.
• Proficient with work order systems and basic computer apps.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and emergencies.
• Valid driver’s license; HVAC certification preferred (EPA Universal a plus).

Responsibilities

• Lead, schedule, and supervise on-site maintenance technicians and porters
• Oversee daily maintenance operations, work orders, and service requests
• Ensure timely response to routine, urgent, and emergency maintenance issues
• Implement and manage preventative maintenance programs for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, boilers, and mechanical systems
• Conduct regular inspections of apartments, common areas, roofs, and building exteriors
• Coordinate and oversee outside vendors and contractors, including obtaining quotes, scheduling work, and inspecting completed work for quality and compliance
• Monitor inventory of tools, parts, and supplies; place orders as needed
• Ensure compliance with local codes, safety regulations, and company standards
• Respond to after-hours emergencies and participate in an on-call rotation
• Track maintenance metrics, productivity, and labor hours
• Support capital projects, renovations, unit turns, and property upgrades
• Communicate effectively with property management, residents, and vendors
• Maintain accurate documentation for inspections, repairs, and compliance records
• Assist with hiring, training, and performance management of maintenance staff

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Vendor management

Strong communication

Team supervision

Reading manuals

Education

EPA Universal HVAC certification

Tools

Work order systems

Job description

The Maintenance Manager at Planned Companies oversees maintenance operations for residential and multifamily properties across Galloway and Mays Landing, NJ, ensuring safety, function, and high resident satisfaction. You will lead the on-site maintenance team, coordinate preventative and corrective work, manage vendors, and support property leadership.

The role requires 3+ years in maintenance leadership, strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and boilers, plus experience with work