Residential Maintenance Supervisor | Safety-Driven Team Lead

Gates Hudson; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gates Hudson is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee the physical integrity, safety, and maintenance operations of one of our residential communities. This role leads the maintenance team, implements preventative maintenance programs, and ensures regulatory compliance to protect long-term property value.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong technical knowledge, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to drive results through others.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of maintenance experience in residential property management.
• One to three years of supervisory experience.
• CFC Type II or Universal certification.
• Strong knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements.
• Hands-on leadership with a safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, supervise, and schedule maintenance staff.
• Ensure 24/7 emergency coverage in coordination with the Property Manager.
• Enforce uniform safety and performance standards.
• Maintain payroll records and scheduling documentation.
• Oversee service requests, repairs, and unit turns for quality and timeliness.
• Implement and manage preventative maintenance programs.
• Conduct inspections to ensure safety, curb appeal, and workmanship standards.
• Maintain logs, manuals, and reporting calendars.
• Manage inventory, tools, key control, and equipment tracking.
• Coordinate monthly water consumption readings and reporting.
• Manage contractor performance and adherence to contracts.
• Assist with prioritization and execution of capital improvement projects.

Job description

Gates Hudson is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee the physical integrity, safety, and maintenance operations of one of our residential communities. This role leads the maintenance team, implements preventative maintenance programs, and ensures regulatory compliance to protect long-term property value.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong technical knowledge, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to drive results through others.