Service Manager: Lead Maintenance Team, Training & Stock

Independence-Realty-Trust-2; Cordova (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid training

Commissions

Stock awards

401(k) with company match

Job summary

IRT Living, a part of Independence-Realty-Trust, is seeking a Service Manager to oversee a skilled maintenance team across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and related trades. You will coordinate with Community and Regional Managers to implement maintenance strategies and drive resident satisfaction.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, scheduling, and budget-conscious service delivery, with company-paid training in Tampa, FL and strong growth opportunities within a best-in-class operator.

Qualifications

• EPA Type I and II certifications required; CPO preferred.
• Physically able to lift up to 45 lbs regularly and up to 80 lbs occasionally; push/pull up to 200 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must attend a company-paid, multi-day, out-of-state training within 2 weeks of start date.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Community and Regional Managers on maintenance strategies and initiatives.
• Lead, train, and support the service team to ensure top performance.
• Prioritize and delegate work orders for timely, efficient completion.
• Set the standard by assisting with troubleshooting and service requests.
• Ensure budget compliance while delivering exceptional service and resident satisfaction.

Skills

EPA Type I certification

EPA Type II certification

CPO certification

Customer service

Valid driver’s license

Job description

IRT Living, a part of Independence-Realty-Trust, is seeking a Service Manager to oversee a skilled maintenance team across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and related trades. You will coordinate with Community and Regional Managers to implement maintenance strategies and drive resident satisfaction.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, scheduling, and budget-conscious service delivery, with company-paid training in Tampa, FL and strong growth opportunities within a best-in-class operator.