Traveling Maintenance Supervisor

DTN Management Company; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage

Competitive 401K package

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Ongoing Training and Mentorship

Job summary

DTN Management Company is seeking a Traveling Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance operations across Michigan. This role involves overseeing service teams, managing property budgets, and ensuring high upkeep standards for DTN communities.

Qualified candidates will have extensive maintenance experience and must possess HVAC knowledge, along with Universal EPA certification. A positive attitude and clear communication skills are essential for effective teamwork. This full-time position offers competitive benefits including health coverage and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience as a maintenance repair technician.
• Expert in repairing apartment building systems.
• HVAC knowledge and Universal EPA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support onsite service teams.
• Oversee maintenance and preventative maintenance of building systems.
• Maintain accurate records for all work orders and inspections.

Skills

Repairing apartment building systems

Plumbing

Electrical

HVAC

Carpentry

Good communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Trade school certificate

Tools

Basic tools for maintenance

Job description

Traveling Maintenance Supervisor

Reports to: Area Director

Company Overview

DTN is a 50 year old vertically integrated real estate firm based in Lansing, MI. We are one of Michigan’s largest and well respected construction, development and ownership companies of multifamily real estate properties. Through our development and operations team, DTN seeks to create and deliver unique experiences for those choosing a DTN home or apartment. As the Traveling Maintenance Supervisor you will influence and guide the experience for those that visit a DTN owned or managed community.

Job Summary

Our Service Department is dedicated to preserving the quality, appearance, and long‑term value of each DTN community. As a Traveling Maintenance Supervisor, you will provide leadership and hands‑on operational support across DTN's portfolio of communities throughout Michigan. This role will lead and partner with onsite teams to ensure exceptional service, maintain asset integrity, and uphold DTN's high standards during staffing transitions, special projects, lease‑ups, and periods of increased operational need. As the Traveling Maintenance Supervisor, you are not only a brand liaison but a DTN ambassador to both team members and the residents we serve. This position requires regular travel to communities throughout Michigan and offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across a diverse portfolio while representing the DTN brand with professionalism, collaboration, and respect.

Primary Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting onsite service teams
• Overseeing maintenance and preventative maintenance of all building systems
• Managing property maintenance budgets; negotiating contracts for goods, services, and capital projects
• Coaching, training, and creating accountability for service team members; completing resident work orders
• Maintaining exceptional community curb appeal/grounds/snow removal
• Ensuring all communities operate safely, efficiently, and in accordance with DTN standards
• Hire, train, evaluate, and appropriately discipline all direct reports
• Provide regular recommendations for property needs, including but not limited to capital replacements, deferred maintenance, system’s needs, and improvement to customer service related to the service department
• Schedule all repairs, move‑in turnover, capital projects to be completed pursuant to annual operating budget and/or need
• Plan and execute daily, weekly, and monthly strategy for maintaining customer service, work order completion, capital replacements, preventative maintenance, and site inspections
• Perform daily pool/spa inspections (in season) to ensure proper water chemistry and cleanliness of pool/spa area, and to ascertain needed repairs or improvements
• Comply with all established site safety and hazardous communication standards
• Service and maintain independently all building systems and building components including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, drywall installation and repair, HVAC systems and appliances
• Maintain accurate records for all work orders, preventative maintenance and site inspections
• Demonstrate leadership in all interactions and in performance of essential job duties
• Abide by all local, state and federal Fair Housing guidelines
• Maintain confidentiality of co‑workers, management, owners, past and current residents, vendors, and all outside contacts

Core Candidate Qualities

• High school diploma and/or equivalent work experience
• 4+ years’ experience as a maintenance repair technician, building contractor and/or trade school certificate of completion
• Expert in repairing apartment building systems and maintenance to all components including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC and appliances demonstrated through passing maintenance application testing
• HVAC knowledge and Universal EPA certification required
• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Positive attitude and good verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with residents, coworkers, supervisors, and vendors
• Reliable transportation to get to work and respond to on‑call emergencies
• The ability to exert 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds consistently
• Availability to respond to after‑hours emergencies and on‑call work orders
• Basic tools required for maintenance
• Language skills: Ability to read and interpret directions, manuals, instructions and company documents
• Proficient with the use of electronic devices including tablets and computers, including Microsoft Windows and Office products

Benefits

• Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
• Competitive 401K package
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 8 Hours Paid Annual Volunteer Time
• Education Reimbursement
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Rental Discount at Select DTN Properties
• Ongoing Training, Mentorship and Job Shadowing
• Growth Opportunity

Expected Schedule

Monday – Friday (8:30AM - 5:30PM) - Weekends and on call may be required based on business needs and during student housing changeover.

For more information, please visit www.dtnmgt.com