Apartment Maintenance Supervisor- Battle Creek
About The Position
Bender Companies is seeking a highly motivated, experienced Apartment Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance operations at three apartment communities in Battle Creek. This hands-on leadership role is suited to someone who can balance daily operational needs with long-term maintenance planning in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. The position oversees service requests, unit turnovers, preventive maintenance, vendor relationships, and the maintenance team’s daily workflow, while ensuring the properties are maintained to high standards and resident concerns are addressed promptly and professionally. The supervisor works closely with the Property Manager to meet operational goals, improve maintenance processes, and maintain compliance with safety and building regulations. The position is on-site at the Battle Creek properties. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., although hours may vary; it also includes on-call duties and weekends as needed.
Requirements
- 2–3 years of residential maintenance experience, including team leadership or supervisory experience.
- Reliable transportation to get to work.
- Ability to lead and develop team members.
- Strong communication skills and ability to interact professionally with residents, vendors, and team members.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex tasks in a dynamic property environment.
- Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general maintenance practices.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with property management systems such as Yardi or AppFolio.
- EPA certification, an HVAC license, or other relevant credentials.
Responsibilities
- Create and implement a daily plan of action to maximize maintenance team productivity and prioritize tasks efficiently.
- Coordinate unit turns with vendors and contractors to ensure timely, high-quality apartment readiness.
- Oversee timely completion of service requests, work orders, and assigned maintenance tasks.
- Perform routine property inspections to identify and address maintenance issues proactively.
- Assist with preventive maintenance to extend the life of property systems and equipment.
- Ensure work complies with safety standards, building codes, and company policies.
- Order and manage maintenance supplies, ensuring materials are available and inventory costs are controlled.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, supplies, and vendor work.
- Deliver notices and communications to residents as directed by management.
- Participate in an on-call schedule for after-hours maintenance emergencies.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 90% employer-paid coverage of the base medical insurance plan.
- 75% employer-paid coverage of the base dental insurance plan.
- 75% employer-paid coverage of the vision insurance plan.
- 401(k) with company match.
- 11 paid holidays.
- Two weeks of annual PTO.
- 16 hours of personal time.
- Potential for career advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
