Area Facilities Manager
About The Position
Area Facilities Manager – Affordable Housing | New Jersey + Pennsylvania Lead Regional Maintenance Excellence Across Communities At Conifer Realty, being an Area Facilities Manager means leading with purpose — overseeing maintenance operations across multiple affordable housing communities while ensuring every property reflects safety, quality, and pride. You’ll work closely with our Regional Facilities Manager and Property Management leadership to maintain Conifer’s high standards and make a meaningful impact across your assigned region. If you’re a proven maintenance leader who values teamwork, compliance, and continuous improvement, this is your next career home.
Requirements
- 5–7 years of experience in multifamily or affordable housing maintenance or facilities management.
- 3+ years of leadership experience overseeing maintenance or technical teams.
- Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building systems.
- Familiarity with HUD, REAC, NSPIRE, and LIHTC inspection standards.
- Project management and vendor coordination experience.
- Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Teams, and CMMS systems.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel regularly within the region.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Work schedules may include Saturdays, based on property performance needs such as occupancy levels, leasing activity, and rent collections.
- When required, weekend coverage will be scheduled on a rotating basis and aligned with business priorities.
- Employees are expected to support leasing efforts, resident engagement, and rent collection activities during scheduled weekend hours.
- Work schedules are subject to change based on business needs and property performance.
Nice To Haves
- Degree or trade certifications (HVAC, EPA, OSHA, CAMT, IFMA/BOMA) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily maintenance operations across multiple affordable housing communities.
- Ensure readiness for HUD, NSPIRE, REAC, and LIHTC inspections.
- Support site maintenance teams through training, coaching, and leadership development.
- Work with Property Management, Regional Facilities, and Asset Management to align maintenance operations with budget, compliance, and capital goals.
- Track KPIs, preventive maintenance, and unit turn performance to ensure continuous improvement.
- Champion OSHA standards and ensure consistent safety culture across all maintenance operations.
- Identify technologies and strategies that improve efficiency, sustainability, and asset longevity.
Benefits
- 13 paid holidays
- 15 days PTO
- two volunteer days
- 6 weeks of fully paid parental leave
- Medical, dental, vision, HSA & flex accounts
- Retirement plans with company match
- Incentive-driven wellness program - earn quarterly HSA contributions by participating in wellness initiatives.
- Company-paid life, short- & long-term disability insurance
- Ongoing training, certifications, and growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
