Regional Area Maintenance Manager Assistant

CONAM Management Corporation•Carlsbad, CA

10d•$75,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

CONAM Management is seeking a hands-on Assistant Regional Area Maintenance Manager to support maintenance operations across assigned communities in the SoCal Conventional Region. Based in Carlsbad, California, the position assists with inspections, preventative maintenance, vendor coordination, service productivity, staffing, training, compliance monitoring, and site-level repairs. The goal is to ensure properties meet company standards for quality, safety, and curb appeal while maintaining efficient operations and reducing vendor costs. This is a full-time position with full benefits. The stated pay range is $75,000–$80,000 per year. The role requires local driving for property-management maintenance business purposes and participation in an on-call rotation for apartment maintenance emergencies. Employment is contingent on passing a background check, employment verification, pre-employment physical, and drug screening, and having a valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Requirements

At least 2–3 years of hands-on related experience in apartment maintenance.
At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory role.
Experience in the building construction and/or maintenance field.
Knowledge of building trades such as electricity, carpentry, and plumbing.
Ability to provide regular guidance to employees and contractors to support a high-performance team in a high-touch customer-service environment.
Ability to manage and track life-safety systems, including fire panels, sprinklers, and extinguishers, for each site.
Ability to handle tools and power equipment, including drills, saws, grinders, electrical testers, HVAC systems, and plumbing tools.
Proficiency in plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC, appliance repair, and general carpentry.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities to assess and resolve maintenance issues with minimal disruption to residents.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with residents, team members, and vendors.
Customer-focused approach and commitment to providing exceptional resident service.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule and participate in an on-call rotation for maintenance emergencies.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Valid driver's license and proof of automobile liability insurance coverage.
Ability to pass a background check, employment verification, pre-employment physical, and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is strongly preferred.
Industry-related education and certifications are encouraged.

Responsibilities

Assist in monitoring the quality and quantity of market-ready units and turnover work to meet company standards.
Support property inspections and ensure cleanliness, curb appeal, and maintenance standards are maintained.
Observe and report property appearance issues and assist with corrective actions.
Help track and verify semi-annual smoke detector inspections and AC filter replacements, maintaining documentation.
Monitor maintenance service requests and inspection schedules, and ensure deficiencies are addressed.
Support semi-annual property visits and ensure two annual interior inspections per community using CONAM inspection standards.
Assist with reviewing resumes, interviewing candidates, and providing hiring recommendations.
Support scheduling and prioritization of Roving Maintenance Technicians when assigned.
Provide input and support for performance coaching, corrective actions, and maintenance staff productivity improvement.
Assist with training associates on CONAM policies, procedures, standards, and job performance requirements.
Help coordinate and conduct maintenance training and encourage industry-related education and certifications.
Identify maintenance staff skill gaps and recommend training programs or certification opportunities.
Support vendor bidding processes and provide vendor recommendations when requested.
Assist with annual re-bidding, vendor pricing reviews, and development of the regional vendor guide.
Monitor vendor performance and gather feedback from community teams about service quality and responsiveness.
Support enforcement of safety regulations and proper use of safety equipment.
Ensure Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are available and safety practices are followed.
Communicate compliance requirements and report safety deficiencies to leadership.
Assist in monitoring compliance with CONAM key control policy.
Perform site-level repairs, including plumbing, carpentry, and water heater installation, as needed to reduce vendor costs.
Drive locally for business purposes related to property-management maintenance.
Complete additional duties as assigned.
Manage and track life-safety systems, including fire panels, sprinklers, and extinguishers, for each site.
Participate in an on-call rotation to handle apartment maintenance emergencies.