Maintenance Operations Manager

Brookfield Properties•San Diego, CA

2d•$90,000 - $125,895

About The Position

The Maintenance Operations Manager supervises and leads a team responsible for mechanical maintenance, grounds keeping, interior and exterior maintenance, custodial, housekeeping, and food court activities at mixed-use and/or multifamily residential properties. The role oversees daily operations to ensure equipment and facilities are maintained, repaired, and serviced promptly and efficiently within budget constraints. It also involves troubleshooting complex maintenance problems, coordinating contractors and vendors, addressing tenant and resident needs, scheduling repairs and preventive maintenance, and managing the property’s maintenance budget. The position requires a high school diploma or GED. A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline is preferred. Required experience is 5–7 years in office building, shopping center, or multi-unit residential maintenance. Required skills include Onesite, Microsoft Office, knowledge of fair housing laws, leadership and supervisory skills, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-moving environment. Landlord/tenant knowledge is preferred. Computer and smartphone literacy and clear, effective communication in English are required; multilingual skills are a plus. EPA/HVAC certification and a valid driver’s license are required, while Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician certification is preferred. Compensation is commensurate with experience, with a stated annual range of $90,000–$125,895. Benefits include a full benefits package, vacation/PTO, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, bonus or commission programs, education assistance, and associate housing discounts.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED in general studies.
5–7 years of experience in an office building, shopping center, or multi-unit residential maintenance function.
Onesite skills.
Microsoft Office skills.
Knowledge of fair housing laws.
Leadership and supervisory skills.
Ability to prioritize in a fast-moving environment.
Computer and smartphone literacy.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, verbally and in writing, for work-related responsibilities.
EPA/HVAC certification.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate (bachelor's) degree in engineering or a related discipline.
Landlord/tenant knowledge.
Multilingual skills.
Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician certification.

Responsibilities

Supervise mechanical maintenance, grounds keeping, interior and exterior maintenance, custodial, housekeeping, and/or food court employees; hire, train, schedule, and discipline employees; oversee and review their work; conduct performance appraisals and recommend pay changes.
Oversee day-to-day maintenance, grounds keeping, custodial, housekeeping, and food court functions to ensure prompt, efficient maintenance, repair, and servicing of equipment and facilities within budget constraints.
Troubleshoot complex maintenance problems, develop solutions, and perform complex maintenance duties as necessary.
Coordinate with contractors and vendors; write specifications, secure bids, research and evaluate products and procedures, solicit bids, negotiate for goods and services, and hold vendors accountable for quality, billing accuracy, and compliance with property policies and procedures.
Interface with tenants and/or residents regarding maintenance and housekeeping needs.
Establish schedules for repairs and preventive maintenance and ensure they are followed.
Prepare recommendations for the annual maintenance budget, implement the approved budget, and keep property operations within budget guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.