Maintenance Supervisor

Avanath • Cornelius, OR

5d

About The Position

The Maintenance Supervisor works alongside the Community Manager to oversee assigned staff and vendors and maintain the property. The role supports Avanath’s commitments to residents through quality move-ins, timely service, excellent curb appeal, and attentive customer service. The position calls for professionalism, positive engagement, and collaborative relationships with residents, staff, vendors, regulatory contacts, and social-service partners.

The supervisor coordinates and performs maintenance and repairs, manages preventive maintenance and inspections, oversees supplies and records, and helps ensure the community is safe, well-maintained, and compliant with applicable standards. Under the Community Manager’s direction, the supervisor trains, schedules, and monitors maintenance staff and supports their performance and development.

This is an essential-staff position. The employee is expected to report to work and follow safety and business protocols, including potentially during inclement weather. The role may involve travel to sister communities to provide maintenance support. Compensation is $25–$27 USD.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of multifamily property maintenance experience.
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience.
• Expertise in plumbing, HVAC, appliance repair, electrical work, and carpentry.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Very strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Solid interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Must be available for on-call and weekend work.

Nice To Haves

• HVAC certification.
• CPO certification.

Responsibilities

• Respond to residents and staff respectfully, address maintenance concerns, assign work orders efficiently, and follow up consistently.
• Complete work orders and routine upkeep by diagnosing problems and making repairs in accordance with policies, procedures, safety standards, and code requirements.
• Coordinate, schedule, and respond to maintenance requests and work orders.
• Ensure necessary repairs and replacements are completed in community common areas and units.
• Control expenses by repairing rather than replacing parts when possible and using materials, supplies, tools, and equipment appropriately.
• Inspect grounds, buildings, and other community features daily to identify and correct hazards or liability concerns.
• Manage and order maintenance supplies within budget guidelines.
• Maintain a preventive maintenance program, an organized and stocked maintenance shop, and hazard communications practices.
• Manage unit inspections and community key control.
• Maintain accurate records of service requests, safety standards, preventive maintenance, apartment make-ready status, and work in progress.
• Manage and participate in on-call community emergencies.
• Obtain vendor, supplier, and contractor bids or pricing and use property resources economically.
• Direct and monitor maintenance, construction, and rehabilitation work to ensure quality and timely completion.
• Establish and communicate immediate and long-term performance goals for team members.
• Set standards for the cleanliness and appearance of community grounds, amenities, buildings, units, and common areas.
• Under the Community Manager’s direction, supervise, train, and schedule maintenance staff; monitor daily progress and provide assistance and instruction.
• Provide input to the Community Manager on employee performance evaluations.
• Attend or conduct safety meetings, maintain current and accessible MSDS sheets, and keep current on OSHA and other safety requirements.
• Report equipment malfunctions, injuries, accidents, and safety issues; complete required safety training and report incidents promptly and accurately.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements, organizational standards, operational processes, company policies, Fair Housing, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and other applicable laws.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Personal time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Opportunities for learning and development through online training platforms, training classes, and one-on-one coaching.
• Growth opportunities and an emphasis on promoting from within.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed