Regional Maintenance Manager

Venterra Realty•Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

Venterra Realty is a growing developer, owner, and operator of multifamily apartments with approximately 90 mixed-use and multifamily communities across 21 major US cities. Over 42,000 people and more than 18,000 pets call Venterra "home"! We are committed to improving the lives of our residents by delivering an industry-leading customer experience. Through the exceptional commitment and dedication of our approximately 900 team members, we’ve enjoyed tremendous growth and financial success over our 23-year history. We’re thrilled to be recognized as a leading workplace with numerous prestigious awards year after year! In 2024 alone, Great Place to Work’s annual employee survey led to various workplace recognitions including being named one of the 2024 FORTUNE© Best Medium Workplaces, ranking #1 in our size category on the 2024 Best Workplaces in Real Estate list, and being celebrated as one of People Magazine's 2024 PEOPLE® Companies that Care. Anonymous Venterra Glassdoor reviews have also resulted in our becoming a five-time Glassdoor Best Places to Work winner. Explore our communities at VenterraLiving.com, and visit Venterra.com to learn more about how we’re out-caring the competition by staying true to our value proposition: “We care more about renter experiences, which drives superior results.” If you are interested in being part of a dynamic company culture where you can apply your technical & leadership skills to find unique solutions to problems in a fast-paced environment, Venterra has an excellent property management career opportunity for you as a full-time Regional Maintenance Manager for the Oklahoma Region. We are looking for people who: • Have strong personal values and want to work for a values-based company • Are ambitious and hardworking with exceptionally high personal standards • Embrace problem-solving and learning new skills • Thrive in a rapidly changing and high-growth environment • Are passionate about driving continuous improvements and the use of technology with data to drive business results THE ROLE We are currently hiring a Regional Maintenance Manager to provide execution of capital, support, training, and direction to the Maintenance Managers and sites for the Savannah, Georgia & Jacksonville, Florida Regions. This role will appeal to you if you: • Have exceptionally high personal standards and want to work for a company committed to being the best • Have a passion for Customer Service • Have strong personal values and want to work for a values-based company • Love a rapidly changing and high-growth environment • Want to work for a company that goes to great lengths to create a positive working environment for their employees • Want to be held to a high standard and pushed towards excellence

Requirements

Must be open to residing or relocating to the greater Jacksonville, Florida area
Must have reliable transportation, a clean driving record, and be willing to travel as requested throughout the region(s)
Previous Multisite/Regional experience
Professionalism-Must have sharp business-related skills
Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook)
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Knowledge of general carpentry; building envelope and waterproofing; roof and gutter construction, and maintenance; asphalt repairs; etc.
Basic to intermediate electrical and plumbing
Driver’s license and valid automobile insurance

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of apartment maintenance is preferred, but not required
Industry-related licenses & certifications are considered a plus
Bachelor’s degree in related fields such as Engineering or Construction Science. (Degree can be offset by related experience

Responsibilities

Ensure all company maintenance policies and procedures are implemented and enforced within the region
Ensure that company standards for the performance of maintenance functions are consistently maintained in communities within the region
Ensures property inspection reports are conducted regularly on-site and reviews property reports monthly to understand what maintenance or service issues need to be resolved and what maintenance improvements need to be made
Ensure quality control checks of all final products (unit turns, PM, rehab, and capital).
Provide cost reduction recommendations. Monitor and manage budget maintenance and turnover expenditures and requirements within the region
Provide ongoing direction, guidance, and training to maintenance personnel and property management staff. Conduct monthly safety and maintenance training
Assist in recruiting, and interviewing maintenance personnel. Provide training for Maintenance Supervisors. Provide performance feedback to Regional Managers and RVP on Maintenance Supervisors
Evaluate, manage, and contract regional maintenance contractors to gain economies of scale and ensure contractors are meeting the requirements of their contracts
Provide accurate and timely documentation and reports as needed
Keep informed of and provide plans for the communities to accommodate changes in local, state, and federal code requirements as they relate to maintenance operations
Manage and participate in the due diligence process, including organizing and providing inspection equipment to the inspection team and managing due diligence reporting
Coordinate technical training such as HVAC, EPA, appliance repair
Perform audits on properties in the portfolio, including identifying major equipment specifications and updating the database of inventory