Regional Maintenance Manager

ResidentialONE•Columbia, MD

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Regional Maintenance Manager is responsible for improving the effectiveness and efficiencies of all maintenance departments within the region and participates in maintenance systems companywide. This role involves performing property audits, establishing follow-up schedules, improving maintenance department performance, and developing maintenance staff through leadership, training, and mentoring. The manager will also coordinate renovations, implement and monitor preventive maintenance programs, evaluate purchasing and training needs, and ensure compliance with policies and regulations. Additionally, this role focuses on cost control, vendor management, technical training, budget development, and assisting with recruiting and interviewing maintenance positions.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Minimum of five years’ experience as on-site Service Manager or equivalent; preferably with multi-site experience.
Experience in all phases of electrical, HVAC, boilers, chillers, EMS systems, appliance, turnkey, preventive maintenance, and repairs are required.
Excellent skills in the management and motivation of people.
Ability to instruct firsthand/classroom/individual training in all related technical fields.
Ability to deal well with residents and vendors, contractors.
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
Excellent technical skills in all aspects of apartment maintenance, including but not limited to HVAC (central power plant and split central), plumbing, electrical (single and three phase), appliances, carpentry, roofing, and preventive maintenance.
Strong administrative and organizational skills.
Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize wisely.
Professional image.
Ability to train classroom and vocational environments in all levels of maintenance.
Strong customer service orientation.
Computer skills, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
A valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance is required.
Individuals must furnish their own vehicle to fulfill all the job’s functions.

Nice To Haves

Technical or trade school preferred.
Experience in high rise or mid-rise properties with central power plant heating, cooling, and distribution systems, as well as licensing for the operation of low-pressure boilers, chillers, and central power plant systems are a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform bi-annual property audits on all properties within region and report findings.
Improve the effectiveness and efficiencies of all maintenance departments within the region and participate in maintenance systems nationwide.
Improve bench strength for all maintenance positions through excellent leadership, training, inspections, and mentoring.
Work with Facilities Management staff to participate in renovation coordination.
Develop and implement thorough preventive maintenance program and monitor its tracking system.
Implement, monitor, and track Gables Preventive Maintenance program for all properties in the region.
Evaluate significant maintenance trends for purchasing and training.
Evaluate key policy compliance and monitor key control policies throughout region.
Make written recommendations as to conditions and compliance issues.
Implement and monitor maintenance policies, EPA, OSHA and Hazcom regulations and requirements.
Coordinate Power Buying program with vendors and on-site associates.
Obtain new vendors and bids as needed to ensure best practices and pricing for region.
Track compliance and make recommendations accordingly.
Analyze cost control evaluations, inventory management, and work order trends.
Develop and implement cost savings or value-added services, products, and services.
Coordinate technical training that meets the needs of the maintenance associates and provide classroom instruction as required.
Assist and support Service Managers with resources, training, policies, and information.
Assist the Maintenance Director and the Regional Managers in the development of annual budgets regarding maintenance items, preventive maintenance budgets, and other related expenses.
Assist in the maintenance and operation of equipment used on site (e.g., sub meters, access gates, alarms).
Provide monthly correspondence to Director of Facilities Management and Regional Managers summarizing status of projects and related items.
Make recommendations to improve on safety/liability policies and practices.
Communicate with Director of Facilities Management and Regional Managers as to the status of property issues and needed improvements.
Assist Regional Managers, Community Managers and Service Managers in troubleshooting equipment/situations/warranty issues.
Provide direct assistance as needed to facilitate repairs.
Provide technical support and research as needed to assist in troubleshooting.
Assist in recruiting for all maintenance positions.
Provide final interview of all Service Managers.
Assist Facilities Management, Regional Managers, Community Managers and Service Managers in the bidding/estimating of small capital items and operational issues.
Review bids; establish scope of work and/or bid packages accordingly.
Provide onsite supervision as needed on small capital projects/repairs.
Perform all other duties assigned.