MaintenanceManager

Preferred Apartment Communities combines expertise with a people-first approach, delivering consistent care and communities that feel like home. Our mission is to provide exceptional living experiences for our residents while building a workplace where our associates feel supported, inspired, and prepared to grow. Guided by the belief that we should always be better today than yesterday, we champion continuous improvement across every level of our organization. Through operational excellence, strategic partnerships, and a people-focused approach, we strive to be good neighbors to our residents, to each other, and to the communities we serve. Responsibilities * Oversees daily maintenance operations by completing and prioritizing work orders, managing emergency repairs, preparing vacant units, and performing preventative maintenance. * Maintains property functionality through organized shop management, inventory control, amenity‑area upkeep, and routine inspections across life‑safety systems, pools, elevators, and lighting. * Leads and supports maintenance staff by delegating service requests, evaluating technicians and groundskeepers, and assisting with property rehabilitation and QA inspections. * Coordinates contractor work by selecting vendors, monitoring performance, and ensuring projects meet quality and budget expectations. * Delivers strong resident service through professional communication, timely issue resolution, and support for community events and resident needs. * Handles supplemental property tasks including light cleaning when needed, distributing resident communications, and maintaining clean, orderly amenity and common areas. ## Qualifications Requirements: * Brings strong maintenance background with 3 years of hands‑on repair experience (apartment maintenance preferred) and 1–2 years of supervisory responsibility, supported by solid troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills. * Meets certification and licensing needs including a valid driver’s lice