Maintenance Manager/Supervisor

At Brighton, we believe in operational excellence and cultural alignment. We don’t just maintain apartments — we create communities where residents feel at home and teams are proud to work. Our culture values being coachable, communicative, emotionally resilient, organized, and execution-focused. We expect every team member to take ownership, collaborate, and uphold the high standards that define Brighton properties.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing all physical aspects of the property, ensuring it is safe, functional, attractive, and well-maintained. This role combines leadership and hands-on work, requiring both strong technical skills and the ability to manage, train, and motivate a maintenance team.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, train, and schedule the maintenance team (including techs, porters, and vendors).
• Assign work orders, turns, and preventative maintenance tasks to team members and follow up to ensure completion.
• Model Brighton’s cultural values in daily leadership — accountability, teamwork, and consistency.

Maintenance Operations

• Ensure timely completion of all resident work orders with high-quality service.
• Oversee unit turns to meet leasing deadlines while maintaining standards of workmanship.
• Manage preventative maintenance programs for HVAC, appliances, plumbing, electrical, and building systems.
• Maintain curb appeal and property grounds at all times.

Vendor & Project Management

• Source, schedule, and supervise outside vendors when needed.
• Ensure vendors meet Brighton’s standards for quality and timeliness.
• Monitor project budgets, materials usage, and expenses.

Compliance & Safety

• Enforce all safety policies and procedures; maintain OSHA compliance.
• Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and inspected.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, warranties, and compliance reports.

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner with the Property Manager to prioritize work, manage resident expectations, and coordinate scheduling.
• Communicate openly and professionally with residents, team members, and leadership.
• Provide input during budgeting and capital planning processes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of multifamily maintenance experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory/lead role.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and appliance repair.
• EPA Certification (Type I/II) required; CPO preferred.
• Ability to lead a team and balance hands-on repair work with oversight.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must be coachable, resilient under pressure, and execution-driven.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Growth opportunities within a growing owner-operated company.
• A culture that values accountability, coaching, and excellence.
• The opportunity to make a direct impact on the success of the property and resident satisfaction.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person