Area Maintenance Manager - Residential
Building and Land Technology, Jersey City, NJ, United States
Area Maintenance Manager - Residential (Jersey City, NJ)
Location: Jersey City, NJ
Property Type: Large-scale multifamily residential community (1,100+ units | multiple buildings)
About the Role
The Area Maintenance Manager is a senior, hands-on leadership role responsible for directing all maintenance operations for a large, multi-building residential community exceeding 1,100 units in Jersey City, NJ. This Area Maintenance Manager role requires a leader who has already operated at similar scale and can immediately oversee people, processes, and complex building systems in a high-demand environment.
This position is not a step-up or training role. The Area Maintenance Manager must bring proven experience leading maintenance teams, managing large-scale multifamily operations, and providing technical oversight for complex residential systems from day one.
Key Responsibilities of the Area Maintenance Manager
* Lead, supervise, schedule, and develop on-site maintenance teams supporting a high-density, multi-building residential community
* Oversee all day-to-day maintenance operations including work orders, preventive maintenance programs, unit turns, inspections, and emergency response
* Provide technical oversight and troubleshooting for complex building systems, including:
* HVAC systems (boilers, chillers, cooling towers, heat pumps, rooftop units)
* Plumbing systems (domestic water, hot water, waste, and storm systems)
* Electrical systems, generators, and emergency power systems
* Fire/life safety systems and building automation systems
* Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal safety, housing, and building regulations
* Manage vendor relationships, service contracts, and capital repair and preventive maintenance projects
* Partner closely with Property Management and Asset Management teams to support resident satisfaction and operational performance
* Track KPIs, manage maintenance budgets, control expenses, and support forecasting
* Respond to escalated maintenance issues and participate in on-call rotation as required
Required Experience & Core Competencies for the Area Maintenance Manager
To be successful in this Area Maintenance Manager role, candidates must demonstrate strength across all three areas below:
* People Leadership & Communication
* Proven experience leading and holding accountable maintenance teams at scale
* Strong communication skills with staff, vendors, residents, and internal stakeholders
* Large-Scale Multifamily Experience
* Direct responsibility for maintenance operations at a large multifamily residential community (strong preference for 700+ units or equivalent complexity)
* Experience operating in fast-paced, high-volume residential environments
* Technical Expertise
* Strong hands-on knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general building systems
* Ability to diagnose complex issues and provide technical guidance and oversight to on-site teams
Candidates lacking depth in any one of these areas are unlikely to be successful in this Area Maintenance Manager role.
Qualifications for the Area Maintenance Manager
* 8+ years of progressive experience in multifamily maintenance, including supervisory responsibility
* Prior experience overseeing maintenance operations at large residential or mixed-use properties
* 2+ years of hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing complex HVAC and mechanical systems, including water-source heat pumps and boiler systems.
* EPA Universal Certification (required)
* Must have or be willing to obtain Fire Safety Manager certificate
* Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
* Ability to lead in a demanding, resident-focused environment
Benefits Provided to the Position of Area Maintenance Manager
* Competitive Salary of $120,000-150,000 with potential for bonus
* Medical Insurance
* Dental Insurance
* Vision Plan
* 401k Plan
* Life Insurance
* Paid Vacation
* Paid Sick Leave
* Paid Holidays
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Housing Discount
BLT is an equal opportunity employer. Please note that this job description is intended to outline the general nature and key responsibilities of the role. It is not a comprehensive list, and duties may evolve over time based on business needs.
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Location: Jersey City, NJ
Property Type: Large-scale multifamily residential community (1,100+ units | multiple buildings)
About the Role
The Area Maintenance Manager is a senior, hands-on leadership role responsible for directing all maintenance operations for a large, multi-building residential community exceeding 1,100 units in Jersey City, NJ. This Area Maintenance Manager role requires a leader who has already operated at similar scale and can immediately oversee people, processes, and complex building systems in a high-demand environment.
This position is not a step-up or training role. The Area Maintenance Manager must bring proven experience leading maintenance teams, managing large-scale multifamily operations, and providing technical oversight for complex residential systems from day one.
Key Responsibilities of the Area Maintenance Manager
* Lead, supervise, schedule, and develop on-site maintenance teams supporting a high-density, multi-building residential community
* Oversee all day-to-day maintenance operations including work orders, preventive maintenance programs, unit turns, inspections, and emergency response
* Provide technical oversight and troubleshooting for complex building systems, including:
* HVAC systems (boilers, chillers, cooling towers, heat pumps, rooftop units)
* Plumbing systems (domestic water, hot water, waste, and storm systems)
* Electrical systems, generators, and emergency power systems
* Fire/life safety systems and building automation systems
* Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal safety, housing, and building regulations
* Manage vendor relationships, service contracts, and capital repair and preventive maintenance projects
* Partner closely with Property Management and Asset Management teams to support resident satisfaction and operational performance
* Track KPIs, manage maintenance budgets, control expenses, and support forecasting
* Respond to escalated maintenance issues and participate in on-call rotation as required
Required Experience & Core Competencies for the Area Maintenance Manager
To be successful in this Area Maintenance Manager role, candidates must demonstrate strength across all three areas below:
* People Leadership & Communication
* Proven experience leading and holding accountable maintenance teams at scale
* Strong communication skills with staff, vendors, residents, and internal stakeholders
* Large-Scale Multifamily Experience
* Direct responsibility for maintenance operations at a large multifamily residential community (strong preference for 700+ units or equivalent complexity)
* Experience operating in fast-paced, high-volume residential environments
* Technical Expertise
* Strong hands-on knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general building systems
* Ability to diagnose complex issues and provide technical guidance and oversight to on-site teams
Candidates lacking depth in any one of these areas are unlikely to be successful in this Area Maintenance Manager role.
Qualifications for the Area Maintenance Manager
* 8+ years of progressive experience in multifamily maintenance, including supervisory responsibility
* Prior experience overseeing maintenance operations at large residential or mixed-use properties
* 2+ years of hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing complex HVAC and mechanical systems, including water-source heat pumps and boiler systems.
* EPA Universal Certification (required)
* Must have or be willing to obtain Fire Safety Manager certificate
* Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
* Ability to lead in a demanding, resident-focused environment
Benefits Provided to the Position of Area Maintenance Manager
* Competitive Salary of $120,000-150,000 with potential for bonus
* Medical Insurance
* Dental Insurance
* Vision Plan
* 401k Plan
* Life Insurance
* Paid Vacation
* Paid Sick Leave
* Paid Holidays
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Housing Discount
BLT is an equal opportunity employer. Please note that this job description is intended to outline the general nature and key responsibilities of the role. It is not a comprehensive list, and duties may evolve over time based on business needs.
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