Downstreet is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to lead maintenance operations across our affordable housing portfolio and organizational facilities. This person will supervise staff and contractors, strengthen preventive maintenance, and ensure our buildings are safe, responsive, efficient, and compliant.
Lead, supervise, coach, and schedule facilities staff and foster an accountable, safety-focused team
Oversee work orders, unit turnovers, preventive maintenance, grounds, custodial, and seasonal operations
Set priorities and service standards; monitor response times, completion, quality, and resident impact
Coordinate inspections, emergency repairs, and after-hours response; keep life-safety and critical systems operational
Lead the modernization of our maintenance team’s use of technology to support excellence in communication with tenants and a workflow that results in maximized occupancy across our portfolio
Manage vendors and contracts, including bids, purchasing, invoices, and contractor performance
Develop facilities budgets and maintain tools, vehicles, equipment, and inventories
Partner with property and asset management on capital planning, rehabilitation, and development projects including supporting the coordinated handoff of newly developed properties from the development phase to property management operations
Ensure compliance with safety, fair housing, building, fire, environmental, and other requirements; maintain records
Communicate respectfully with residents and staff and represent Downstreet professionally
Five years of facilities, property maintenance, construction, or building operations experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong supervisory experience including overseeing a team and supporting prioritization and training.
Working knowledge of building systems, preventive maintenance, work-order systems, and safety practices
Experience with budgets, purchasing, projects, vendors, and competing priorities across multiple sites
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, set expectations, solve problems, and respond calmly in emergencies
Strong written and verbal communication, collaboration, and customer service skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and able to learn property management and work-order software
Commitment to equity and inclusion, social and economic justice, and safe, respectful homes for residents
Valid Vermont Driver's License and ability to travel regularly among Downstreet properties
Frequent travel and ability to access all sites, buildings, apartments, and facilities, including stairs and uneven surfaces
Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, and work indoors and outdoors in varied weather conditions
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and respond to occasional after-hours emergencies
$75,000 to $82,000 per year.
Downstreet also provides a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- 403(b) with company match up to 4.5%
- Healthcare insurance
- Dental insurance benefits
- Life insurance and long-term disability benefits
- Generous paid leave allowances (vacation, sick, and personal time)
- Short-term disability
Downstreet is strongest when we have a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We know that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, disability, or Veteran status are encouraged to apply.
Downstreet is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
