About Us
Vita Residential is a growing, multi-state residential property management company with communities across Tennessee, Missouri, and Illinois. Our mission is simple: serve residents and investors by acquiring, developing, and operating exceptional apartment homes. Every day, we focus on helping our team members and residents live better lives.
About the Role
We're seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance operations at one of our apartment communities. This role oversees a maintenance team, ensures apartments and common areas are well-maintained and market-ready, and plays a key part in keeping residents safe, satisfied, and proud of where they live.
What You'll Do
Team & Budget Management
- Manage the maintenance team, including scheduling, training, and performance oversight
- Manage maintenance budgets, expenses, and work order reports
- Report maintenance issues affecting the budget — such as life safety concerns, vacant unit repairs, property damage, and common area needs — to the Community Director
Property & Unit Maintenance
- Oversee the team's preparation of market-ready apartments, including painting, carpet cleaning/repair, general repairs, and housekeeping
- Monitor timely completion of resident service requests
- Schedule and perform preventative maintenance, and maintain accurate records of all activity
- Oversee the team's care of grounds, pools, common areas, and dog parks to ensure they remain clean and free of hazards
- Perform on-call emergency procedures as required
Technical Expertise & Training
- Maintain working knowledge of plumbing, HVAC, pool maintenance, general carpentry, appliances, electrical systems, painting, caulking, snow removal, and life safety systems
- Train and mentor maintenance team members across all core maintenance functions
- Stay current on state, local, and federal housing laws, codes, and policies related to maintenance
- Attend required company and jurisdictional training programs, and provide training to team members as assigned
Professionalism
- Represent the company professionally at all times
- Perform other duties as assigned
What You'll Need
- Proven experience in a maintenance supervisor or lead maintenance role, ideally in multifamily/apartment communities
- EPA 608 Certification (minimum Type II) — required
- HVAC Certification — required
- CPO Certification — required if mandated by city or state
- Valid Driver's License
- Working knowledge of safe use of cleaning agents and maintenance equipment
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- Availability to work any shift Sunday–Saturday, including on-call emergency response, based on business needs
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly, and up to 75+ lbs occasionally with assistance
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb (ladders/stairs) for extended periods
- Ability to work in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold
- Manual dexterity to operate hand and power tools safely
- Ability to work in tight or confined spaces (crawl spaces, attics, mechanical rooms)
- Visual and hearing acuity sufficient to identify safety hazards and equipment malfunctions
- Ability to respond to on-call emergencies outside of normal business hours
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
- Bonus pay eligibility
- Ongoing certification and training support
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $36.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- What is your target compensation range?
- Do you have a Certified Pool Operators license?
Experience:
- Facilities maintenance: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- EPA Type II (Required)
- HVAC Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
