Apartment Maintenance Manager

Fairstead ESC LLC
Covington, TN
On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to hands-on professionals with technical trade expertise working in affordable housing property management.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with at least three years of property maintenance experience and supervisory readiness
    — “Three (3) years experience in property maintenance.”
  • Individuals who can lead and manage teams while executing skilled maintenance tasks
    — “Supervision of other maintenance employees.”
  • Professionals comfortable with both traditional building trades and digital tools for efficiency
    — “Knowledge and experience using a variety of tools and equipment to complete tasks.”

Things to consider

  • Overtime may be required for special projects or emergencies, impacting work-life balance
    — “Occasional need to work overtime for special projects or emergencies.”
  • The role demands a balance of technical trade proficiency and management capabilities
    — “Proficient in a specific trade with general maintenance and repair skills.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight specific trade skills and successful maintenance project leadership in your resume
    — “Taking a leadership position on special projects.”
  • Demonstrate experience with implementing maintenance policies and procedures
    — “Able to implement and improve policies and procedures.”
  • Showcase familiarity with Yardi Software and Microsoft Office Suite in your application materials
    — “Being knowledgeable in Yardi Software a plus.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • supervise maintenance employees
  • perform maintenance tasks
  • implement and improve policies
  • manage projects
Typical background
three years experience in property maintenanceknowledge of building and mechanical tradesproficient in a specific trade

Skills & requirements

Required

Property MaintenanceSupervisionProject ManagementSafety PrecautionsTools And EquipmentOrganization

Preferred

Yardi Software

Stack & domain

Property MaintenanceMechanical SystemsElectrical EquipmentSafety PrecautionsYardi SoftwareLeadershipProject ManagementCommunicationTeamworkReal EstateProperty ManagementAffordable Housing

About the role

Original posting from Fairstead ESC LLC via Greenhouse

Fairstead is a purpose-driven real estate firm dedicated to building affordable communities across the country. Headquartered in New York, with offices in Colorado, Florida, and Washington DC, Fairstead owns and manages a portfolio of more than 30,000 apartments, including pipeline, across 28 states. As an integrated owner, operator, and innovator, Fairstead brings development, construction, and property management under one unified platform to deliver high-quality affordable housing that serves our residents at scale.

At Fairstead, we believe affordable housing should be thoughtfully designed, professionally managed, and responsibly operated. We seek to create and preserve housing that serves residents while delivering long-term value to communities, partners, and stakeholders.

Fairstead challenges industry norms through our tech-forward, entrepreneurial approach to affordable housing. In addition to core real estate capabilities, we operate innovative service lines designed to improve resident outcomes, strengthen communities, and drive operational efficiency. We embrace digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, and emerging technologies, including AI, to build scalable systems that support sustainable growth, grounded in a culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, partnership, dedication, and integrity.

The Service Manager manages and supervises the repair and maintenance of property buildings. They ensure the timely installation of mechanical equipment and upkeep of Fairstead’s property to ensure operational effectiveness. The Service Manager oversees operational efficiency of all electrical equipment and mechanical systems through inspection and repair and ensure that property’s premises and facilities are kept clean and hygienic in alignment with Fairstead safety policies and standards. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Supervision of other maintenance employees. 

Taking a leadership position on special projects. 

Perform a variety of skilled maintenance and repair tasks.  

Strong knowledge of accident and safety precautions.  

Proficient in a specific trade with general maintenance and repair skills. 

Work independently on routine projects and receive assistance for more complex projects. 

Occasional need to work overtime for special projects or emergencies. 

BENEFITS: 

Generous employer contribution for Medical and Dental through United Healthcare. 

Employer Paid Vision Plans. 

Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan: 100% of the first 3%; 50% of the next 2%. 

12+ paid Holidays. 

15 days of PTO. 

7 Sick days. 

Employer Paid Life Insurance. 

Flexible Spending Account. 

Nationwide Pet Insurance. 

Disability Insurance. 

Laser Correction Discount. 

Employee Discounts on appliances, apparel, and more. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Three (3) years experience in property maintenance. 

Proficient in a specific trade with general maintenance and repair skills. 

Knowledge of tools, techniques, and terminology of building and mechanical trades. 

Strong knowledge of accident and safety precautions.  

Knowledge and experience using a variety of tools and equipment to complete tasks.  

Great organization and project management skills. 

Able to implement and improve policies and procedures. 

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. 

Being knowledgeable in Yardi Software a plus. 

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Diversity in backgrounds and experiences is key to Fairstead’s success. Being an equal opportunity employer is a central tenet of our philosophy that shapes who we are and the communities we serve. Our goal is to ensure competitive total compensation that is commensurate with experience, location, and other market benchmarks. 

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Source: Fairstead ESC LLC careers (Greenhouse)

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