Service Manager
Job Description
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Position Summary:
The Service Manager I coordinates the work of employees who repair and maintain buildings/facilities. Prepares work schedules, assigns work, and oversees the work product. May be involved in new construction or modification of existing properties. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. Responsible for maintaining adequate inventory of supplies for repairs and monthly maintenance budget monitoring. Exhibits strong commitment to the service needs of the internal and external customer. Represents the company in a professional and courteous manner.
Essential Job Functions:
Using independent judgment, completes maintenance employee schedules and communicates assignments to maintenance staff. Participates in the site staffing needs with the Community Manager. Assesses training needs of employees, provides input for needed training programs, coordinates and schedules appropriate training.
Responsible for safety and skill training for all maintenance employees. May assist with completing written property safety audits.
Responsible for daily property and grounds inspection to look for needed maintenance and liability hazards. Ensure all repairs / replacements are assigned and completed within company standards, including interior / exterior rehabilitation and construction projects. Assists with monitoring of resident satisfaction and ensures follow up on the results by property maintenance staff.
Understands and complies with Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) and all other safety requirements. Knowledge of federal, state, and local code and internal policies, initiatives and systems regarding maintenance.
Employs the knowledge of mechanical methods, practices, and tools in the inspection and repair of faults in a range of mechanical equipment/components. Inspects, maintains, installs, repairs, replaces, and cleans equipment. Includes sourcing and installing new equipment.
Assist in ensuring that established preventive maintenance programs are implemented, followed and documented per BH program guidelines.
Has a complete understanding and working knowledge of the company’s policies and procedures, and ensures team's understanding and compliance.
Responsible for the maintenance and security of all property-issued tools.
Shares on-call responsibilities, including inclement weather conditions, with the maintenance team. Responds to resident request per company standards.
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications/Skills:
Minimum of four years of progressive maintenance and safety experience
Up to 299 units in one community
Advanced computer skills and industry specific technology to coordinate and help respond to resident/management requests for the property.
Regularly performs manual, task-oriented work independently and prioritize tasks. Assigning tasks to team.
High School diploma - preferred
Required Certifications: EPA Core, Type I-Appliances, Type II-HAVC, Certified Pool Operator
Required to provide own (industry specific) hand tools.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday (work schedule may vary). Some overtime may be required and ability to work extended hours including “on-call” and/or participate in a rotating “on-call” schedule as needed to meet business needs.
Physical Requirements/Environment: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Lifting up to 50 pounds.
Full range of motion with upper and lower body. Continual movement including, but not limited to: standing, walking, bending, stooping, crawling, and climbing stairs.
Ability to work with both hands for frequent grasping and manipulation
Push or pull items and reaching overhead
Operation of a motor vehicle onsite, if applicable.
Exposure to all weather conditions.
What you can expect from us:
Competitive Compensation - Including performance-based bonuses that reward your contributions.
Comprehensive Benefits Package - Medical, dental, vision, parental leave, 401(k) with company match and more.
Generous Time Off – Enjoy PTO based on tenure, 13 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday.
Ongoing Learning and Development - Quarterly summits, town hall meetings and continuous training to support your professional growth.
A Culture that Celebrates You - We believe in collaboration, recognition and having fun while doing important work.
This summary is not an all-inclusive description of job duties. Other job duties and responsibilities may also be assigned by the incumbent’s supervisor at any time based upon Company need.
Employment with Progress Residential is conditional on a satisfactory background and drug screen.
Progress Residential is a proud Equal Opportunity employer, m/f/d/v.