Area Maintenance Manager - Residential

Area Maintenance Manager – Residential (Jersey City, NJ)Location: Jersey City, NJProperty Type: Large-scale multifamily residential community (1,100+ units | multiple buildings)About The RoleThe 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 ManagerLead, supervise, schedule, and develop on-site maintenance teams supporting a high-density, multi-building residential communityOversee all day-to-day maintenance operations including work orders, preventive maintenance programs, unit turns, inspections, and emergency responseProvide 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 systemsFire/life safety systems and building automation systemsEnsure compliance with all local, state, and federal safety, housing, and building regulationsManage vendor relationships, service contracts, and capital repair and preventive maintenance projectsPartner closely with Property Management and Asset Management teams to support resident satisfaction and operational performanceTrack KPIs, manage maintenance budgets, control expenses, and support forecastingRespond to escalated maintenance issues and participate in on-call rotation as requiredRequired Experience & Core Competencies for the Area Maintenance ManagerTo be successful in this Area Maintenance Manager role, candidates must demonstrate strength across all three areas below:People Leadership & CommunicationProven experience leading and holding accountable maintenance teams at scaleStrong communication skills with staff, vendors, residents, and internal stakeholdersLarge-Scale Multifamily ExperienceDirect 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 environmentsTechnical ExpertiseStrong hands-on knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general building systemsAbility to diagnose complex issues and provide technical guidance and oversight to on-site teamsCandidates lacking depth in any one of these areas are unlikely to be successful in this Area Maintenance Manager role.Qualifications For The Area Maintenance Manager8+ years of progressive experience in multifamily maintenance, including supervisory responsibilityPrior experience overseeing maintenance operations at large residential or mixed-use properties2+ 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 certificateStrong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skillsAbility to lead in a demanding, resident-focused environmentBenefits Provided to the Position of Area Maintenance ManagerCompetitive Salary of $120,000-150,000 with potential for bonusMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Plan401k PlanLife InsurancePaid VacationPaid Sick LeavePaid HolidaysTuition ReimbursementHousing DiscountBLT 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.PM21ShareApply for this positionRequired*First Name*Last Name*Email Address*Phone*Address*Resume*We've received your resume. Click here to update it.Attach resume or Paste resumeAttach resume as .pdf, .doc, .docx, .odt, .txt, or .rtf (limit 5MB) or Paste resumePaste your resume here or Attach resume fileWhat's your citizenship / employment eligibility?* No answerI am a U.S. Citizen/Permanent ResidentNon-citizen allowed to work for any employerNon-citizen allowed to work for current employerNon-citizen seeking work authorizationI am a Canadian Citizen/Permanent ResidentOtherDesired salary*Do you have experience working in large-scale (500+ units), multifamily complexes?* -- No answer --YesNoHuman Check*Submit Application