Assistant Maintenance Supervisor | Camden Fairfax Corner/Dulles Station

Job Summary

Camden’s Assistant Maintenance Supervisors are experienced in the maintenance of multifamily communities and are dedicated to creating lasting impressions for residents by anticipating needs and exceeding expectations. The Assistant Maintenance Supervisor assists the Maintenance Supervisor in overseeing overall community maintenance, including repairs, the make‑ready process, and preventative maintenance.

Essential Functions

• Assist the Maintenance Supervisor in supervising and scheduling maintenance activities, such as make‑readies and service requests.
• Monitor and prioritize service requests and tasks, identify and expedite emergencies, and ensure timely, efficient completion of work throughout the day.
• Perform preventative maintenance on community and apartment appliances and equipment.
• Prepare vacant apartments for move‑in, completing necessary repairs or replacements.
• Manage the make‑ready process by walking vacant apartments after move‑out, determining needs, communicating with vendors, monitoring progress, and notifying the Community Manager when complete.
• Monitor repeatedly occurring repairs, work with the team to determine cause and corrective action.
• Respond to and complete service requests, repairing and replacing appliances, plumbing, HVAC, heating, electrical systems, etc.
• Maintain community appearance by replacing lightbulbs, removing trash and litter, painting, and performing repairs.
• Accurately complete records in OneSite regarding service requests, preventative maintenance, and make‑ready of vacant apartments.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with residents, guests, and vendors.
• Identify safety hazards or maintenance needs and correct them or report them to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Assist in training and developing the community’s maintenance staff.
• Help maintain adequate inventory of supplies for repairs.
• Assist with grounds keeping, pool maintenance, housekeeping, distribution of notices, apartment inspections, and other tasks as needed.
• Maintain overall organization and cleanliness of work areas and maintenance shops.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; some college or trade school preferred.
• At least 1 year of general maintenance experience, with a minimum of 6 months in apartment maintenance.
• EPA certification Type I, Type II, or Universal required; CPO certification preferred.
• Ability to perform tile work, carpentry repairs, and all facets of the apartment make‑ready process.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment, plumbing systems, electronic systems, major appliances, pool and spa equipment, and other community systems.
• Certified Apartment Service Technician (CAMT) preferred.
• Required certifications/permits as mandated by city or state.
• Dependable transportation and ability to accommodate a rotating on‑call schedule; valid driver’s license required for communities using Low Speed Vehicles.
• Ability to work a varied schedule, including weekends and holidays, as required.
• Physical ability to stand, bend, crouch, push/pull, climb ladders/stairs, walk on rooftops, and lift/move/carry materials or equipment up to 50 lb (heavier items with dolly/buddy system).
• Manual dexterity for operating small‑motorized equipment; normal hearing, vision, color discrimination, and depth perception.
• Willingness to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and work in outdoor conditions (heat, cold, damp, rain).
• Intermediate English reading and writing skills for diagrams, meters, instructions, etc.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to provide public contact.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential.

Schedule

This position requires a varied schedule that may include weekends, holidays, and a rotating on‑call rotation.

Compensation

The hourly pay range for this role is $30 – $32. Actual compensation may vary based on education, qualifications, certifications, experience, geographic location, shift, and travel requirements. Non‑manager employees may be eligible for leasing incentives and a discretionary annual bonus. Non‑exempt employees are eligible for overtime. Maintenance Supervisors may receive a discretionary quarterly bonus based on individual contribution and community performance.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Employee share purchase plan
• Eligibility varies by full‑time, part‑time, or temporary status