Maintenance Manager (Live-In)

About the role

We are seeking a highly organized, hands-on Live-In Maintenance Supervisor responsible for apartment renovations, unit turns, and operational coordination for a property located in Hackensack, NJ. This is a working, field-based role. This is not a supervisory-only position. The candidate is expected to actively perform skilled maintenance and turn work daily while managing vendors, inventory, and strict completion timelines.

Responsibilities

Apartment Renovations & Unit Turns

This position is directly responsible for both coordinating renovations and performing the physical work required to complete unit turns.

• Perform all turn work in newly vacated apartments, including: Electrical (switches, outlets, light fixtures, smoke detectors, minor troubleshooting); Plumbing (faucets, shut-offs, toilets, traps, leak repair); Fixture installation (vanities, medicine cabinets, hardware, appliances); Door hardware installation and adjustment; Drywall repair, patching, and caulking; Punch list completion and light cleaning as needed
• Inspect vacated units to determine full scope of work
• Develop and execute detailed punch lists for each apartment
• Coordinate and oversee contractors for larger renovation scopes
• Conduct periodic inspections to monitor contractor progress and identify potential change orders
• Order materials for renovations and unit turns
• Receive, log, and properly store all renovation and turn materials
• Maintain a clean, organized renovation inventory system
• Schedule painters, flooring vendors, and cleaners as needed
• Conduct final inspections prior to unit delivery
• Ensure all apartments are completed on time and rent-ready

Inspections & Leasing Coordination

• Perform pre-move and post-move inspections
• Coordinate with property management to maintain vacancy timelines
• Inspect completed units to ensure quality standards are met
• Support leasing schedule by meeting strict turnover deadlines

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