Elme Communities · 1 day ago
Maintenance Manager ($2,000 Sign on Bonus)
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$30.85/hr - $59.71/hrElme Communities is dedicated to enhancing the living experience for renters and is seeking a Service Manager to join their team. The role involves leading maintenance operations, ensuring service excellence, and developing a high-performing team to maintain property standards.
CommunitiesReal EstateResidential
Responsibilities
Maintain and continuously elevate property operational and maintenance standards and service excellence
Ensure company standards are upheld through effective preventative maintenance programming and periodic property inspections
Assist with routine operations across the portfolio including staff coverage, ticket support, turn around support and renovation support
Work collaboratively with the property management team in communicating with all stakeholders and achieving operational goals
Partner with Community Manager and Regional Service Manager to contribute to the property budget and vendor management process
Collaborate with leadership team members on but limited to: maintenance projects, resident communications, maintenance and engineering best practices, competitive procurement
Coordinate with property management leadership on response for property emergencies
Be a positive role model and champion of company mission, vision and values
Support, motivate, and develop a high-performing team
Contribute to ongoing staff recruitment efforts and skill-building/learning initiatives
Ensure that policies, procedures, safety, and compliance expectations are met
Support and/or lead portfolio training efforts, including classes and mentorship
Ensure staff always operates within OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Act) standards and company safety policies
Qualification
Required
A proven track record of career progression in residential apartment maintenance, including leading maintenance teams
Well versed in all phases of HVAC and mechanical systems
Universal EPA/CFC Certification
Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance and life safety systems
Knowledge of MS Office (Excel and Word) required, as well as previous experience with industry specific management software, such as Yardi
Champions commitment to a culture of belonging through diversity, equity, inclusion & accessibility initiatives
Demonstrates resilience and commitment to deliver and be accountable for the results
Possess valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation
Exposure to sustainability and environmentally conscious operational building practices
Must be able to be on call and return to property 24/7 in the event of life safety incidents
Believes in the value of teamwork, understanding that we finish stronger together
Benefits
401(k) Matching
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Pet Insurance
Rent Discount
Company
Elme Communities
Elme Communities is a real estate firm that offers residential apartments and community services.
Founded in 1960
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.02BKey Investors
Goldman Sachs Bank USA
2025-11-12Post Ipo Debt· $520M
2024-07-11Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1984-07-27IPO
Leadership Team
Steven Freishtat
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Tiffany Butcher
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2026-01-06
2025-11-26
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