Assistant Maintenance Manager

Location: Arlington, VA

Job Overview

The Assistant Maintenance Manager is responsible for helping the operational management, daily leadership, and administration of the engineering team with the objectives of safely, efficiently, and effectively operating machinery and systems in a cost-effective manner. They ensure the highest level of professionalism, while meeting the clients’ needs, and a commitment to achieving the goal of 100% uptime throughout the engineering team.

Responsibilities

Provide Class “A” customer service – Building a good rapport with residents and going above and beyond whenever possible

Protect and assist in improving the value of the client’s assets

Assist with overseeing Maintenance Technicians assigned to the property, assign work orders, schedule apartment turnovers

Coordinate vendors and contractors in Maintenance Manager’s absence

Perform PM on apartments and building equipment

Perform repairs, maintenance, and cleaning of property both interior and exterior

Perform emergency on-call service in a rotation order

Perform electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, masonry and appliance repairs

Repair and treat structures such as showers, sinks, appliances, doors/cabinets, walls and building exteriors

Make units ready for new move‐ins

Maintain, repair and replace HVAC systems

Complete grounds work such as grounds pick up, sweeping and light landscaping, as necessary

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

EPA 608/CFC Certification required

High School Diploma or equivalent

Current Driver's License

Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems in multi-family housing and mid to large size facility operations

Must be highly credible and trustworthy, and operate with high degree of integrity

Must hold oneself and others accountable and strive for a high level of excellence

Must have a positive, can-do attitude and be able to fuel growth and innovation

Must be customer-focused and results-oriented

Must want to continuously learn and develop

Exceptional oral and written communication, active listening, and organizational skills

Ability to establish strong working relationships with others in team setting

Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

Self-directed and able to work independently, with minimal supervision

Qualifications

High School Diploma

Current Driver's License

Central Plant System experience required

EPA Section 608 Universal Certification

Master of Electrician and Plumbing preferred

At least 10 years of Residential maintenance experience

At least 8 years building facilities operation experience in a luxury apartment

Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience as senior engineer/technician or equivalent position in facilities management

Building automation systems experience required

Proven experience providing excellent customer service

Extensive knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems in multi-family housing and mid to large size facility operations

Exposure to budgeting and basic accounting

Understands elevator maintenance, fire sprinkler/alarm systems and high-rise buildings

Proficient with computers and relevant computer programs

General understanding and use of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Experience with Yardi preferred

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to work after hours, as needed including on-call rotation

Must be highly credible and trustworthy, and operate with high degree of integrity

Must hold oneself and others accountable and strive for a high level of excellence

Must have a positive, can-do attitude and be able to fuel growth and innovation

Must be customer-focused and results-oriented

Must want to continuously learn and develop

Exceptional oral and written communication, active listening, and organizational skills

Ability to establish strong working relationships with others in team setting

Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

Self-directed and able to work independently, with minimal supervision

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, twist, and/or reach

Push, pull or lift up to 50 pounds

Continuous repetitive motions

Work under variable temperature conditions (or extreme heat or cold), under variable noise levels, outdoors/indoors, around fumes and/or hazards, around dust and/or mite hazards, around chemicals and bio-hazards

Benefits

• Compensation:
• - Competitive Salary with Bonus Potential
• - Generous Benefit Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, Life Insurance

• Career Development
• - Opportunities for Advancement within our expanding portfolio
• - Annual Professional Development Funds to fuel your growth

• Employee Perks:
• - Employee Discount for added benefits
• - Enjoy a Friendly Work Environment that values collaboration

• Additional Benefits:
• - Explore more perks and possibilities for growing your career with Comstock Companies! Discover what sets us apart!

The wage range listed for this position reflects a reasonable estimate and considers multiple factors that influence compensation decisions. These may include, but are not limited to, your skills, experience, training, licensure, certifications, and the specific needs of the organization. The posted range does not reflect adjustments for geographic differentials tied to where the role may be filled.

At Comstock, it is not typical for a new hire to start at or near the top of the posted range. Compensation is determined based on the unique circumstances of each candidate.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program. Any award under this program is subject to its rules and may depend on individual and organizational performance.

Virginia Compensation Range

$28 — $32 USD