Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager
Dover, NH
$80,000+ / year

OVERVIEW
A family-owned and operated property management company is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance operations across a growing portfolio of 500+ units throughout New Hampshire and Southern Maine. Based in Dover, NH, this role oversees the maintenance team, vendors, capital projects, unit turnovers, and preventative maintenance efforts across a portfolio of high-end apartment communities.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who enjoys building systems, managing people, and helping support a rapidly growing organization. The portfolio continues to expand through new construction developments, offering long-term growth potential for the right candidate.

WHAT YOU’LL DO
Lead and manage all maintenance operations across a portfolio of 500+ apartment units
Supervise maintenance technicians, temporary staff, and third-party vendors
Coordinate and oversee unit turnovers, repairs, preventative maintenance, and capital improvement projects
Ensure maintenance requests are completed efficiently and to a high standard
Manage vendor relationships including HVAC, electrical, landscaping, snow removal, painting, and other specialty contractors
Maintain maintenance inventory, equipment, tools, and supply procurement
Conduct property inspections and identify opportunities to improve building performance and resident satisfaction
Support budget management and cost-control initiatives
Participate in the on-call rotation and respond to emergency maintenance situations as needed
Ensure compliance with safety standards, company policies, and local regulations

WHY YOU MATTER
You will serve as the operational backbone of the maintenance department. Your leadership directly impacts resident satisfaction, property condition, team performance, and the successful execution of unit turnovers and maintenance projects. As the portfolio continues to grow, you'll play a key role in helping build and scale the maintenance operation.

WHAT IT TAKES
3–5+ years of maintenance leadership experience in multifamily housing, property management, or a related field
Strong knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance
Experience managing maintenance teams and outside vendors
Excellent organizational and project management skills
Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Strong communication and leadership abilities
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Familiarity with AppFolio or similar property management software is a plus
Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to emergencies when needed

IDEAL CANDIDATE TRAITS
Hands-on leader who leads by example
Organized and systems-oriented
Strong problem-solver with excellent follow-through
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing environment
Team-focused and accountable
Takes pride in delivering high-quality work

THE PERKS!
$80,000 annual base salary
Performance-based bonus opportunities
Turnover incentives of up to $200 per completed unit turn
Health insurance (50% employer-paid after 90 days)
Paid on-call compensation and emergency call-out pay
Time-and-a-half overtime pay
80 hours of PTO annually
Paid holidays throughout the year
$250/month vehicle reimbursement
$50/month cell phone reimbursement
Bi-weekly payroll
Opportunity to grow with an expanding owner-operated real estate company managing a growing portfolio of 500+ units across New Hampshire and Maine