Maintenance Supervisor (Clear Lake, TX)

Maintenance Supervisor (Clear Lake, TX)

Who We Are

Barvin is a privately held developer, owner, and operator of multifamily real estate founded by Houston-based entrepreneur Eric Barvin over 16 years ago. With a growing portfolio of more than 4,000 apartment homes, we are committed to building communities that endure the test of time and create long-term value for residents, team members, and investors.

Barvin Offers Great Benefits!

Competitive Pay • Leasing Commissions • Career Growth • 401(k) with Company Match • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Plans • Technology-Enabled Leasing • Recognition Programs • Employee Referral Program • Paid Time Off • Holidays • Employee Rent Discount • Core Values

Position Summary

At Barvin, our Maintenance Supervisors lead the day-to-day maintenance operations that keep our communities operating at their best. This role oversees the maintenance team, completes and delegates resident service requests, ensures apartment homes are move-in ready, manages preventative maintenance programs, and delivers an exceptional living experience for our residents.

The ideal candidate is an experienced maintenance professional who enjoys leading people, solving problems, and driving a culture of accountability, teamwork, and exceptional service.

What You'll Do

Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop the maintenance team to deliver exceptional service and quality workmanship.
• Schedule and prioritize daily maintenance activities, service requests, preventative maintenance, and apartment make-readies.
• Delegate work assignments while ensuring quality, productivity, and completion standards are met.
• Foster a positive, collaborative team environment focused on resident satisfaction and continuous improvement.
• Partner closely with the Community Manager to support the operational success of the community.

Resident Experience

• Ensure resident service requests are completed in accordance with Barvin's service standards.
• Deliver exceptional customer service by communicating professionally and courteously with residents.
• Support the team in resolving maintenance concerns efficiently and effectively.

Maintenance Operations

• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and preventative maintenance of community buildings, equipment, amenities, and common areas.
• Perform and oversee maintenance and repairs involving:

• HVAC systems
• Plumbing
• Electrical
• Appliances
• Carpentry
• Drywall
• Painting
• Doors, windows, locks, and hardware
• Exterior building components

• Monitor the condition of the community, proactively identify maintenance needs, and maintain maintenance tools, equipment, and work areas in an organized condition.
• Coordinate vendor services and monitor work for quality and completion.

Apartment Make-Readies

• Oversee apartment inspections and make-ready schedules.
• Ensure vacant apartment homes are completed on time and meet Barvin's quality standards before move-in.
• Assist with repairs, cleaning, appliance installation, lock changes, and apartment turns as needed.
• Assist with apartment trash-outs and preparation for new residents.

Inventory & Property Operations

• Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment while assisting with maintenance budgets and expenses.

• Coordinate major repairs and capital improvement projects with community leadership.
• Help maintain attractive, clean, and well-maintained grounds and common areas.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of apartment maintenance or related facilities maintenance experience.
• Previous experience leading or supervising a maintenance team preferred.
• EPA Universal Certification required.
• HVAC Certification required.
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, carpentry, drywall, painting, and general building maintenance.
• Excellent troubleshooting, leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

The employee must be able to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequently bend, kneel, squat, crawl, climb stairs, and climb ladders.
• Reach overhead and work in confined spaces.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, ladders, maintenance equipment, and other job-related equipment.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 75 pounds. Assistance should be used when lifting heavier items.