Job Description:  

The Assistant Facilities Manager is responsible for ensuring optimal functioning of internal and external apartment community building systems including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, elevators, and more. Leveraging organization skills, problem solving, and creative thinking, the Assistant Facilities Manager is required to support the Facilities Manager in resolving escalated issues while driving continuous process improvement and team development. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Support Facilities Manager in setting scope, technical specifications, budget tracking, scheduling, material and equipment requirements, subcontractor/vendor bidding and management, and overall planning and execution of facility and maintenance projects 
• Responsible for ensuring the physical aspects of the community meet operations and safety standards 
• Assist in the management, development, and mentorship of facilities team members in diagnosing problems and making repairs 
• Complete unit inspections as needed and maintain orderly documentation 
• Maintain inventory of basic personal tools to complete task requirements including but not limited to a hammer, screwdriver, adjustable wrench, tape measure, and flashlight 
• Organize, maintain, and utilize provided supplies in a cost-effective manner 
• Pre-diagnose and troubleshoot various building systems prior to scheduling repairs 
• Repair issues and provide knowledge in areas including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliances, carpentry, etc. 
• Present an appearance appropriate to the image of the company 
• Complete additional tasks or duties assigned by community leadership  

Qualifications: 

Professional Experience: 

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Facilities Maintenance in Multifamily or Hospitality  
• Advanced experience in two or more trades: electrical, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, painting, etc. 
• Working knowledge of appliances required 

Education: 

• High school education or equivalent is preferred  
• Accurately perform basic mathematical functions  
• EPA Universal Certification required 
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification preferred 

Computer Skills: 

• Intermediate computer and internet knowledge preferred 
• Ability to use on-site resident management software preferred 

Physical Demands: 

• Physical demands may include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. The team member will be regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and reach using feet, legs, back, arms and hands. The team member may occasionally be required to climb. Specific vision requirements include the ability to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The team member will be required to work at a personal computer. Must possess the ability to detect auditory and/or visual alarms and be available to work extended/flexible hours and weekends as needed. 

Special Requirements: 

Learning and Development: 

• Maintain a commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth through our company’s continuing education programs 

Attendance/Travel: 

• This position is a full-time position and may require the availability to work some nights, weekends, and occasional holidays. Regular attendance and active participation/planning at company functions and events is also required.