The posting
The Operations and Maintenance Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and repair of building systems and physical spaces, and directly supervises a team of 2–5 maintenance technicians. This role ensures the property is safe, code-compliant, and well-maintained, while coordinating preventive maintenance, responding to tenant/occupant requests, and managing vendor and contractor relationships.
About DiGeronimo Development:
DiGeronimo Development is shaping the future of dynamic, community-driven real estate with a portfolio of innovative mixed-use, residential, and commercial developments.
Key Responsibilities
Team leadership & supervision
- Supervise, schedule, and assign daily work to 2–5 maintenance technicians
- Conduct performance reviews, provide coaching, and support training/development
- Manage staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage, including on-call/emergency response rotation
Maintenance operations
- Oversee preventive maintenance program for building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, life safety)
- Prioritize and assign open work orders/tickets; ensure timely completion and proper documentation
- Conduct regular building walkthroughs to identify issues before they become urgent
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs and records for compliance and audit purposes
Vendor & contractor coordination
- Coordinate with licensed contractors for specialized work (elevator, fire/life safety, major mechanical systems) that falls outside the team's scope or licensing
- Obtain and review vendor quotes; monitor contractor performance and quality of work
- Ensure required inspections and certifications (elevator, fire alarm, sprinkler) are scheduled and current
Safety & compliance
- Ensure compliance with applicable building, fire, and safety codes (properties in several cities)
- Maintain safety protocols for the maintenance team (PPE, lockout/tagout, chemical handling, etc.)
- Respond to and document emergency situations (equipment failure, life safety incidents)
Budget & reporting
- Assist in developing and managing the maintenance budget
- Help track expenses against budget for supplies, contracts, and capital repairs
- Provide regular status reports to the Property Manager on open items, budget, and capital needs
- Participate in weekly maintenance team meetings and periodic property walkthroughs
Do you have what it takes?
Required
- 3–5 years in building maintenance, with 1–2 years in a supervisory role
- Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities and respond to emergencies outside normal hours
Preferred
- Experience with a Property Management Software for handling maintenance requests
- Experience overseeing licensed contractors/vendors for specialized systems (elevator, fire/life safety)
Why DiGeronimo Companies?
- Weekly Competitive Pay
- Excellent Benefits:Medical Dental Vision FSA & HSA Life Insurance + Optional Family Life Insurance Short-term and Long-Term Disability Wellness Incentive Program
- Paid Holidays & PTO
- 401(k) + Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Stability and a variety of different roles that provide a path to career advancement
- Family-owned and operated since 1956
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
DiGeronimo Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value workplace diversity and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
