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