About Us

Vita Residential is a growing, multi-state residential property management company with communities across Tennessee, Missouri, and Illinois. Our mission is simple: serve residents and investors by acquiring, developing, and operating exceptional apartment homes. Every day, we focus on helping our team members and residents live better lives.

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance operations at one of our apartment communities. This role oversees a maintenance team, ensures apartments and common areas are well-maintained and market-ready, and plays a key part in keeping residents safe, satisfied, and proud of where they live.

What You'll Do

Team & Budget Management

Manage the maintenance team, including scheduling, training, and performance oversight
Manage maintenance budgets, expenses, and work order reports
Report maintenance issues affecting the budget — such as life safety concerns, vacant unit repairs, property damage, and common area needs — to the Community Director

Property & Unit Maintenance

Oversee the team's preparation of market-ready apartments, including painting, carpet cleaning/repair, general repairs, and housekeeping
Monitor timely completion of resident service requests
Schedule and perform preventative maintenance, and maintain accurate records of all activity
Oversee the team's care of grounds, pools, common areas, and dog parks to ensure they remain clean and free of hazards
Perform on-call emergency procedures as required

Technical Expertise & Training

Maintain working knowledge of plumbing, HVAC, pool maintenance, general carpentry, appliances, electrical systems, painting, caulking, snow removal, and life safety systems
Train and mentor maintenance team members across all core maintenance functions
Stay current on state, local, and federal housing laws, codes, and policies related to maintenance
Attend required company and jurisdictional training programs, and provide training to team members as assigned

Professionalism

Represent the company professionally at all times
Perform other duties as assigned

What You'll Need

Proven experience in a maintenance supervisor or lead maintenance role, ideally in multifamily/apartment communities
EPA 608 Certification (minimum Type II) — required
HVAC Certification — required
CPO Certification — required if mandated by city or state
Valid Driver's License
Working knowledge of safe use of cleaning agents and maintenance equipment
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Availability to work any shift Sunday–Saturday, including on-call emergency response, based on business needs

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly, and up to 75+ lbs occasionally with assistance
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb (ladders/stairs) for extended periods
Ability to work in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold
Manual dexterity to operate hand and power tools safely
Ability to work in tight or confined spaces (crawl spaces, attics, mechanical rooms)
Visual and hearing acuity sufficient to identify safety hazards and equipment malfunctions
Ability to respond to on-call emergencies outside of normal business hours

Benefits

Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Employee discount
Bonus pay eligibility
Ongoing certification and training support

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $36.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

What is your target compensation range?
Do you have a Certified Pool Operators license?

Experience:

Facilities maintenance: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

EPA Type II (Required)
HVAC Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

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