Maintenance Manager

Location: San Gabriel Valley, CA
Compensation: $100,000 - $110,000
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Position Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee the maintenance, repair, safety, and operational performance of multiple facilities and properties. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for managing maintenance staff, preventative maintenance programs, vendor relationships, facility repairs, and capital improvement projects while ensuring all buildings and equipment operate efficiently and safely.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge across building systems, proven leadership experience, and the ability to balance daily maintenance operations with long-term planning and facility improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Maintenance Operations

• Manage day-to-day maintenance operations across multiple facilities and properties.
• Oversee preventative maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and longevity.
• Ensure timely completion of repairs, work orders, and facility maintenance requests.
• Develop maintenance schedules for building systems, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Monitor maintenance performance metrics and identify opportunities for operational improvements.

Team Leadership

• Lead, supervise, train, and develop maintenance technicians and support staff.
• Assign and prioritize workloads while ensuring productivity and quality standards are met.
• Promote a safe, efficient, and collaborative work environment.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching and mentorship.

Facility Systems & Equipment

• Oversee maintenance and repair of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, lighting, and building systems.
• Ensure equipment is functioning properly and coordinate repairs when necessary.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, service records, and operational documentation.
• Assist with troubleshooting complex building and equipment issues.

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Coordinate and manage external vendors, contractors, and service providers.
• Negotiate contracts and monitor vendor performance.
• Ensure contracted work is completed on time, within budget, and compliant with company standards.

Projects & Budget Administration

• Support capital improvement, renovation, and construction projects.
• Manage maintenance budgets, purchasing, inventory, and supply levels.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies.
• Assist with long-range facility planning and asset management.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, safety policies, and applicable codes.
• Conduct facility inspections and safety audits.
• Respond to facility emergencies and coordinate corrective actions.
• Maintain readiness for regulatory inspections and compliance reviews.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance, building operations, or facility maintenance experience.
• 3+ years of management or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, carpentry, and general building maintenance.
• Experience managing maintenance teams, vendors, and service contractors.
• Experience overseeing maintenance budgets and capital projects.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and maintenance needs in a fast-paced environment.
• OSHA certification or safety training preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Educational campuses
• Healthcare facilities
• Nonprofit organizations
• Residential communities
• Manufacturing facilities
• Commercial buildings
• Multi-site operations

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.