Field Maintenance Manager

Location Charleston - 997 Morrison Drive, Suite 402 Business Our Growth, Your Opportunity At Maymont Homes, our success starts with people, our residents and our team. We are transforming the single-family rental experience through innovation, quality, and genuine care. With more than 20,000 homes across 47+ markets, 25+ build-to-rent communities, and continued expansion on the horizon, we are more than a leader in the industry—we are a company that puts people and communities at the heart of everything we do. As part of Brookfield, Maymont Homes is growing quickly and making a lasting impact. We are also proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work®, a recognition based entirely on feedback from our employees. This honor reflects the culture of trust, collaboration, and belonging that makes Maymont a place where people thrive. Join a purpose-driven team where your work creates opportunity, sparks innovation, and helps families across the country feel truly at home. Job Description JOB DESCRIPTION   Job Title: Maintenance Field Manager   Position Summary   The Maintenance Field Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing the in-house maintenance technician team within the single-family rental portfolio. This role ensures the timely , efficient, and high-quality completion of maintenance work orders while maintaining strong resident satisfaction and adherence to company standards. The Maintenance Field Manager acts as both a hands-on technical leader and operational manager, driving field performance, accountability, and continuous improvement across the assigned market. This position requires strong leadership, technical expertise in residential maintenance systems, and the ability to manage high-volume field operations in a fast-paced environment.      Essential Job Functions   1. Functional Responsibilities   Oversee daily field maintenance operations to ensure timely completion of work orders and service requests   Provide hands-on technical guidance and support to maintenance technicians in the field   Conduct field visits to assess performance, resolve complex issues, and ensure quality standards are met   Train technicians on company standards, safety procedures, and best practices for residential maintenance   2. Operational / Departmental Support   Develop and implement proactive maintenance strategies to improve efficiency and reduce reactive work   Organize and manage high-volume technician workflows through effective delegation and scheduling support   Partner with office-based maintenance coordinators and dispatch teams to ensure operational alignment   Standardize documentation, training materials, and operational procedures across the field team   3. Compliance & Risk Management    Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, safety regulations, and local ordinances   Enforce company maintenance standards, safety protocols, and operational policies   Identify and escalate safety risks, property issues, and compliance concerns as needed   Maintain proper handling and storage of tools, materials, and equipment in accordance with standards   4. Financial / Performance Accountability    Monitor maintenance-related KPIs including cost efficiency, technician productivity, and work order completion rates   Analyze operational data to identify trends and recommend cost-saving and efficiency improvements   Support efforts to manage average spend per work order and overall maintenance budget efficiency   Drive accountability for technician performance and resource utilization   5. Leadership / Collaboration    Lead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians to improve performance and service quality   Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and strong customer service within the field team   Collaborate with internal departments to support portfolio-wide maintenance initiatives and resident experience goals   Communicate expectations clearly and provide ongoing feedback to field staff   6. Additional Responsibilities   Support special projects, process improvement initiatives, and operational rollouts as assigned   Perform other duties as assigned by leadership   Performance Expectations & K ey Metrics :   Performance will be evaluated based on measurable outcomes aligned with company and departmental goals. Metrics may include:   Field Productivity & Technician Utilization   Measure overall technician efficiency through utilization rate, work order volume completed, average locations serviced per day, route effectiveness, and productive labor hours.    Work Order Performance & Service Timeliness   Track completion rates, response times, adherence to service level expectations, work order aging, and ability to complete maintenance requests within established timelines.    Customer Experience & Service Quality   Evaluate resident/customer satisfaction, communication effectiveness, professionalism, first-time resolution success, and reduction in repeat service requests.    Cost Management & Operational Efficiency   Monitor average cost per work order, labor and material efficiency, travel optimization, vendor utilization , and identification of process improvements that reduce operational waste.    Maintenance Effectiveness & Continuous Improvement   Measure reduction in recurring maintenance issues, first-time fix rates, preventative maintenance execution, and implementation of solutions that improve long-term performance and reliability   Required Qualifications   Education   Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience   Experience   5+ years of experience in maintenance, facilities management, or operations leadership   Experience managing or supervising field maintenance teams required   Residential property management or single-family rental experience strongly preferred   Skills & Competencies   Stron