Maintenance Manager

Step into the role of Maintenance Operations Manager with East West Hospitality, overseeing maintenance operations across community associations and build-to-rent (BTR) / leasing properties in the Charleston area. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for the overall safety, functionality, and operational excellence of assigned properties. The Maintenance Operations Manager leads and develops a small but growing maintenance team, oversees daily maintenance and repair activities, manages vendors and preventative maintenance programs, and ensures properties are maintained to the highest standards. This role plays a critical part in upholding safety, appearance, and reliability while fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

• Lead a small, growing maintenance team while remaining hands-on in daily operations
• Oversee and perform maintenance, repairs, preventative maintenance, and routine tasks
• Maintain property standards for safety, appearance, and overall functionality
• Coordinate vendors, work orders, and maintenance projects with strong follow-through
• Communicate professionally with owners, residents, and internal leadership
• Manage preventative maintenance schedules and daily operational workflows
• Participate in rotating on-call coverage and emergency response
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, policies, and best practices
• Take ownership of maintenance issues from start to resolution

Employment Status: Full Time, Year Round

Pay Rate: DOE

Closing Date: 3/31/2026 or until filled

Schedule: Monday–Friday; rotating on-call for after-hours, weekends, and emergencies as required

What We’re Looking For

• Strong sense of ownership, integrity, and accountability
• Clear, professional communication and consistent follow-through
• Hands-on leader who earns respect by working alongside the team
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to high standards
• Calm, practical problem solver in fast-paced and on-call situations

•  5+ years of building or property maintenance experience
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems
• Experience leading or supervising maintenance staff or crews
• Ability to manage work orders, preventative maintenance programs, and vendors
• Comfortable using maintenance management systems, mobile apps, and basic reporting tools
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 lbs and responding to on-call needs

Benefits & Perks:

• Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, & Accident Insurance, Life & Pet Insurance
• 401(K) Plan with discretionary Employer Match
• Wellness Incentive
• Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Time 
• Career Development Trainings
• Corporate Discounts with Perk Spot
• Sabbatical Program, $500 Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program

 Why East West Hospitality:

At East West Hospitality our Vision is to be the most trusted hospitality services company and employer of choice, built on genuine and enduring relationships. We believe in doing the right thing for each other, our community, our environment, and those we serve. We strive to cultivate and sustain an inclusive and welcoming environment in which everyone thrives and feels like they belong.