About this opportunity
Thompson Thrift lists this MAINTENANCE MANAGER - Full Time opportunity in fayetteville, Arkansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Maintenance Manager – High South in Fayetteville, Arkansas
The Maintenance Manager leads daily maintenance operations for a Class A multifamily community, ensuring the property is well-maintained, safe, and operating in alignment with Thompson Thrift’s quality, safety, and service standards. This role plays a key part in preserving asset value, supporting operational performance, and delivering a high-quality resident experience.
Your Role as a Maintenance Manager
As a Service Manager, you will lead day-to-day maintenance operations for an assigned community, providing hands-on direction to the service team while ensuring the property’s physical assets are maintained to the highest standards.
This role is responsible for executing preventative maintenance, managing service workflows, and driving operational efficiency through strong planning, prioritization, and follow-through. You will play a critical role in resident satisfaction, asset preservation, and overall property performance by ensuring timely service delivery, minimizing downtime, and supporting occupancy goals.
You will collaborate closely with community management, vendors, and internal partners to deliver consistent, high-quality service and support the long-term value of the community.
Lead, coach, and support maintenance technicians to ensure high-quality work, accountability, and timely completion of task.
Oversee and actively participate in daily maintenance operations, including service requests, preventative maintenance, and apartment make-readies
Ensure service requests are completed within established timelines, prioritizing urgent issues and maintaining accurate documentation of completion
Manage the apartment turn process to support efficient make-ready timelines, reduce vacancy downtime, and protect revenue performance
Execute and maintain a preventative maintenance program, including regular inspections of building systems, equipment, and common areas
Conduct routine inspections of occupied and vacant units to proactively identify maintenance needs, mitigate risk, and maintain asset quality
Monitor maintenance workflows, service delivery, and team productivity to support operational efficiency and consistent performance outcomes
Support maintenance budget management by monitoring expenses, controlling inventory, and promoting cost-effective operations
Partner with community management to ensure a high level of resident service, timely resolution of maintenance concerns, and support of retention efforts
Ensure compliance with safety standards, OSHA regulations, Fair Housing requirements, and company policies
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment repairs, and capital components
Coordinate with vendors and contractors, including obtaining bids, overseeing work, and ensuring quality, timeliness, and cost control
Support emergency response efforts and ensure appropriate on-call coverage for urgent maintenance needs
High school diploma or GED required; Minimum of 4 years of experience in apartment or property maintenance
At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory or lead maintenance role preferred
Experience with Class A, new construction, or luxury multifamily communities preferred
Must be willing to perform additional duties such as snow removal, unit touch up cleans, and upkeep of amenity areas
General awareness of transparent, upfront communication of rent, fees, and resident services is a plus. (Strong technical knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general maintenance systems
Ability to lead and guide a team through hands-on support, clear direction, and accountability
Experience managing maintenance operations, budgets, and vendor relationships
Excellent communication and customer service abilities
Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to maintenance planning
The Maintenance Manager plays a vital role in protecting Thompson Thrift’s assets and supporting strong property performance. By delivering consistent, high-quality maintenance operations and leading a responsive, accountable service team, this role directly contributes to resident satisfaction, operational efficiency, and long-term community value.
Thompson Thrift is an integrated, full-service real estate company engaged in the development, construction, leasing, and management of high-quality multifamily communities nationwide. We’re committed to building exceptional places and developing the people who make them possible.
Values-Driven Culture
– Excellence, Service, and Leadership guide everything we do
Career Growth
– Training, mentorship, and long-term development opportunities
Work-Life Support
– Competitive benefits, flexibility, and wellness programs
Real Impact
– Hands-on involvement in industry-leading multifamily projects
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Who can apply
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