Service Manager, Multifamily (MUST live onsite - 1 bedroom unit)

Job Description

Job Description

SCOPE AND PURPOSE :

Under the direction of the Regional Engineer and the Property Manager, the Service Manager is responsible for the physical appearance and maintenance of the apartment community, ensuring that the maintenance component of the property is being operated in accordance with Douglas Emmett standards and procedures. Must be able to perform all duties of the Service Technician and Porter as needed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Include but are not limited to the following, as other duties may be assigned.

GENERAL OPERATIONS

• Reports to the Community Manager for schedule and assignments.
• Adhere to the preventive maintenance program for the property.
• Makes sure that all property engineers are trained and capable of performing the necessary PM work as outline in the PM Program for the property.
• Maintain and supervise proper maintenance of all common area amenities on a daily basis and report findings to the Community Manager.
• Maintain or supervise proper maintenance of the exterior of the property to provide clean and acceptable curb appeal at all times utilizing the Curb Appeal Procedure & Landscape inspection form.
• Maintain or supervise the proper maintenance of all interior common areas.
• Inspect all common area and emergency lighting utilizing the Lighting Inspection Form.
• Inspect sprinkler systems, fire prevention systems and fire extinguishers regularly.
• Become familiar with the operation and maintenance requirements of all equipment.
• Possess strong trouble shooting skills and provide support for the Lead Tech and Service Techs as needed.
• Locate and purchase all materials and supplies needed to properly maintain the community.
• Effectively maintain inventory to ensure the property always has the needed supplies to properly maintain the asset.
• Perform site walks with vendors to receive estimates for vendor work.
• Supervise all vendors working on the property to ensure they are following SOW / Scope of work and are completing assigned projects to DE standards.
• Make recommendations to the Regional Engineer and Community Manager for needed repairs and improvements and CapEx projects for the property.
• Perform general repairs on electrical, plumbing, appliances & HVAC systems.
• Perform general repairs to building(s), roofs and exterior areas of the property.
• Assign service requests and maintenance related duties to staff and ensure that all work is completed in a timely manner.
• Respond to all service requests as directed by the Regional Engineer or Community Manager and complete all work orders in a timely and professional manner.
• Schedule the preparation of vacant units for occupancy. Coordinate unit turnover scheduling and inspect maintenance turnovers to ensure complete marketability.
• Assure that all apartments scheduled for move-in are completely ready for the new resident prior to move-in date.
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of all equipment, tools and supplies applicable to the maintenance of the property.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations, DE safety training, hazardous chemicals program and use of lock out tag out equipment.
• Assist Manager in inspecting all shops, store rooms, maintenance and porter carts.
• Walk the property daily so the community and staff are always prepared for a successful site visit or inspection.
• Must be available for emergency calls after hours.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

TECHNICAL PREREQUISITES

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Walking

2. Heavy lifting

3. Bending, standing, kneeling, reaching

4. Ascend stairs and ladders

Company Description

Douglas Emmett operates approximately 18 million square feet of Class A office space and over 5,000 luxury apartment units in nine highly desirable submarkets in Los Angeles County, six of which are located in Los Angeles' Westside - Brentwood, Century City, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, the Olympic Corridor, and Westwood - and three submarkets in the San Fernando Valley - Sherman Oaks / Encino, Warner Center / Woodland Hills, and Burbank. The Company's Honolulu office portfolio is located in the downtown central business district with multifamily properties in nearby suburban communities.

The Company utilizes the same focused business strategy that was implemented by its founding principals - managing, developing, redeveloping, and acquiring multifamily and commercial real estate in high barrier-to-entry submarkets that exhibit strong economic characteristics such as population and job growth, as well as inherent supply constraints, such as limited developable land due to natural and political barriers. The Company strives to capitalize on the experience of its seasoned management team to create continued value.

Company Description

Douglas Emmett operates approximately 18 million square feet of Class A office space and over 5,000 luxury apartment units in nine highly desirable submarkets in Los Angeles County, six of which are located in Los Angeles' Westside - Brentwood, Century City, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, the Olympic Corridor, and Westwood - and three submarkets in the San Fernando Valley - Sherman Oaks / Encino, Warner Center / Woodland Hills, and Burbank. The Company's Honolulu office portfolio is located in the downtown central business district with multifamily properties in nearby suburban communities. The Company utilizes the same focused business strategy that was implemented by its founding principals - managing, developing, redeveloping, and acquiring multifamily and commercial real estate in high barrier-to-entry submarkets that exhibit strong economic characteristics such as population and job growth, as well as inherent supply constraints, such as limited developable land due to natural and political barriers. The Company strives to capitalize on the experience of its seasoned management team to create continued value.