Woodward Management Partners · 3 hours ago
Regional Service Director
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveWoodward Management Partners is seeking a Regional Service Director to oversee the maintenance of properties within their region. This role involves supervising service teams, managing maintenance programs, and ensuring high-quality customer service and operational efficiency.
Assisted LivingProperty ManagementReal EstateResidential
Responsibilities
Responsible for maintaining and improving the integrity of the Company’s portfolio of physical assets in accordance with the Company's mission, vision, and objectives
Responsible for assisting in the recruiting, hiring, training and development of all maintenance personnel and/or positions assigned, either directly or through others
Must have the ability to partner well with direct supervisor, Executive Leadership Team, company department head and support teams
Exceptional apartment maintenance experience, knowledge of appliance repair, light carpentry, plumbing and electrical knowledge, heating and cooling system experience, basic computer skills, knowledge of life safety procedures, safety conscious, steady and dependable, ability to work with pressure of deadlines, ability to travel overnight roughly 25% and work a flex work schedule if needed to accommodate property emergencies
Must be able to deliver a high level of customer service
As the Regional Service Director, you will be responsible for assisting in the supervision and coordination of maintaining the physical condition and appearance of all properties through the general oversight of Service Directors, Service Technicians, Grounds and Housekeeping personnel
Organize, coordinate, supervise and manage the overall maintenance programs including exterior property conditions, timely service request completion, quality and timely make-ready program, and cost-effective inventory control of all assigned properties
Lead Service Teams in the timely execution and completion of pre-approved capital projects within budgeted parameters
Leads the assigned Service Teams through procedural development and provides implementation of policy strategies to improve effectiveness
Work with property software – Yardi – to review status of make readies and work orders
Ensure that adequate scheduling occurs at the site level to make certain that all vacant units are kept ready for occupancy
Provide assistance and oversight for the push to complete all resident work orders within a 24/48 hour time frame
Reviews Work Orders in progress and/or completed on a recurring and consistent basis to ensure needs are being managed and repairs are being made in compliance with Woodward Partners standards and expectations
Inspect vacant units on site visits to ensure units are meeting energy expectations and that vacant ready units are being maintained for move in
Run and analyze financial reports through Yardi to identify general ledger line items exceeding budget and work with regional and community personnel on cost saving measures that will result in controllable expenses meeting monthly fiscal targets
Inspect properties according to the completion of Preventative Maintenance schedule and communicate issues identified to Regional Manager and the VP of Capital Projects when program is not being adhered to
Identify vendors who produce quality work standards and agreeable pricing, then periodically scrutinize invoices from those vendors to ensure the properties are paying the agreed upon pricing
Promote good public relations with residents, co-workers, and company staff
Always display a friendly and courteous attitude towards prospects, residents, vendors and other employees through the “Exceeding your Expectations” culture
Maintain professionalism at all times
Partner with the VP of Capital Projects, Regional Directors, Community Directors, and Service Directors to develop a high-quality on-site Service Team through implementation of effective recruiting, training, mentoring, and coaching programs
Connect with and mentor all Service Team members to identify candidates for future advancement
Provides mentorship and leadership to the Service Teams to create the pursuit for exemplary customer service to residents, fellow employees, vendors, etc
Strives to create a professional environment in all conditions and circumstances to provide the highest level of service
Provide hands on training to Service Directors and Technicians to improve team’s ability to diagnose and repair standard maintenance related issues
Evaluate Work Order reporting in Yardi to identify potential areas of need regarding training
Has the ability to train in policies and procedures and thoroughly understands Woodward Partners standards as identified in the Woodward Service Operations Manual
Conduct routine meetings with Service Directors to evaluate performance metrics and develop action plans for success
Will utilize this meeting sequence to assess, develop, and train practices to achieve goals, in a collaborative effort with specified Service Directors
Shall conduct comfortable yet innovative “classroom style” training environments and will assist VP of Capital Projects in developing and implementing a technical and skill-based training program for site level maintenance associates
Partner with the VP of Capital Projects, Regional Directors, Service Directors, and Community Directors on capital projects, renovation projects, life-safety matters, etc. to identify quality vendors, develop Scopes of Work and Bid Packets, submit Expenditure Requests for approval, award work, and monitor work through satisfactory completion
Ensure that all physical aspects of the property are fully functional, safe, and attractive
Visually inspect grounds, buildings, and apartment units on a regular basis
Coach and follow up with site team on improvements
Notify the VP of Capital Projects and Regional Managers of any risk management issues at the property
Complete the Service Operations portions of the Woodward Property Inspections, according to schedule, for each asset and effectively communicate concerns/issues to the Woodward Partners Leadership team
Create work orders for all controllable issues identified and follow up on the completion of said tasks
Create a plan of action for all capital needs identified so they can be introduced into upcoming budgets appropriately
Inspect maintenance shop inventories to confirm that proper inventory levels are maintained, shop meets the Woodward Partners Shop expectations, equipment is well maintained, and that overall organizational practices are being managed
Perform, and report on, all work according to the safety standards of the company, OSHA, health codes and Woodward partners Service Operations Manual
Ensure that all required City, State, and Federal Inspections and permits are completed in a timely manner including, but not limited to: fire, backflow, elevator, and pool
Ensure any deficiencies are acknowledged and repaired accordingly
Ensure all required documentation is completed accurately and according to Woodward Partners policy, as identified in the Woodward Partners Service Operations Manual (Refrigerant Logs, Pool Chemical Logs, Lighting logs, etc.)
Ensure the Contracts, Certificates, Inspections, and Permits Binder is current and readily available as specified in the Woodward Partners Service Operations Manual
Ensure that all required OSHA Hazard Communication Standard training is current
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED or trade school certification required
EPA Section 608 required
CPO Certification Required
Exceptional apartment maintenance experience
Knowledge of appliance repair
Light carpentry
Plumbing and electrical knowledge
Heating and cooling system experience
Basic computer skills
Knowledge of life safety procedures
Safety conscious
Steady and dependable
Ability to work with pressure of deadlines
Ability to travel overnight roughly 25%
Ability to work a flex work schedule if needed to accommodate property emergencies
Must be able to deliver a high level of customer service
Ability to read, write and verbally communicate in English
Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, staff, supervisors and vendors verbally and in writing
Has the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out basic written or oral instructions
The ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's
The ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance
Extensive mobility and good physical condition
The ability to lift 100 lbs. for the installation and removal of appliances
The ability to operate all required hand tools to make repairs
The ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, squat, bend, stoop, push, pull, twist, climb stairs, climb ladders, grasp, squeeze, and reach including overhead items in need of repairs
The ability to drive to and from job sites
Tolerance to all extremes of hot and cold weather, as may be necessary
Must provide own basic tools or be willing to obtain the required hand tools
Must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of various hand tools, power tools, moving & job aids, mechanical equipment, and measuring devices
Must complete the Maintenance Skills Exam obtaining the minimum score of at least 80%
Pass drug test and background check requirements
Must meet the qualifications for residency in the community for which they have applied
Dress, grooming and personal cleanliness standards contribute to the business image of Woodward Partners
Preferred
CAMT preferred
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel and Yardi Voyager knowledge preferred
Company
Woodward Management Partners
Woodward Management Partners is a property management company that provides senior living services.
Founded in 2007
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Kelley Gibson
Chief Financial Officer
Lisa Carter
Property Manager Lease Up Woodward Mgmt Partners
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