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Asset Living · 8 hours ago

Traveling Operational Property Specialist (TOPS), Maintenance - Student Housing

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Asset Living is a third-party management firm with extensive experience in fostering thriving communities across the nation. The Traveling Operational Property Specialist, Maintenance is responsible for supporting and stabilizing maintenance operations across multiple student housing communities, providing hands-on maintenance expertise, supervising on-site teams, and ensuring properties meet safety and operational standards.

Property Management

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on maintenance support across assigned student housing communities, including work orders, emergency repairs, preventative maintenance, and make-ready processes

Diagnose and resolve complex maintenance issues related to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliances, carpentry, and general building systems in accordance with company standards, safety requirements, and local codes

Lead and execute full make-ready processes for vacant units, including inspections, punch lists, vendor coordination, quality control, and final approval prior to move-in

Conduct routine and comprehensive property inspections to identify maintenance deficiencies, safety risks, deferred maintenance, and capital needs; communicate findings clearly to regional leadership

Support capital improvement projects, seasonal readiness initiatives, and large-scale turns as assigned

Serve as an interim or supplemental maintenance supervisor when needed, providing leadership continuity during transitions, absences, new acquisitions, or performance challenges

Supervise, train, coach, and mentor on-site maintenance team members to improve technical skill sets, productivity, safety compliance, and customer service standards

Model best practices in maintenance operations, documentation, inventory control, and preventative maintenance programs

Assist Community Managers and Regional leadership with evaluating maintenance team performance and identifying training or staffing needs

Coordinate and oversee vendors, contractors, and service providers, ensuring work quality, scope compliance, cost control, and timely completion

Obtain bids, pricing, and proposals as requested; support expense control initiatives by repairing rather than replacing when feasible

Ensure proper inventory management, tool usage, and materials tracking at each site

Enforce Asset Living’s safety, risk management, OSHA, and fair housing-related maintenance policies at all assigned communities

Ensure compliance with EPA, state, and local regulations related to HVAC systems, refrigerant handling, and building safety standards

Identify and promptly report safety hazards, incidents, and liability concerns to appropriate leadership

Accurately complete maintenance documentation, service request tracking, inspection reports, and other required records in company systems

Communicate regularly with Regional Supervisors, Regional Facilities leaders, and Community Managers regarding property conditions, progress, challenges, and recommended solutions

Maintain flexibility to adjust priorities based on urgent operational needs across the portfolio

This position requires 100% nationwide travel throughout the year

Travel includes short-term and extended assignments to student housing communities, training locations, and company meetings as needed

Must be able to travel on short notice and remain on-site for extended periods when required

Qualification

EPA CertificationMaintenance Management SystemsSupervisory ExperienceHVAC KnowledgePlumbing KnowledgeElectrical KnowledgeSafety ComplianceCommunication SkillsTeam LeadershipProblem Solving

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent required; technical training or certifications preferred

Minimum 5+ years of multifamily or student housing maintenance experience, with demonstrated supervisory or lead maintenance experience across multiple properties strongly preferred

Proven experience supporting multiple sites or traveling maintenance roles is highly desirable

EPA Certification (Type I & II or Universal) required

Knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety standards, and general building codes

Strong working knowledge of maintenance management systems and basic computer skills required