Assistant Maintenance Manager ($1,000 Sign-On Bonus)

Property maintenance teams at well-run communities carry two responsibilities at once: keeping current residents comfortable and keeping the asset in shape for the long term. The Assistant Maintenance Manager role at Bozzuto's Issaquah, WA property sits squarely at that intersection, with a $1,000 sign-on bonus attached.

What the Job Actually Involves

Day to day, you're resolving service tickets across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliance repair while also keeping the make-ready process moving. Turns need to be completed on time so units can be leased and new residents can move in without delays. That means your attention to detail on a punch list matters as much as your technical skill with a wrench.

Beyond reactive work, you'll run preventative maintenance programs, handle grounds upkeep, manage snow removal, and keep all property systems operating at peak efficiency. You'll also make sure the team operates within applicable safety codes and OSHA standards, with zero tolerance for shortcuts that create liability. On-call rotation and weekend availability come with the territory.

This is a leadership role, not just a senior technician position. You'll be expected to set the standard for how the team works and how they treat residents. Strong candidates know how to motivate a crew, not just outperform one.

What Bozzuto Is Looking For

• 5 or more years in the trades, facilities, or residential building maintenance
• Supervisory experience, or a clear track record of leading others informally
• HVAC, EPA, and/or NAPE certification
• Working knowledge of OSHA, risk management, and MSDS standards
• Hands-on proficiency with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliance repair
• Basic carpentry, drywall, and painting skills
• Exposure to complex mechanical systems (boilers, chillers, central plant, split systems) is a plus
• Comfort with Microsoft Office and property management technology platforms
• Physical ability to lift 25 to 50 pounds frequently, climb stairs, use ladders, and work in varying weather

The salary range runs from $60,000 to approximately $66,747, with additional bonus opportunities beyond the sign-on. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 20 days of paid time off plus holidays, a 401k with company match, and tuition reimbursement.

One thing that separates strong candidates here: the ability to think like an owner about asset condition. Technicians fix what's broken. The right person for this role notices what's about to break, flags it, and builds it into the preventative maintenance schedule before it becomes a resident complaint or a capital expense. That instinct is harder to train than any technical skill.