Assistant Maintenance Manager - $2,500 Sign On Bonus
BozzutoMaintenance work in multifamily housing pulls from a wide range of skills at once. You're diagnosing a boiler issue in the morning, coaching a tech through a plumbing repair by midday, and reviewing punch lists for upcoming turns before the day ends. This Assistant Maintenance Manager role at Bozzuto's Bethesda property sits at that intersection of hands-on technical work and team leadership. Both sides matter equally here.
The Skills This Role Draws On Most
The technical foundation is broad: HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, basic carpentry and drywall, and familiarity with complex mechanical systems including central plant, boilers, chillers, and split systems. Certifications in HVAC or EPA aren't just preferred checkboxes. They signal that you understand the systems at a level that lets you troubleshoot rather than guess.
Equally important is your ability to read people and situations. Residents submitting service tickets aren't just reporting problems. They're trusting that someone will follow through. Strong candidates in this role treat that follow-through as a professional standard, not an afterthought. The same interpersonal skill applies to the technicians you'll work alongside and lead. You'll set the pace and the tone on the floor, and the team will take cues from how you handle pressure, detail, and accountability.
Safety fluency matters throughout. Knowledge of OSHA standards, MSDS protocols, and applicable building and county codes shapes how you run day-to-day operations, not just how you respond to incidents. The goal is an accident-free environment, and that comes from habits, not luck.
What You'll Actually Be Managing
The make-ready process is a core responsibility here. Turns need to move quickly and cleanly so units can be leased without delay. That means managing your own work and keeping others on schedule, with an eye for detail that catches what a quick walkthrough might miss.
Preventative maintenance programs preserve the asset long-term, and you'll be the one making sure those schedules get executed consistently. Grounds upkeep, snow removal, general cleanliness, and safety across the community all fall within scope. This is a role that requires weekend availability and participation in an on-call emergency rotation. Those are real commitments, and worth knowing before you apply.
- 5 or more years in the trades, facilities, or residential building maintenance
- HVAC, EPA, and/or NAPE certification
- Supervisory experience, or a clear readiness to step into that responsibility
- Comfort with technology platforms, apps, and the Microsoft Office suite
- Physical ability to frequently lift 25 to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work in varying weather
Doing This Role at Bozzuto
Bozzuto operates across design, development, and management, which means the people running maintenance at their communities work within a company that has a direct stake in the condition and reputation of the asset. That context tends to raise the bar on how maintenance is approached. The "know it like you built it" standard they describe isn't a slogan. It reflects a mindset they look for in candidates who take ownership seriously.
For someone with strong trade skills who's ready to grow into a leadership track, this role offers a clear path. Assistant Maintenance Managers who build supervisory credibility here are well-positioned to move into Maintenance Manager roles. Bozzuto's portfolio and internal development programs support that progression. The $2,500 sign-on bonus, salary range of $61,000 to $63,000, and benefits including medical, dental, vision, 20 days of PTO, 401k with company match, and tuition reimbursement round out the package.