Assistant Maintenance Manager - Navy Yard

It's 6:45 a.m. on a Sunday and your phone buzzes. A unit at Navy Yard lost heat overnight. You're already running the call in your head before you've finished reading the text.

That's the honest version of this role. The Assistant Maintenance Manager position at Bozzuto's Navy Yard community in Washington, DC carries real responsibility across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliance repair. You'll also own the make-ready process, keeping turns tight so units get leased and new residents move in without delays. Preventative maintenance programs, grounds upkeep, snow removal, and general cleanliness of the building all fall under your scope. You'll help sustain efficient operation of complex mechanical systems, which at a property of this caliber can include central plant equipment, boilers, chillers, and split systems. You'll work within applicable building codes, county regulations, and OSHA standards with an emphasis on running a clean, accident-free operation.

This is also a leadership position. You're not just fixing things. You're setting the standard for how the team approaches the work, following up with residents after service tickets close, and holding the line on quality during every punch list walkthrough. Bozzuto takes asset preservation seriously, and this role is where that philosophy meets the physical building every day.

What You Bring

• 5 or more years in the trades, facilities maintenance, or residential building operations
• Hands-on proficiency with HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and appliance repair
• HVAC, EPA, or NAPE certification
• Working knowledge of risk management, OSHA requirements, and MSDS
• Basic carpentry, drywall, and painting skills
• Familiarity with complex mechanical systems (central plant, boilers, chillers) is a plus
• Supervisory or leadership experience, even informal, is preferred
• Comfort with technology platforms and basic Microsoft Office proficiency
• Availability for an on-call emergency rotation and weekend work
• Physical ability to lift 25 to 50 pounds frequently and work in varying weather conditions

A Word on What Separates Strong Candidates

The technical skills get you in the room. What distinguishes the candidates who thrive here is the combination of trade depth and genuine ownership mentality. Bozzuto uses the phrase "know it like you built it," and that captures it well. Managers who treat preventative maintenance as a chore tend to struggle. Those who treat it as the thing that keeps emergencies from happening tend to advance. If you've supervised a small team through a difficult lease-up season or managed a building through a mechanical failure without losing your composure, that experience will read clearly in this role.

The salary range for this position is $66,560 to $69,160, with additional bonus opportunities. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 20 days of paid time off plus holidays, a 401(k) with company match, and tuition reimbursement.