Director of Maintenance | Residential Portfolio

Smartland is a fast-growing real estate investment company managing 1,400+ residential units across Northeast Ohio. We’re hiring a Director of Maintenance to lead portfolio-wide operations, build strong teams, and protect the long-term value of our properties.
This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who can think strategically, lead confidently, and step in hands-on when needed.
The Role
You’ll oversee maintenance operations across apartments and single-family homes, leading Maintenance Managers and field teams while partnering closely with Operations and Property Management.
You’ll report directly to the Director of Operations and help shape systems, standards, and long-term maintenance strategy.
Schedule:
Full-time, Monday–Friday
On-call for major emergencies
Regular site visits across the Cleveland area
What You’ll Lead
Maintenance operations across 1,400+ units
Team hiring, training, and performance management
KPIs: response times, unit turns, preventive maintenance, safety, budget control
CAPEX & OPEX budgets, vendor contracts, and procurement
Preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime
SOP standardization and process improvement
Code compliance and life-safety systems
Data tracking and reporting through AppFolio (or similar)
Capital planning with executive leadership
What You Bring
3+ years in maintenance leadership
Multi-site team management experience
Strong HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical knowledge
Budget and capital project oversight experience
Proven ability to drive accountability and results
Strong communication and decision-making skills
OSHA and safety knowledge
Comfort with maintenance software and performance dashboards
Preferred: Trade certifications, AppFolio/Yardi experience, multifamily background.
Why Join Smartland
$65,000–$80,000 salary
Medical, dental, vision
PTO + paid holidays
Executive-level visibility and portfolio-wide impact
Growth-focused, performance-driven culture
Real opportunity to shape systems and build teams
If you’re a results-driven maintenance leader ready to scale operations and build something long-term, apply today.
CI: Technical Expert, Architect, Administrator, Scholar
Loc: Domestic

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No