Floating Maintenance Manager
About the job
- A high school degree or equivalent is required.
- Personnel supervisory experience is required.
- EPA 608 Type I and Type II certifications and a current Certified Pool Operator certification are required.
- Understanding and ability to repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, and mechanical systems are required.
- Proficiency in computer skills such as Ops Technology and email is required.
- Availability to work weekdays, evenings, and weekends is required.
- Regular attendance and punctuality are required.
- The role requires walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and lifting up to 80 pounds.
- Ability to work with mechanical and electrical equipment and hazardous materials is required.
- Must be comfortable with heights and moving heavy objects.
- Respond to daily maintenance requests and resident and staff repair requests and concerns.
- Prepare apartments for new residents.
- Respond to survey requests from Community Managers and leadership teams.
- Oversee interior and exterior maintenance, repairs, and grounds for multiple assigned properties within the designated market or region.
- Recruit, hire, train, and supervise maintenance associates, conduct regular performance appraisals, and provide feedback with assistance from the Community Manager.
- Ensure the community and grounds are in good repair and provide a safe and attractive environment for residents through regular inspection.
- Maintain grounds and coordinate lawn and other outdoor grounds services from approved vendors as needed.
- Set up and maintain the Community Compliance Manual according to specifications.
- Ensure proper removal and disposal of trash.
- Ensure maintenance items are kept in a safe area to prevent injuries.
- Attend regular meetings and training programs and follow safety and OSHA requirements.
- Maintain regular, predictable availability to residents, management, and staff.
- Travel between and perform work at multiple properties within the designated market or region.
- Two to five years of previous maintenance experience in multi-family housing is preferred.
About the company
Bell Partners focuses on multifamily real estate in the United States. It buys, develops, manages, and eventually sells apartment communities, handling the full lifecycle of each property. Revenue comes from fees for property management, asset management, and construction management, plus gains from appreciation and sales of real estate assets. The company operates by identifying high-growth rental markets, acquiring and developing properties, running them efficiently, and then disposing of assets when appropriate, earning returns through fees and property value increases. What sets Bell Partners apart is its emphasis on controlling the entire lifecycle of apartment communities and its diversified revenue streams, serving institutional investors, private equity firms, and high-net-worth individuals. Its goal is to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns to its investors while providing quality rental housing for residents.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
$350M
Headquarters
Greensboro, North Carolina
Founded
1976
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- August 2026 acquisitions in South San Francisco and Reading added nearly 400 homes near growth hubs.
- Bell Value Add Fund VIII and Growth & Income Fund keep deploying capital into resilient markets.
- Sun Life’s July 2026 backing expands Bell’s acquisition firepower and lowers financing friction.
What critics are saying
- June 2026 D.C. RealPage settlements expose Bell to antitrust scrutiny and future class actions.
- July 2026 Bell Partners became a Sun Life subsidiary, risking strategy shifts and talent departures.
- Rising multifamily supply in Boston, Dallas, and Atlanta compresses rents and transaction spreads in 2026.
What makes Bell Partners unique
- Bell Partners combines acquisitions, management, and development across roughly 70,000 apartments nationwide.
- July 2026 Sun Life integration into BGO gives Bell deeper capital and institutional distribution.
- Bell’s branded local operating model stays intact, preserving resident-facing consistency after ownership changes.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Cell Phone Allowance