Fairfieldcareers · Portsmouth, VA

Maintenance Supervisor at Fairfieldcareers — Portsmouth, VA

Full-timePortsmouth, VA$28.2–$30.9/hourPosted 2026-07-16Apply on Workday

Full job description

Community:

Whispering OaksNumber of Units:

180

About Fairfield

About the Role

As a Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll lead a team dedicated to keeping our communities safe, beautiful, and fully operational. This role combines hands-on maintenance expertise with leadership responsibilities to ensure resident satisfaction and property preservation.

What You'll Do

Property Maintenance

  • Oversee and perform maintenance repairs across the property.
  • Schedule and monitor preventative maintenance programs.
  • Respond to after-hours emergencies as needed.

Operations

  • Manage service requests using Yardi or similar software.
  • Maintain budgets and inventory for maintenance supplies.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and company policies.

Team Leadership

  • Lead and develop a diverse maintenance team.
  • Provide feedback and coaching for performance improvement.
  • Deliver exceptional customer service to residents.

Why You'll Love Fairfield

  • Driven by Vision: We are a vertically integrated operator and investment manager in the multifamily sector with in-house development, construction, acquisition, and property and asset management services. As we continue to grow, we want you to grow with us.
  • Career Growth & Learning: Fairfield values new ideas at every level. We offer training, coaching, and mentoring to help associates develop their careers and inspire them to create change for the better.
  • Culture of Collaboration: Enjoy a professional, supportive environment where we work together to drive meaningful impact.
  • A Company that Cares: We are proud to offer robust benefit packages with a focus on both quality of care and affordability. We offer competitive compensation plans, 401(k) matching, and paid time off, including sick days and volunteer time off (VTO) to support causes that matter to you.

What We're Looking For

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • HVAC-EPA (Type II) or EPA Universal certification is required.
  • Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification strongly preferred. Associates hired without a CPO certification will be required to obtain within 90 days of hire.
  • Three or more years’ hands-on apartment or building maintenance experience required.
  • Supervisory experience required.
  • Experience with Yardi or other property management accounting software.
  • Strong knowledge of residential plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and appliance repair work.
  • Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English.
  • A valid driver's license is required.

Join Our Team!

Ready to make an impact? Apply today!

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Estimated Rate of Pay:

$28.20 - $30.90

This position is non-exempt; the range above reflects hourly rates.

  • Paid time off, paid holidays and sick days, paid time off for volunteering activities (optional)
  • Matched 401(k)
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Life insurance
  • Pay range is a calculation based on a midpoint price. Fairfield complies with all wage and hour laws, including minimum wage and salary exempt requirements.