Location: Work from Home Type of Employment: Full-time Work Shift: US Business Hours

About Us

At OurAssistants, we connect U.S.-based property management companies with highly skilled virtual professionals who help streamline operations, improve efficiency, and support long-term growth. We are committed to building high-performing remote teams that deliver operational excellence. Learn more at ourassistants.com.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Director with strong AppFolio expertise to lead and optimize maintenance operations for a growing U.S.-based property management company. This is a leadership role focused on building scalable systems, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring high-quality maintenance service delivery across the portfolio. The ideal candidate has strong experience managing maintenance teams, overseeing vendors, and implementing process improvements in fast-paced property management environments.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance Operations Management Oversee day-to-day maintenance operations, work order management, and vendor coordination. Ensure timely completion of maintenance requests while maintaining service quality standards. Monitor escalations and implement solutions to improve turnaround times and resident satisfaction. Systems & Process Improvement Build and implement scalable maintenance workflows and operational systems. Establish SOPs, service standards, and maintenance best practices. Identify operational bottlenecks and recommend process improvements. Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and support maintenance coordinators and operational staff. Monitor team performance and accountability through KPIs and reporting. Conduct workflow reviews, coaching sessions, and operational check-ins. AppFolio Management & Reporting Manage maintenance workflows, reporting, and tracking within AppFolio. Ensure accurate documentation of work orders, vendor updates, and maintenance records. Generate reports related to maintenance efficiency, service quality, and operational metrics. Vendor & Portfolio Oversight Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and technicians to ensure service completion and compliance. Support larger property management portfolios with scalable maintenance oversight. Maintain vendor accountability and performance standards. Qualifications & Requirements Minimum 4–5+ years of experience in property management maintenance operations. Strong hands-on experience with AppFolio (required). Proven leadership experience managing maintenance teams or departments. Experience supporting larger property management portfolios or scaling maintenance operations. Strong systems-thinking and process improvement mindset. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Hands-on maintenance knowledge including HVAC, plumbing, appliance troubleshooting, and general maintenance workflows is a strong plus. Additional Requirements Open to candidates residing in the Philippines or Latin America. Must have a stable internet connection and a remote-ready workstation.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience Permanent remote work setup Leadership and career growth opportunities Supportive and operations-focused work environment