Property Maintenance Lead | Multi-Property Hospitality Portfolio
30 days ago
Saint Louis
Job Description Job Title: Property Operations Lead Location: St. Louis, MO Position Type: Full-time, Hourly (30–40 hours/week) Compensation: $24–32/hour (DOE) Benefits: PTO, mileage reimbursement Who Are We? Luminary Cleaning Solutions is a locally owned hospitality field-services company specializing in vacation rental and boutique hotel properties. We provide high-quality cleaning, maintenance coordination, and operational support for short-term rental operators. We are committed to maintaining beautiful, well-functioning properties that deliver exceptional guest experiences. As we expand our client base, we are looking to add a highly capable Property Operations Lead to our team. Overview: As a Property Operations Lead at Luminary, you will take custodianship of the day-to-day operational condition of the properties we service. The expectation of this role is simple but high: At check-in time, any day of the week, the property should be clean, functional, organized, and free of unresolved maintenance issues. Storage spaces should be orderly and properly stocked. Small problems should not be allowed to compound into larger ones. You will be responsible for keeping the gears greased and running — through direct maintenance work, inspections, organization, and coordination with vendors when necessary. This is a hands-on role requiring strong mechanical ability, organization, independence, and problem-solving skills. This is not a managerial position. Why Work for Us? • Semi-monthly compensation, • $24–32/hour starting pay (based on experience), • Paid time off, • Paid training, • Dynamic, hands-on work environment, • Opportunity to grow with an expanding hospitality services company, • High level of autonomy and trust Who Are You? • 2+ years hands-on maintenance experience strongly preferred. Highly resourceful candidates with strong mechanical aptitude but limited direct experience may also be considered., • Experience in apartment maintenance, residential trades, hospitality maintenance, or related field strongly preferred, • Regular availability from Thursday–Monday, 10–6, with flexibility as needed, • Able to pass a background check, • Have a reliable vehicle (SUV, van, or pickup strongly preferred), driver’s license, and car insurance, • Take pride in keeping spaces in excellent condition, • Notice small issues before they become large problems, • Fix things properly, not temporarily, • Maintain clean, organized work areas and storage spaces, • Communicate clearly and proactively, • Work independently without constant oversight, • Are resourceful and able to research and solve unfamiliar problems, • Understand that your work directly impacts guest experience and client trust Job Requirements • Maintaining cleaning schedules and coordinating with housekeepers, • Conducting thorough unit inspections before guest arrivals, • Ensuring properties are clean, organized, stocked, and maintenance issue-free at check-in, stepping in operationally when unexpected issues arise as necessary, • Troubleshooting guest issues and resolving or coordinating resolution promptly, • Maintaining unit inventories and restocking replacement items, • Coordinating laundry logistics and supply movement between properties, • Handling general maintenance tasks on buildings and their components, including basic electrical, plumbing, HVAC troubleshooting, drywall repair, carpentry, painting, and minor exterior repairs, • Handling or coordinating repairs on appliances such as washers and dryers, refrigerators, dishwashers, and other household appliances, • Changing air filters; cleaning coils, drain pans, and condensate lines as needed, • Checking and replacing light bulbs and batteries, • Resetting breakers and replacing fuses, • Unboxing, organizing, and inventorying received supplies, • Using a plunger or auger to open blocked drains, • Steam cleaning carpets when required, • Administering pest control treatments as needed, • Replacing smoke detectors and batteries, • Shoveling snow and spreading salt during winter months, • Performing light landscaping and exterior upkeep when necessary, • Handling or coordinating after-hours emergencies and guest lockouts, • Furniture assembly and proper repair of minor cosmetic damage, • Ozone treatments for smoke remediation, • Coordinating with licensed vendors for larger or specialized repairs, • Other miscellaneous operational and maintenance tasks as required Additional Information: This role requires a proactive, ownership-driven mindset. The right candidate views the properties as their responsibility — ensuring they are consistently clean, functional, and guest-ready without needing to be reminded. If you are looking for a stable, hands-on role where you can take pride in maintaining high standards and keeping operations running smoothly, we encourage you to apply. To apply, please reply to this post with your resume and cover letter and if we think you'd be a great fit for the position, we'll be in touch Company DescriptionLuminary Cleaning Solutions is a locally owned hospitality field-services company specializing in vacation rental and boutique hotel properties. We provide high-quality cleaning, maintenance coordination, and operational support for short-term rental operators. We are committed to maintaining beautiful, well-functioning properties that deliver exceptional guest experiences. As we expand our client base, we are looking to add a highly capable Property Operations Lead to our team.Luminary Cleaning Solutions is a locally owned hospitality field-services company specializing in vacation rental and boutique hotel properties. We provide high-quality cleaning, maintenance coordination, and operational support for short-term rental operators.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to maintaining beautiful, well-functioning properties that deliver exceptional guest experiences. As we expand our client base, we are looking to add a highly capable Property Operations Lead to our team.