Assistant Maintenance Supervisor

Conifer Realty LLC•Camden, NJ

3d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Maintenance Supervisor role at Conifer Realty focuses on creating safe, well-maintained affordable housing communities. This position works alongside the Community Manager and Maintenance Supervisor to ensure smooth operations, mentor team members, and uphold high standards for apartments and common areas. It is ideal for experienced maintenance professionals seeking a leadership opportunity.

Requirements

4–5+ years of apartment, residential, or facilities maintenance experience.
Experience with painting, drywall, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs.
High school diploma or GED required.
Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and current auto insurance.
Ability to respond to on-call emergencies within 30 minutes when scheduled.
Experience monitoring inventory and purchasing maintenance supplies within budget.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Strong communication, organization, customer service, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

HVAC experience or willingness to learn.
Previous experience supervising or mentoring maintenance staff.
Vocational training or certifications in HVAC, building maintenance, construction, environmental hazards, or related fields.
OSHA knowledge.
Yardi Voyager experience.
Weekend hours, including Saturdays, may occasionally be required to support leasing activity, occupancy needs, resident engagement, rent collections, or other operational priorities. Weekend coverage is scheduled on a rotating basis.

Responsibilities

Supporting the Maintenance Supervisor in overseeing maintenance operations and serving as backup when needed.
Coordinating apartment turnovers, make-ready units, punch lists, and preventative maintenance schedules.
Performing and assisting with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, groundskeeping, and general building maintenance.
Monitoring maintenance requests to ensure timely completion and communicating updates with the Community Manager.
Coaching, mentoring, and training maintenance team members while helping address performance concerns.
Maintaining maintenance shops, storage areas, tools, equipment, and company vehicles in safe working condition.
Coordinating vendors and contractors by reviewing quality, cost, and timeliness while assisting with project bids.
Monitoring maintenance inventory and purchasing supplies within approved budgets.
Assisting with snow removal, grounds maintenance, emergency on-call responsibilities, and supporting nearby Conifer communities when needed.
Delivering exceptional customer service while maintaining safe, attractive, and well-maintained communities for residents.