Facility Maintenance Supervisor

Breaking Ground•New York, NY

About The Position

Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness. Williamsburg Safe Haven Located in Brooklyn, the Williamsburg Safe Haven serves 78 individuals not yet ready to transition into permanent housing, as well as those who may have struggled in other housing programs. The Williamsburg Safe Haven offers an alternative to life on the street: private, safe, clean, and affordable short-term accommodations. On-site case management and clinical services are available to meet the needs of its residents and to help those ready to move into secure permanent housing. Facility Maintenance Supervisor Reporting to the Assistant Director, Facility Maintenance, Transitional Housing, the Facility Maintenance Supervisor, Programs oversees the day-to-day building operations, including all functions and supervising the staff of the Maintenance Department. The Facility Maintenance Supervisor directly impacts the quality of life of all tenants by providing a structurally safe, exceptionally clean and highly maintained positive environment. The Facilities Maintenance Supervisor utilizes a preventative maintenance plan, and performs electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and general carpentry work. The Facility Maintenance Supervisor assigns tasks and coordinates inspections with tenants, supervisors, peers, and related city agencies and oversees the maintenance of the building systems through work orders, purchasing, and building inspections to ensure the building maintains its certificate of fitness.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or Trade School Certification required
Minimum 3 years working in the building trades or related field
Previous experience using Maintenance Connection, or another Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) system required
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams, and some property management programs like MRI Outlook
Basic skills in plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, and dry wall application
Required: current S-12 Fire Sprinkler, S-13 Standpipe, S-95 Fire Alarm Systems Certifications, and F-80 Certificate of Fitness for Coordinator of Fire Safety and Alarm Systems required. Must obtain within first 30 days of employment
Ability to read and understand English
Ability to work with diverse population, including persons with mental illness and histories of homelessness

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory experience preferred
Taken supervisory and managerial training seminars preferred
Preferred: F-07 and W-07 Fitness for Fire and Emergency Drill Conductor Certifications; T-89 and F-80

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day building functions and supervise the maintenance and housekeeping staff
Manage building complexities that includes building management system requiring training and ongoing maintenance; heating systems; unit turnover
Manage building maintenance services and systems with contractors and supervisors
Coordinate, dispatch, and verify work performed both physically and via the work order system
Oversee work order system and unit-turn-over process
Assist with preparation of annual building-wide inspections conducted by DHS, DOH, DOB, FDNY, and other agencies
Address tenant concerns about maintenance via meetings or written notices
Respond to emergency calls and rectify existing conditions
Respond to summons, violations, and city complaints
Assist in developing strategies to reduce violations and summons
Maintain inspection logs for standpipe/sprinkler; maintenance logs; and all federal, state, and city regulations
Ensure building compliance with all building and health codes
Perform other duties as assigned