Maintenance Manager

United Payroll•Syracuse, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The United Group of Companies, Inc. is seeking a full-time Maintenance Manager to join their team at a professionally managed multi-family housing community in Syracuse, NY. The company has over 50 years of experience in real estate development and management, focusing on creating vibrant communities. They are recognized as a Top Workplace and have received awards for their management company. The Maintenance Manager will be responsible for overseeing all maintenance operations at the assigned site, ensuring the quality of work, managing staff, and maintaining the property within budget guidelines.

Requirements

High School Diploma; applicable Work History.
5 - 10 years of experience in residential property maintenance is preferred.
Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry and heating systems.
Demonstrates integrity on a personal and professional level.
Exceptional communication and willingness to work respectfully with all people.
Ability to solve problems and to perform all assigned tasks with good work and safety habits.

Responsibilities

Assesses and prioritizes all work to be performed on assigned site.
Maintains inventory of equipment, tools, and work materials.
Establishes and completes daily work schedules for maintenance duties and ensures quality of work.
Regularly performs inspections of maintenance work.
Supervises all vacant apartment make-ready procedures and ensures productivity of staff through routine inspections.
Makes recommendations for supplies, materials, and equipment orders.
Evaluates maintenance operations periodically to determine cost efficiency.
Notifies Property Manager or Area Manager of all problems and potential issues of concern.
Maintains working knowledge of all utility sources and supply lines.
Completes regular inspections of the assigned property and handles all emergency situations.
Communicates all details of incidents to the Property Manager or Area Manager.
Assists the Property Manager & Maintenance Supervisor with the scheduling and status of units under renovation.
Establishes and maintains preventative maintenance items.
Consults with the Property Manager to maintain the property within the guidelines of the budget.
Assists with budget based on scope of work and resource requirements.
Holds quarterly meetings with site maintenance staff reviewing safety, organization, training, and policy review.
Performs annual maintenance inspections and schedules service on all equipment and site-specific property facilities (community areas, garages, pools, playgrounds, fitness centers, maintenance shops).
Schedules emergency service as needed.
Maintains capital needs of the communities and assists with all capital projects.
Develops and manages a detailed project schedule and work plan.
Provides project updates on a consistent basis to the Property Manager & Area Manager about strategy, adjustments, and progress.
Utilizes industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution.
Manages and negotiates contracts with vendors and suppliers.
Enforces all health and safety rules and regulations according to state/federal laws and company protocol.
Supervises Maintenance Supervisor, Lead Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Technician(s) and Porter(s).

Benefits

Medical – Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern NY – 3 insurance plans with HSA options
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance – Company paid Basic Life Insurance Policy (1x Annual Salary) with additional Voluntary Life Plans
401K Retirement Plan – Voya Financial
Employee Assistance Program
United Concierge Medicine (24/7 telemedicine service, including Mental Health)
Calm App premium subscription
Learning Care Group (childcare tuition discount)
Dependent Care FSA
Tuition Assistance Program
Personal Time Off (24 Hours)
Sick Time Off (56 Hours)
Vacation Time Off (80 Hours; escalated over tenure period based on years of service up to 160 Hours)
10 Company Paid Holidays