Maintenance Site Supervisor

Beacon Communities•Cambridge, MA

7d•$31 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Site Supervisor is responsible for property maintenance and facilities operations at Church Corner in Cambridge, Massachusetts, helping enhance the value of the community and maintaining its equipment and machinery. The role develops and follows the maintenance budget, authorizes maintenance expenditures, and requires the employee to live within 30 minutes of the property unless management approves otherwise. The position reports to the Property Manager and has no direct supervisory reports listed, although the qualifications call for the ability to supervise maintenance staff. The supervisor performs or coordinates routine and minor repairs, work-order management, unit preparation, preventive maintenance, inspections, supply purchasing, contractor coordination, painting, capital projects, and trash and snow removal. The role also includes emergency on-call and after-hours maintenance, helping office staff and other Beacon properties as requested, and preserving resident and applicant confidentiality. Employees are expected to follow company policies and safety practices and complete required training.

Requirements

Any combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating the ability to perform the duties, including related building or property maintenance supervisory experience.
Knowledge and safe-use skills for hand tools and small power tools.
Computer proficiency.
Ability to supervise maintenance staff.
Neat and orderly work habits.
Valid driver's license.
Adequate knowledge of standard plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and heating practices.
Professional demeanor and solid interpersonal skills.
Ability to handle emergency and pressure-sensitive situations involving complex, time-sensitive problem solving.
Ability to lift 50 pounds; climb and work on ladders and stairs; work with arms raised overhead; stand and walk for long periods; and bend at the waist and knees to lift boxes, appliances, and furniture or shovel snow.
Must live within 30 minutes of the property unless otherwise approved by management.
Demonstrated competencies in teamwork, integrity and ethics, dependability, customer focus, and adaptability and flexibility.
Management competencies include decision-making and judgment, communication, budgets and cost control, managing for results, and people development.
Maintenance supervisor competencies include job knowledge, problem solving and analysis, work environment safety, planning, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician certification is preferred.
Designated certifications for the property type where required.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance functions and minor, unlicensed repairs involving electrical systems, plumbing, appliances, flooring, carpentry, painting, and heating or air issues.
Maintain the work-order system; create, update, and close work orders using a computer and tablet; and review and track service-order progress.
Complete minor repairs and improvements in vacant units so they are ready for the market in a timely manner.
Perform general carpentry, including wallboard, countertop and cabinet, finish carpentry, window and glass, door and lock, and ceramic tile repairs.
Assist with installation of vinyl flooring, cove, and wall base.
Schedule and participate in emergency on-call shifts and after-hours maintenance.
Monitor maintenance inventory and purchases; prepare purchase orders, requisitions, and contracts for equipment, supplies, and services.
Develop and adhere to the maintenance budget and authorize maintenance expenditures.
Conduct apartment and property inspections.
Assist with developing or updating the Capital Needs Assessment.
Monitor completion of the preventive maintenance schedule.
Oversee and assist with trash and snow removal.
Help keep contractor certificates of insurance and service agreements up to date.
Oversee capital projects and create work scopes and contracts as needed.
Safeguard company equipment and materials, common areas, mechanical rooms, and vacant apartments.
Help minimize energy and utility usage.
Assist office staff and work at other Beacon properties when requested by supervisors or managers.
Maintain decorating replacement schedules; oversee and schedule unit and common-area painting.
Schedule and coordinate exterior siding repairs, emergency roof repairs, and minor HVAC repairs.
Pick up and deliver supplies using a company or personal vehicle.
Preserve resident and applicant confidentiality and foster positive, active, collaborative relationships with residents, communities, and associated agencies.
Enforce and follow company policies, rules, safety practices, and regulations.
Participate in and complete requested training seminars and online training.
Check email regularly and respond in a timely manner.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees regularly scheduled to work at least 24 hours per week.
HSA and FSA options.
13 paid holidays per year.
Paid time off including vacation days, personal days, sick time, wellness days, summer flex time, volunteer days, and early-close Fridays.
401(k) program with company match.
Company-paid life insurance, with voluntary life, critical illness, hospital care, and accidental injury coverage options.
Employee Assistance Program.
Childcare and eldercare support.
Career development and advancement opportunities.
$1,000 sign-on bonus for new hires: $500 with the first paycheck and $500 after 90 days of employment.