Maintenance Site Supervisor

Beacon Communities•Canton, MA

8d•$33 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Site Supervisor is responsible for property maintenance and facilities operations at Blue Hills Village in Canton, Massachusetts, with the goal of enhancing the value of the community. The role maintains property equipment and machinery, develops and adheres to the maintenance budget, and authorizes maintenance expenditures. The supervisor reports to the Property Manager and exercises no supervision, although the qualifications state the ability to supervise maintenance staff. The employee must live within 30 minutes of the property unless otherwise approved by management. The position is non-exempt and includes a $1,000 sign-on bonus for new hires, paid in two installments: $500 with the first paycheck and $500 after 90 days of employment. The role handles a wide range of maintenance tasks, work orders, inspections, preventive maintenance, purchasing, vendor coordination, and capital projects. It also schedules and participates in emergency on-call shifts and after-hours maintenance, and may assist at other Beacon properties as requested. The position requires use of a company or personal vehicle to pick up and deliver supplies, preservation of resident and applicant confidentiality, and collaboration with residents, communities, agencies, and office staff. Beacon Communities LLC is a privately owned real estate firm founded in 2004. It develops, acquires, invests in, and manages multifamily housing and currently owns and manages approximately 150 properties. The company describes its communities as designed with care, consideration, and compassion, and seeks to create healthy, vibrant communities that contribute to the vitality of cities and towns.

Requirements

Related building or property maintenance supervisory work experience, or a combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating ability to perform the duties.
Knowledge and skill in the safe use of 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 resolution.
Ability to lift 50 pounds; climb and work on ladders; work with arms raised overhead; stand or walk for long periods; climb stairs; bend at the waist and knees to lift boxes, appliances, and furniture; and shovel snow.
Demonstrate teamwork, integrity and ethics, dependability, customer focus, and adaptability and flexibility.
For management positions, demonstrate decision-making and judgment, communication, budget and cost control, managing for results, and people development.
Demonstrate maintenance supervisor competencies in job knowledge, problem solving and analysis, work environment safety, planning, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician certification.
Certifications designated for the property type where required.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance tasks and minor unlicensed repairs involving electrical, plumbing, appliances, flooring, carpentry, painting, and heating or air-conditioning issues.
Maintain the work order system; create, update, and close work orders using a computer and tablet.
Complete minor repairs and improvements in vacant apartments so they are ready for the market in a timely manner.
Perform general carpentry, including wallboard, countertops and cabinets, finish carpentry, windows and glass, doors and locks, and ceramic tile repairs.
Assist with vinyl floor, cove, and wall base installation.
Review service orders and track their progress.
Schedule and participate in emergency on-call shifts and after-hours maintenance.
Monitor maintenance supply 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 current.
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 other Beacon properties as 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 as needed 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.
Voluntary life, critical illness, hospital care, and accidental injury coverage options.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Childcare and eldercare support.
Career development and advancement opportunities.
$1,000 sign-on bonus for new hires, paid as $500 with the first paycheck and $500 after 90 days of employment.