Maintenance Site Supervisor

Beacon Communities•Cambridge, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Site Supervisor is responsible for the property’s maintenance and facilities operations, maintaining equipment and machinery, and developing and following the maintenance budget. The position requires living within 30 minutes of the property unless management approves otherwise. The supervisor reports to the Property Manager and has no supervisory reports listed. This is a non-exempt position. The role includes performing and coordinating property maintenance and repairs, managing work orders and preventive maintenance, preparing vacant units for market, tracking supplies and expenses, conducting inspections, and overseeing contractors and capital projects. The supervisor also supports trash and snow removal, painting, repairs, energy conservation, and resident relations. The position may involve emergency on-call shifts and after-hours maintenance, work at other Beacon properties, and transporting supplies using a company or personal vehicle. Compensation is $31.25–$36.06 per hour. New hires are eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus: $500 with the first paycheck and $500 after 90 days of employment.

Requirements

Education, training, and experience in any combination that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties, including related building or property maintenance supervisory experience.
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 and 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; bend at the waist and knees; and shovel snow.
Must live within 30 minutes of the property unless otherwise approved by management.
Demonstrated competencies: teamwork, integrity and ethics, dependability, customer focus, adaptability and flexibility, decision-making and judgment, communication, budget and cost control, managing for results, people development, job knowledge, problem solving and analysis, work-environment safety, planning, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance functions and minor repairs involving electrical systems, plumbing, appliances, flooring, carpentry, painting, and heating or air issues, where a license is not required.
Create, update, and close work orders using a computer and tablet; review and track service-order progress.
Complete minor repairs and improvements in vacant units to prepare them for market.
Perform general carpentry, including wallboard, countertop and cabinet, finish carpentry, window and glass, door and lock, and ceramic tile repairs.
Assist with vinyl floor, cove, and wall-base installation.
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 and 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.
Follow and enforce company policies, rules, safety practices, and regulations.
Complete requested training seminars and online training, and check and respond to emails promptly.