MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT - Independence Landing

Royal American Companies•Tallahassee, FL

2d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Superintendent is responsible for preserving and maintaining the property, under the direct supervision of the Community Manager. The position requires working in accordance with OSHA standards and company safety policies, maintaining professional conduct and attendance, communicating effectively, and building business relationships. The Superintendent performs routine and scheduled maintenance, inspections, repairs, groundskeeping, unit preparation, custodial assistance, and upkeep of property amenities. The role also includes maintaining accurate records, reporting unusual circumstances and vendor non-compliance, supporting colleagues, and participating in emergency coverage. The employee must have an EPA certification or be able to obtain one within 90 days of hire or promotion. A diver’s license is required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
EPA certification, or ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire or promotion.
Diver’s license.
Some formal training or experience in carpentry, light plumbing, light electrical work, painting, refurnishing and cleaning, and air conditioning.
Ability to read, understand, and follow service requests and written instructions, and to complete written responses and reports.
Ability to read and understand manuals, regulations, procedures, warning labels, and directional labeling.
Ability to work under time constraints and remain aware of relevant safety requirements.
English proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking.
Limited computer literacy.
Ability to complete assigned tasks in a reasonable amount of time and communicate effectively with co-workers, residents, and vendors.
Government-issued state ID, or valid driver’s license if required by management based on property or business needs.
Experience using the tools and equipment generally associated with multi-family apartment maintenance, and ability to provide those tools and equipment.
Ability to safely access all property areas in varying ground and weather conditions, including multilevel structures, with or without an elevator.
Ability to frequently walk, stand, bend, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, sometimes for extended periods.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.
Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds without assistance and move large appliances using a hand truck.
Ability to safely use hand tools and power tools, including hammers, screwdrivers, saws, hand-held drills, and circular saws.
Ability to safely ascend and descend various types of ladders without assistance.
Ability to tolerate normal levels of caustic chemicals and pest-control chemicals.

Responsibilities

Follow OSHA standards and company safety policies, complete required safety training and hazard assessments, and use appropriate safety equipment.
Maintain knowledge of property maintenance requirements and ensure repairs comply with local building codes, permitting requirements, and regulations.
Keep accurate records of preventive maintenance, work orders, unit refurbishing, annual inspections, and inventories.
Participate in standby emergency coverage during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Perform scheduled maintenance on equipment according to manufacturers’ recommendations and operating manuals.
Inspect apartment units, buildings, and common areas and perform repairs and janitorial assistance.
Maintain the grounds according to the procedures manual.
Provide training to colleagues from other communities when appropriate.
Communicate verbally and in writing with the Community Manager at least twice daily.
Report unusual or extraordinary circumstances involving the property, co-workers, or residents.
Maintain the required property uniform and a professional appearance and attitude.
Monitor maintenance-related contractual obligations and inform the Community Manager of vendor non-compliance.
Troubleshoot property HVAC systems and repair components such as fan motors, thermostats, and contractors; do not perform work involving Freon-system components unless properly certified.
Keep storage areas and entrances locked and ensure areas are adequately lit.
Obtain a state pesticide-application license if required and perform extermination as directed and in accordance with company procedures.
Perform light electrical repairs, light plumbing work, glass, tile, screen, drapery and lock repairs, and carpentry work.
Prepare vacant units for re-occupancy, including painting, cleaning appliances, vacuuming, and related tasks.
Assist with custodial work in common areas.
Maintain and repair property amenities, where applicable, including pools, spas, ponds, and fitness equipment.
Assist other team members and accept other tasks and responsibilities as needed.
Travel as needed to conduct property business.