Maintenance Superintendent

The Michaels Organization • Fort Wayne, IN

27d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Superintendent is responsible, under the direction of the Community Manager or Maintenance Manager, for the overall maintenance of one or more residential sites. The role covers inspections, repairs, work-order scheduling, contractor coordination, maintenance materials and records, equipment upkeep, and support for apartment inspections and turnovers. The superintendent also helps train maintenance staff and ensures professional service to residents, contractors, and the property management team.

The work includes light electrical and plumbing repairs, carpentry, painting, custodial assistance, and repairs to items and areas such as appliances, fixtures, flooring, roofs, fencing, concrete, and masonry. The position participates in evening, weekend, holiday, and emergency on-call coverage; follows building codes, OSHA standards, and company safety policies; and performs other duties as assigned.

Work conditions vary from clean rental units to dirty plumbing and grounds work. The role may involve exposure to cleaning solvents, paint fumes, dust, sharp objects, and live electrical wiring. The listed salary is $21.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Three or more years of full-time maintenance experience or experience in a related field.
• Formal training or experience in carpentry, light plumbing, light electrical work, painting, refurbishing, cleaning, and air-conditioning.
• Willingness to assist with work outside repair maintenance, including janitorial, custodial, gardening, and painting.
• Boiler license when required by the property facilities.
• Familiarity with contract work hours and OSHA standards.
• High school degree or equivalent trade-related courses.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Mechanical and trade skills and abilities relevant to the work.
• Ability to work professionally with coworkers and residents in a demanding environment.
• Ability to work safely and follow safety directives.
• Ability to read, speak, and comprehend work instructions and safety notices in English.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call hours when required.

Nice To Haves

• Residential property maintenance experience.
• College education or advanced technical training.
• Certifications required by the specific property.

Responsibilities

• Participate in maintenance projects and periodically inspect units, buildings, and common areas; perform repairs and janitorial assistance as needed.
• Schedule work-order requests according to maintenance priorities.
• Coordinate maintenance-related contractor activities and, when applicable, negotiate contracts and scopes of work.
• Control and use maintenance materials, and train maintenance technicians and coworkers.
• Maintain accurate records for preventive maintenance, work orders, apartment refurbishing, annual inspections, inventories, and purchase orders; maintain knowledge of contracts, suppliers, services, and goods.
• Assist the Community Manager or Maintenance Manager with scheduling annual apartment inspections and conducting move-in and move-out inspections.
• Perform light electrical repairs, light plumbing work, replacement of broken or damaged items, carpentry, painting, custodial work, and repairs to concrete, masonry, roofs, and fencing; assist the exterminator when required.
• Participate in an on-call schedule for evening, weekend, holiday, and emergency coverage.
• Ensure storage areas and entrances are locked and adequate lighting is maintained.
• Stay current on and comply with applicable building codes.
• Know the locations of water and gas meter cut-offs, apartment and fixture cut-offs, and sewer clean-outs, and post a map of them.
• Operate in accordance with OSHA standards and company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on equipment according to manufacturers’ recommendations and operating manuals.
• Interact effectively, promptly, and professionally with residents, contractors, and the property management team regarding maintenance services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive wage.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Children may apply for the Michaels Employee Scholarship Program.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED