MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT - The Point at Piney Z

Royal American Companies•Tallahassee, FL

5d•$21 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Superintendent is responsible for preserving and maintaining the property under the direct supervision of the Community Manager. The role requires compliance with OSHA standards and company safety policies, accurate maintenance records, professional conduct, strong communication, and reliable attendance. The superintendent performs and oversees property repairs, preventive maintenance, inspections, grounds upkeep, unit preparation, and maintenance of amenities. The position includes emergency standby coverage and local travel as needed for business. The role covers a broad range of apartment maintenance work, including HVAC troubleshooting and repairs that do not involve Freon-system components unless properly certified, light electrical and plumbing repairs, carpentry, painting, custodial work, and equipment maintenance. The superintendent must follow applicable codes and regulations, keep the Community Manager informed of property issues and vendor non-compliance, and assist and train colleagues when appropriate. A high school diploma or equivalent and EPA certification, or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire or promotion, are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
EPA certification or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire or promotion.
Some formal training or experience in carpentry, light plumbing, light electrical work, painting, refurbishing and cleaning, and air conditioning.
Ability to read, understand, and follow handwritten or printed service requests and provide written responses and reports.
Ability to read and understand manuals, instructions, regulations, procedures, warning labels, and directional labels.
Ability to work under time constraints and remain aware of applicable work-safety requirements.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, residents, and vendors; proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English is required.
Limited computer literacy.
Ability to complete assigned tasks in a reasonable amount of time.
Ability to travel for property business and have a government-issued state ID or valid driver's license if required based on location, property, or business needs; the posting also states that a driver's license is required.
Possess and be experienced in using tools and equipment generally associated with multifamily apartment maintenance.
Willingness to accept tasks and responsibilities that may not be strictly related to repair and maintenance.
Ability to safely access all property grounds and multilevel structures in varying grounds and weather conditions, with or without an elevator.
Ability to frequently walk, stand, bend, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, possibly for extended periods.
Required vision abilities include close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.
Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Ability to 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 unassisted.
Ability to tolerate normal levels of caustic chemicals and pest-control chemicals.

Responsibilities

Follow OSHA standards and company safety policies and procedures, complete required safety training, conduct hazard assessments before tasks, and use appropriate safety equipment.
Maintain knowledge of the property's maintenance requirements and ensure repairs comply with local building codes, permitting requirements, and regulations.
Maintain accurate records for preventive maintenance, work orders, unit refurbishing, annual inspections, and inventories.
Participate in the standby emergency schedule for evening, weekend, and holiday coverage.
Perform scheduled maintenance on equipment in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations and operating manuals.
Inspect apartment units, buildings, and common areas regularly; perform repairs and janitorial assistance.
Maintain the grounds according to the procedures manual.
Train colleagues from other communities when appropriate.
Communicate verbally and in writing with the Community Manager at least twice daily, and report unusual or extraordinary property, coworker, or resident circumstances.
Maintain the required property uniform and a professional appearance and attitude.
Monitor maintenance-related contractual obligations and notify the Community Manager of vendor non-compliance.
Troubleshoot property HVAC systems and repair components such as fan motors, thermostats, and contractors; do not perform Freon-system work unless properly certified, and never vent Freon into the atmosphere.
Keep storage areas and entrances locked and ensure adequate lighting.
Obtain a state pesticide-application license if required and, under the general direction of the Regional Manager or Vice President, exterminate units and common areas in accordance with company procedures.
Perform light electrical repairs on appliances, fixtures, switches, outlets, and circuits.
Perform light plumbing work, including clearing stoppages and replacing fittings.
Repair or replace broken glass, tile, screens, draperies, and locks.
Perform carpentry, including fitting doors, freeing windows, replacing or building shelves, and refinishing floors.
Prepare vacant units for re-occupancy, including painting, cleaning appliances, vacuuming, and related tasks.
Assist with custodial work in common areas, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash, and cleaning windows.
Maintain and repair property amenities where applicable, including pools, spas, ponds, and fitness equipment.
Assist other team members when necessary and undertake other assigned tasks.