Maintenance Superintendent

The Michaels Organization • Freeport, NY

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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 performs and coordinates maintenance, repairs, inspections, work orders, contractor activities, inventory and preventive maintenance while supporting residents and the property management team. The position includes on-call coverage for evenings, weekends, holidays and emergencies, and requires adherence to building codes, OSHA standards and company safety policies.

Work conditions range 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. Physical activities include standing, walking, lifting and carrying items up to and above 30 pounds, pushing and pulling, climbing stairs and ladders, and bending, kneeling, crouching and crawling.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of full-time maintenance experience or experience in a related field.
• High school degree or equivalent trade-related courses.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Mechanical and trade skills relevant to the maintenance duties.
• 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 assist with and work outside repair maintenance, including janitorial, custodial, gardening and painting tasks.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, holidays and on-call hours when required.
• Familiarity with contract work hours and OSHA standards.

Nice To Haves

• Residential property maintenance experience.
• Formal training or experience in carpentry, light plumbing, light electrical work, painting, refurbishing and cleaning, and air-conditioning.
• College education or advanced technical training.
• Boiler license when required by the property’s facilities.
• Certifications required by the specific property.
• Specific skills required by the property.

Responsibilities

• Participate in maintenance projects, periodically inspect units, buildings and common areas, and 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 annual apartment inspections and move-in and move-out inspections.
• Perform light electrical repairs on appliances, fixtures, switches, outlets and circuits.
• Perform light plumbing work, including clearing stoppages and replacing fittings.
• Replace broken glass, tile, carpet, screens, garbage disposals, fixtures, appliances, draperies and locks.
• Perform carpentry, including fitting doors, freeing windows, replacing or building shelves, and sanding and refinishing floors.
• Paint interiors and exteriors; assist with custodial work in common areas, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, trash removal and window cleaning.
• Repair concrete, masonry, roofs and fencing when required, and 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 applicable building codes; know water and gas meter shutoffs, apartment and fixture shutoffs, and sewer clean-outs, and post a map of them.
• Operate within OSHA standards and company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on equipment according to manufacturers’ recommendations and operating manuals.
• Ensure timely, effective and professional interactions with residents, contractors and the property management team regarding maintenance services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Michaels Employee Scholarship Program application opportunity for teammates’ children.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Competitive wage.

What This Job Offers

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