Maintenance Supervisor

Gilbane Development Company•Ypsilanti, MI

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Gilbane Development Company is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor in Ypsilanti, Michigan. The role is responsible for daily physical building-related activities and for implementing and maintaining the owner’s energy management, preventive maintenance, quality standards, operating objectives, and goals. Work should protect and maximize the value of the property. The Maintenance Supervisor oversees building and grounds maintenance, operating systems, vendors, and subcontractors, while ensuring compliance with applicable OSHA and other regulatory guidelines and industry best practices. The role also operates and manages building management systems and supports utility optimization through effective usage management and procurement. The position requires operating, testing, maintaining, and restoring property systems to working order, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical and lighting, structural, and life safety systems. The job may involve a flexible schedule, including after-hours or on-call duties.

Requirements

At least 5 years of maintenance engineering experience, with knowledge of commercial, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
High school diploma or equivalent, with technical school certification.
General maintenance skills, including carpentry, painting, and locksmithing.
Valid driver’s license that must be maintained.
Knowledge of technical terms used in HVAC, plumbing, and/or electrical work.
Strong knowledge of building trade tools and equipment.
Good verbal and written communication skills in English, and customer service skills.
Ability to work well as a team player and manage multiple tasks.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Excellent attendance record and willingness to work a flexible schedule, which may include after-hours and/or on-call duties.
Must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test if offered a position.

Responsibilities

Supervise vendors and subcontractors as needed.
Maintain preventive maintenance and overall schedules.
Institute and manage maintenance and operational best practices for buildings, grounds, and operating systems.
Ensure maintenance work and testing performed by personnel, vendors, and subcontractors comply with OSHA and other regulatory guidelines and industry best practices.
Operate and manage building management systems, including HVAC, lighting control, security, and life safety systems.
Manage utility usage and procurement to optimize utilities.
Operate, test, maintain, and restore HVAC, plumbing, electrical and lighting, structural, and life safety systems to working order.