Maintenance Supervisor - Oak Park, IL

Trinity Property Consultants•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Maintenance Supervisor leads the maintenance team and ensures the optimal functioning of apartment community building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, and elevators. The role resolves escalated issues, supports continuous process improvement and team development, and plans and completes work with attention to creativity and cost-effectiveness. The position oversees facility and maintenance projects, preventive maintenance, work orders, unit turns, inspections, inventory, and repairs. It also involves resident service, troubleshooting building systems, responding to on-call and emergency requests as needed, and maintaining appropriate documentation and professional presentation. The role is based in Oak Park, Illinois, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; some nights, weekends, and occasional holidays may be required.

Requirements

At least 8 years of facilities maintenance experience in multifamily or hospitality settings.
Advanced experience in two or more trades, such as electrical, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, or painting.
Working knowledge of appliances.
EPA Universal Certification.
Ability to perform basic mathematical functions accurately.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and reach using feet, legs, back, arms, and hands; occasional climbing may be required.
Ability to use close, distance, and color vision, depth perception, and adjust focus.
Ability to work at a personal computer and detect auditory and/or visual alarms.
Availability to work extended or flexible hours and weekends as needed; some nights, weekends, and occasional holidays may be required.
Regular attendance and active participation in company functions and events.

Nice To Haves

High school education or equivalent.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification.
Intermediate computer and Internet knowledge.
Ability to use on-site resident management software.

Responsibilities

Set project scope, technical specifications, budgets, schedules, material and equipment requirements, and subcontractor/vendor bidding and management; plan and execute cost-effective facility and maintenance projects.
Anticipate potential problems and implement or oversee preventive actions to ensure community safety and compliance with operating procedures.
Lead and develop the maintenance team, including scheduling, assigning duties, and managing performance.
Direct and oversee maintenance work orders and unit turns in a timely manner while providing excellent customer service to residents.
Complete unit inspections as needed and maintain orderly documentation.
Maintain basic personal tools needed for assigned tasks, such as a hammer, screwdriver, adjustable wrench, tape measure, and flashlight.
Organize, maintain, and use provided supplies cost-effectively.
Pre-diagnose and troubleshoot building systems before scheduling repairs.
Repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, appliance, carpentry, and other issues.
Perform on-call service requests and emergency calls as needed.
Maintain an appearance appropriate to the company’s image.
Complete additional tasks or duties assigned by a supervisor.
Maintain a commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth through company continuing education programs.
Attend and actively participate in or plan for company functions and events.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage; a free PPO-HSA medical plan with a $1,200 annual employer contribution is offered to employees outside California, and California employees may choose between the PPO-HSA and HMO plans.
100% of monthly employee dental and vision premiums covered.
Flexible spending account and dependent care options.
401(k) retirement plan with a 2% employer match; eligible to enroll on the first of the month after 90 days of employment.
Group life insurance and AD&D coverage up to $25,000, plus long-term and short-term disability insurance.
Paid holidays and 2–4 weeks of paid vacation based on years of service, available after 90 days of full-time employment.
Sick leave in compliance with applicable state and local requirements.
$1,000 employee referral bonus for hires made through employee referrals.
Up to 16 hours of annual volunteer time: 8 hours for personal volunteer activities and 8 hours for company-sponsored events.
Employee Assistance Program, including Health Advocate and Travel Assistance Program.
Competitive bonus and commission structures.
Advancement opportunities, professional development training, reimbursement programs, and scholarship opportunities.
Corporate shopping, appliance, and lifestyle discounts.
Lease renewal bonuses.