Maintenance Supervisor (Newport News, Virginia)
About The Position
The Maintenance Supervisor, also referred to in the description as the Service Manager/Maintenance Superintendent, is responsible for the physical upkeep and maintenance of the community. Reporting to the Property Manager, the role maintains and operates mechanical equipment and supervises maintenance employees. The position oversees maintenance work, repairs, preventative maintenance, safety, contractors, purchasing, records, and resident relations. The supervisor ensures maintenance coverage for emergencies, including participating in an after-hours on-call rotation. The role also monitors the community’s asbestos, lead-based paint, and mold and fungi Operations and Maintenance programs, ensuring that personnel and contractors are informed when work may disturb these substances and that work and records comply with the applicable programs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Current driver’s license.
- CFC Certificate.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations and SDS standards.
- Ability to meet the described physical demands, including frequently lifting and/or moving up to 100 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- HVAC skills.
- CPO Certification.
- Plumbing skills.
- Carpentry skills.
- Electrical skills.
Responsibilities
- Train, direct, and evaluate maintenance staff; hire and terminate employees in accordance with company policy and under the Property Manager’s direction.
- Counsel and document maintenance employees’ performance and work attitudes.
- Establish schedules and assign routine maintenance tasks.
- Ensure maintenance coverage for emergencies and respond to emergency work orders while on call.
- Perform work safely and train staff to follow safety practices; conduct and document monthly safety meetings and emphasize safety for new employees.
- Inspect buildings, grounds, and common areas to identify preventative maintenance needs, cleanliness and grounds issues, and current or potential safety hazards.
- Maintain a clean, safe, organized shop and equipment storage area in compliance with OSHA requirements, including maintaining the Hazard Communication Program, SDS, required posters, and OSHA summary forms.
- Complete apartment maintenance and repairs in response to work orders, aiming to complete work orders within 24 hours.
- Prepare vacant apartments for occupancy according to company guidelines.
- Schedule maintenance contractors and obtain bids and proposals as directed; use contract labor when cost-effective and approved by the Property Manager or Regional Property Manager.
- Follow budget guidelines and company purchasing directives and procedures.
- Maintain operating manuals, warranty records, and inventory and parts records.
- Keep abreast of developments, products, and cost-effective repair methods.
- Maintain high standards of resident relations.
- Complete and return monthly preventative maintenance sheets.
- Monitor community O&M programs for asbestos, lead-based paint, and mold and fungi; notify relevant specialists, consultants, contractors, and employees when work may disturb these substances, ensure work follows the established programs, and maintain related records and reports for compliance.
- Perform technical work accurately and perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long-term disability
- Vacation leave
- Sick leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
