Superintendent

Phipps Houses•New York, NY

69d•Onsite

About The Position

Phipps Houses is seeking a bright, energetic Superintendent for one of its sites in Harlem. This is a live-in role for a 66-unit building, and the Superintendent will be provided with a 2-bedroom apartment. The organization is a not-for-profit developer/owner of affordable housing, involved in development, finance, construction, and asset management of multi-family housing for low to middle-income New Yorkers. They also provide property management and human services through subsidiaries.

Requirements

High school diploma, or a GED with two to three years experience.
Current S13 Standpipe certification.
Current S12 Fire Sprinkler certification.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong problem solving skills.
Superior customer service skills.
Proficient at safety using tools associated with the job.
Knowledge of building codes and safety standards as set forth by the state and federal governments.
Able to walk up and down stairs with tools and equipment.
Flexible in order to address emergencies.
Authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

If a High School Diploma or GED has not been achieved, a minimum of three years’ experience as a Superintendent in a residential building may be considered.
Supervisory experience.
Practical test.
Written communication assessment (for candidates who have not achieved a High School Diploma or GED).

Responsibilities

Manage day to day maintenance and operations of the property.
Ensure transition of apartment turnovers, including oversight of the punch list and acceptance process.
Ensure the timely maintenance of all building operations and systems, including the coordination of preventative maintenance work.
Ensure that the property passes all surveys.
Maintains inspection logs for the sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers and other building systems.
Coordinates with contractors for repair that is outsourced.
Participates in the interviewing and hiring of maintenance staff.
Purchases all maintenance supplies and keeps accurate inventory.
Knowledge of the heating, and water systems in the building.
In the absence of the custodian assist to sweep, mop, dispose of trash, and during inclement weather remove snow.
Maintains fresh paint in the interior & exterior of the property.
Address all work ticket orders to make repairs in apartments.
Prepare and provide facilities updates for Director and funder DHS.
Utilizing Yardi to enter requisitions and follow up on purchase orders with vendors.
Accepts deliveries and provides the packing slips to the administrative assistant.
Utilizing Ulti-pro to approve time off request from custodians.
Attending the hearings for any violations in the facility.
Responsible for reporting any emergencies, and concerns to supervisor.
Participate in supervision, staff meetings, and professional development trainings.