About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance operations at our residential community. This hands-on leadership role requires a balance of strong technical expertise, project management skills, and team supervision. You will be responsible for overseeing all corrective and preventive maintenance tasks, ensuring our property remains safe, attractive, and operating at peak performance.
Responsibilities
- Perform and supervise tasks including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, painting, janitorial duties, and grounds maintenance
- Prioritize, delegate, and track maintenance service requests
- Execute and manage the Make-Ready/Turn Process including move-out inspections and unit readiness
- Maintain accurate work order records and inventory logs
- Schedule, monitor, and inspect the work of contractors and vendors
- Procure parts and materials within budgetary guidelines
- Assist in preparing and managing the maintenance budget and provide variance reports
- Supervise, train, and evaluate service technicians and maintenance staff
- Participate in the hiring process and new hire onboarding
- Provide performance reviews, set professional goals, and implement development plans
- Conduct regular site walks and inspections
- Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards, SDS requirements, and regulations
- Enforce safety protocols including hazmat handling, lockout/tagout, and PPE usage
- Participate in on-call rotations including weekends and holidays
- Respond to after-hours emergencies
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 5+ years of hands-on property maintenance experience
- 1–3 years of maintenance team leadership or supervisory experience
- Advanced proficiency in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general repairs
- Strong project management skills
- Experience managing vendor contracts and maintenance budgets
- Solid negotiation and conflict resolution abilities
- Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards, SDS documentation, and building codes
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to read and comprehend English
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Availability to work extended hours and respond to after-hours emergencies
- Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crawl, or crouch
- Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds
- Ability to use ladders and power tools
- Ability to operate a vehicle as needed
Skills
- Plumbing
- HVAC
- Electrical
- Carpentry
- Painting
- Project management
- Vendor management
- Budget management
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- OSHA compliance
Location
- Syracuse, NY
Work Type
- Full Time
- On-site
Experience Level
- 5+ years of hands-on property maintenance experience
- 1–3 years of maintenance team leadership or supervisory experience
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Technical/vocational training preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $30-$35/hr+ commensurate with experience
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- PTO
- Holiday Pay
- Performance Based Quarterly Bonuses
