About the Role
Goddard Riverside is seeking an experienced and dependable Live-In Building Superintendent to oversee the daily maintenance, safety, cleanliness, and physical condition of a 34-unit supportive housing property in New York City. The Superintendent ensures that the building, apartments, common areas, mechanical systems, and grounds are properly maintained and that maintenance concerns are addressed promptly.
Responsibilities
- Conduct daily inspections of the building and common areas.
- Respond to resident maintenance requests and complete work orders promptly.
- Perform basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general maintenance.
- Monitor heating, hot water, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, elevator, and other building systems.
- Identify and report hazardous or unsafe conditions.
- Maintain hallways, stairwells, lobby, basement, mechanical rooms, and exterior areas.
- Assist with apartment turnovers and preparation of vacant units.
- Coordinate access for vendors, contractors, inspectors, and management.
- Monitor contractor and vendor work.
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, inspection records, and inventory.
- Assist with HPD, HUD, NSPIRE, HQS, fire safety, and other inspections.
- Address inspection deficiencies and report outstanding issues to management.
- Monitor pest control concerns and coordinate extermination services.
- Maintain appropriate maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment.
- Respond to building emergencies in accordance with established procedures.
- Work cooperatively with property management and supportive services staff.
- Maintain professional boundaries and respect resident privacy and confidentiality.
- Supervise or coordinate maintenance/porter staff when assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
- Maintain a professional presence at the property.
- Be available to respond to building emergencies in accordance with the property's on-call and emergency procedures.
- Respond promptly to emergency building conditions when required.
- Immediately notify management of serious emergencies or conditions affecting residents or building safety.
- Maintain professional boundaries with residents and staff.
- Not allow personal activities or visitors to interfere with job responsibilities.
- Follow all buildings, company, safety, and emergency policies.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of building maintenance or superintendent experience preferred.
- Experience working in residential or supportive housing is a plus.
- Knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, HVAC, and general building maintenance.
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve routine maintenance issues.
- Knowledge of HUD, HPD, NSPIRE, HQS, or other housing regulations is a plus.
- Must be dependable and punctual.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple responsibilities.
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Able to lift 50lbs, stand for extended periods, walking distances, climbing stairs, operate required equipment power tools, mechanical equipment, etc., climb ladders, enter and exit tight spaces.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Lift and carry maintenance supplies and equipment.
- Safely operate common maintenance tools and equipment.
- Perform routine inspections throughout the property.
Skills
- Microsoft office suite
- Yardi Voyager
Location
- New York, NY
Work Type
- Live-In
- On Call
- Full-Time
Experience Level
- 3 years preferred
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
- FDNY Sprinkler and Standpipe S12, S13, S95, P99 certification(s) required.
Salary/Compensations
- $31.25 - $33.65 Hourly
About the Company
- Goddard Riverside is a well-established Manhattan community-based agency with an annual operating budget of approximately $50 million.
- Goddard Riverside is one of New York City’s leading human service organizations meeting the basic needs of children, youth and families, homeless people, and older adults across Manhattan and New York City.
Equal Opportunity
- We are committed to building an inclusive workplace community grounded in respect for differences. We support hiring a broadly diverse team of qualified individuals who will contribute to our organizations.
- Goddard Riverside and Isaacs Center provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
