Key Responsibilities

• Staff Leadership: Hire, train, schedule, and evaluate maintenance technicians. Assign daily work orders and ensure high-quality, efficient task completion.
• Preventive Maintenance: Develop and implement proactive maintenance programs to minimize equipment downtime and extend the lifespan of building assets.
• Site Inspections: Conduct regular property and safety inspections to identify required repairs and ensure adherence to local building codes and safety standards (such as OSHA).
• Vendor & Contractor Relations: Source, negotiate, and coordinate with external contractors and vendors for specialized or large-scale repairs.
• Inventory & Budget Management: Monitor monthly maintenance budgets and maintain an optimal inventory of tools, parts, and supplies.
• Tenant Relations: Respond promptly to urgent maintenance requests and tenant complaints to ensure a high standard of living or operational efficiency.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• Technical Expertise: Advanced knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
• Leadership & Organization: Strong communication skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team. Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) is highly valued.
• Experience: Typically requires 3-5 years of hands-on maintenance experience, with previous supervisory or lead-technician experience preferred.
• Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is standard, though trade school certifications or degrees in facility management are strong assets.