Job Title: Area Maintenance Supervisor
Wage Status: Exempt
Reports To: Community Manager, Regional Maintenance Director, Area Directors
General Job Description Purpose:
The purpose of this job description is to communicate the responsibilities and duties associated with the position of Area Maintenance Supervisor. It should also be noted that responsibilities and duties might not be specifically addressed.
General Position Summary:
The role of the Area Maintenance Supervisor is to manage the process of maintaining the physical integrity of the community. This involves ensuring a safe, secure and comfortable living environment for residents, visitors, and staff. The Maintenance Supervisor will carry out assigned duties in a safe manner and other duties as requested by the Regional Maintenance Director and the Community Manager.
Essential Duties:
- The Area Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for conducting all business in accordance with company policies and procedures and all state and federal laws (such as ADA, Fair Housing, OSHA, HAZCOM Program Lead Based Paint, etc.).
- He/she will perform maintenance tasks personally or delegate to maintenance supervisors. It will occasionally be necessary to oversee and inspect the work performed by maintenance supervisors.
- Ensure that all assigned maintenance supervisors have all safety material current and readily accessible. This includes MSDS sheets, HAZCOM recordkeeping, Lead Based Paint, Mold & Mildew, Pool log, Refrigerant log, EPA regulations, and OSHA requirements. You must be aware of the condition of physical property throughout the community and immediately correct unsafe conditions.
- Ensure all assigned maintenance supervisors have accurate records of preventive maintenance, service requests, and make ready status of all vacant apartments.
- Assist assigned maintenance supervisors with diagnosing and performing minor or routine maintenance or repair involving the following on an as-needed basis:
- Electrical and plumbing (including water lines)
- A/C and heating systems
- Appliances
- Water irrigation systems
- Stairs, gates, fences, patios, and railings
- Tile, carpet, and flooring
- Roofing, gutters, fasteners
- Interior/exterior lights
- Fireplaces, ceiling fans
- Gas fixtures and appliances
- Shutters, doors, cabinets, windows, sliding glass doors Boiler, gas and electric
- Door locks, P.O. boxes and locks
- Security systems
- Ceiling leaks
- Walls
- Pool area, tile, hot tub/spa, pool furniture
- Perform any additional duties as assigned by Community Manager, Regional Maintenance Director or Area Director.
- Learn and comply with all company safety rules and ensure assigned maintenance supervisors are in compliance. Use appropriate safety equipment at all times. Be familiar with all safety features on equipment, machinery, or materials encompassed by job duties. Immediately report any unsafe conditions to the Community Manager and Regional Maintenance Director.
- Assist assigned maintenance supervisors with employee coverage due to vacation, sick or any other foreseen or unforeseen vacancy.
- Enforce any rule/regulations set forth by Regional Maintenance Director. Immediately report any violation of company policy to Community Manager and Regional Maintenance Director.
Education, Knowledge, Skills
- Current Certifications in EPA, CPO, Mold Class
- Minimum of 5 yrs experience in property management
- High school diploma required
- High level of proficiency in written, verbal, and arithmetic skills
- Ability to plan and juggle multi task environment and lead maintenance team
- Ability to train and direct maintenance staff
- Ability to earn future designations as required by Industry standards, EPA regulations, OSHA requirements, etc.
- Must possess solid knowledge of carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc. information as required by daily operations
- Must pass FCM Maintenance Skills Competency Test
Working Environment/Requirements
The majority of time during a typical work day is conducted out on the property, requiring the ability to walk great distances, lift up to 75lbs., climb and be comfortable performing roof work, operate heavy machinery, and withstand extreme outdoor temperatures. A small portion of time will be spent in an office environment, maintaining records and vendor/supply ordering. The associate must have his or her own hand tools and some equipment as dictated by needs of the community and Director of Maintenance. In addition, the associate must have a smartphone device where apps can be utilized (First Communities will provide a cell phone allowance to support this requirement) and reliable transportation.
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