Director of Maintenance - Kaufmann's

About the role

The Director of Building Services at Sentral is responsible for overseeing all maintenance, repairs, and cleaning operations within Sentral’s properties. Sentral is a network of communities redefining the way people live, offering premium amenities and services in top-tier cities across the United States.

Responsibilities

• Uphold Sentral’s standards, best practices, policies and procedures, and value of excellence in customer service
• Prioritize a strong customer service outlook through personal contact with residents and guests
• Cook up daily with the General Manager on overall maintenance projects
• Inspect sites regularly to identify problems and necessary maintenance
• Prepare weekly maintenance schedules and allocate work based on forecasted workloads
• Employ, supervise and train Building Services team members
• Cook up daily cleaning and maintenance activities
• Oversee all repairs and ensure that work is completed on time
• Maintain all inventory and equipment, and ensure proper storage
• Comply with all health and safety regulations and practices
• Conduct preventative maintenance work
• Conduct follow-ups on all maintenance and repair work
• Conduct safety inspections as scheduled
• Establish strategies to meet workload demands on time
• Complete minor plumbing, electrical and miscellaneous repairs (HVAC boilers, hot water heaters)
• Provide 24/7 support to the Maintenance team
• Perform other related duties and assignments as needed and assigned

Requirements

• 2 years of prior experience as a Maintenance Manager / Director
• Strong knowledge of building trades, cleaning procedures and maintenance
• Solid understanding of health and safety regulations and practices
• Effective budgeting and performance management skills
• Fantastic organizational and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Computer literate with capabilities in email, MS Office and related communication tools
• Great time management skills
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform the following activities with or without reasonable accommodation to be successful in the role:
• Ascend/descend a ladder to complete various maintenance tasks
• Position self to install equipment in fixed spaces and at awkward angles in a repetitive manner and/or extended periods of time
• Work in a space that includes indoor and outdoor spaces, with and without covering
• Move throughout the property as needed
• Transport boxes and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds
• Communicate with other persons in the building
• Observe details in surrounding areas and on a screen

Skills

• Strong knowledge of building trades, cleaning procedures and maintenance
• Solid understanding of health and safety regulations and practices
• Effective budgeting and performance management skills
• Fantastic organizational and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Computer literate with capabilities in email, MS Office and related communication tools
• Great time management skills
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills

Benefits

Community Team Perks + Benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Multiple medical, dental, and vision health plan options beginning the first month after start date, with one fully company-paid plan and HSA and FSA options to set aside pre-tax dollars.
• Invest in Your Future: A 401(k) with a 4% company match available after just three months of employment.
• Time Off That Grows with You: 11 paid holidays plus 8 different types of paid time off (PTO) including personal days, one floating holiday, and Enrichment Hours for volunteering or career development.
• Travel Discount: Team members and their friends and families receive travel discounts when staying at a Sentral community.
• Deep Savings: Discounted rates on pet insurance, attractions, rental cars, shows, events, and more!

Pay

The pay for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

This is an in-person position located on-site of the property.