Maintenance Site Supervisor

Location: Cambridge, MA | $1,000 sign‑on bonus for new hires ($500 with first paycheck, $500 after 90 days)

About the role

Responsible for the property’s maintenance and facilities operations to enhance the value of the community. Maintains property’s equipment and machinery. Develops and adheres to maintenance budget and expenditures. Must live within 30 minutes of the property, unless otherwise approved by management. Reports to Property Manager; no direct supervision exercised. FLSA status: Non‑exempt.

Founded in 2004, Beacon Communities LLC is a privately‑owned real estate firm that develops, acquires, invests in, and manages a wide range of multifamily housing. Beacon currently owns and manages approximately 150 properties including affordable housing, market rate housing, and mixed‑income housing. Its developments range from new construction, to historic adaptive reuse, to the renovation of existing housing.

Responsibilities

• Performs various maintenance functions as needed, including minor repairs that do not require a license in electrical, plumbing, appliances, flooring, carpentry, painting, and heating/air issues.
• Maintains the work order system; creates, updates, and closes work orders on both a computer and a tablet.
• Completes minor repairs and improvements in vacant units for market‑ready status in a timely manner.
• Performs general carpentry duties such as wallboard repair, countertop/cabinet replacement, finish carpentry, window/glass repair, door/lock repair, and ceramic tile repair.
• Assists with vinyl floor, cove and wall base installation.
• Reviews and tracks progress of service orders.
• Schedules and participates in emergency on‑call shifts and after‑hours maintenance.
• Monitors inventory and purchases of maintenance supplies; prepares purchase orders, requisitions, and contracts for maintenance equipment, supplies, and services.
• Develops and adheres to maintenance budget; authorizes maintenance expenditures.
• Conducts apartment and property inspections.
• Assists with the development and/or updating of Capital Needs Assessment.
• Monitors completion of preventive maintenance schedule.
• Oversees and assists with trash and snow removal.
• Assists with keeping contractor COIs and Service Agreements up to date.
• Oversees capital projects; creates work scopes and contracts as needed.
• Oversees the safeguarding of company equipment, materials, common areas, mechanical rooms, and vacant apartments.
• Assists in minimizing energy and utility usage.
• Assists office staff as needed.
• Assists at other Beacon properties as requested by Supervisors or Managers.
• Maintains decorating replacement schedules; oversees and schedules unit and common area painting.
• Schedules and coordinates exterior siding repairs, emergency roof repairs, and minor repairs to HVAC.
• Picks up and delivers supplies using company vehicle or personal vehicle.
• Preserves and respects resident and applicant confidentiality.
• Fosters a positive, active, and collaborative relationship with residents, communities, and associated agencies.
• Enforces and adheres to company policies, rules, safety practices, and regulations.
• Participates in and completes training seminars and on‑line trainings as requested.
• Checks emails regularly and responds as needed on a timely basis.

Requirements

• Any combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described, including related building or property maintenance supervisory work experience.
• Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician preferred.
• Designated certifications for property type where required.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use of hand tools and small power tools.
• Must be computer proficient.
• Ability to supervise maintenance staff.
• Must possess neat and orderly work habits.
• Maintains a valid driver’s license.
• Possesses adequate knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and heating standard practices.
• Professional demeanor and solid interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle emergency and pressure‑sensitive situations due to complexity and time sensitivity when resolving problems.
• Physical capabilities: able to lift 50 pounds, climb and work on ladders, work with arms raised overhead, stand/walk for long periods, climb stairs, bend at waist and knees to lift boxes, appliances, furniture, shovel snow, etc.

Skills

• Beacon Core Competencies (all positions): Teamwork, Integrity/Ethics, Dependability, Customer Focus, Adaptability/Flexibility.
• Beacon Management Competencies (management positions): Decision‑Making/Judgement, Communication, Budgets/Cost Control, Managing for Results, People Development.
• Beacon Maintenance Supervisor Competencies: Job Knowledge, Problem Solving/Analysis, Work Environment Safety, Planning, Interpersonal Skills.

Pay

$31.25 – $36.06 per hour. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness Benefits: quality medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees regularly scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours per week; HSA/FSA options available.
• Work‑Life Balance: 13 paid holidays per year; paid time off policy including