Maintenance Supervisor
Brookdale · Farmington Hills, MI · Yesterday
ManagementFull-time
Responsibilities
- Supervises the general operating maintenance and repair of the buildings and grounds.
- Schedules and responds to maintenance requests for items needing repair in residents' rooms.
- Supervises repairs and maintains vacated rooms, including painting walls and cleaning carpets.
- Inspects completed work for conformance to standards and policies.
- Maintains positive communication with local fire Marshall, building inspector, state elevator inspector, and other governing bodies.
- Conducts in-service fire safety training for all employees.
- Repairs walls, floor coverings, doors, and woodwork in the common areas of the community(s).
- Assesses all plumbing and electrical problems within the community(s) and determines the best course of action to correct the problem.
- Works within the legal scope of local and state codes.
- Reviews safety data sheets (SDS) as requested for potential exposure to hazardous chemicals used and takes necessary precautions.
- Assesses property damage and files property damage claims in accordance with company policy.
- May directly supervise the maintenance technicians and building engineers, delegating tasks, hiring, training, evaluating performance, resolving disciplinary issues, and firing.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED; and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid State Driver’s License required for vehicle travel, as needed.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
- Standing
- Walking
- Sitting
- Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage.
- Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
- Reach with hands and arms
- Climb or balance
- Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Talk or hear
- Ability to lift: Up to 50 pounds
- On-Call on an as needed basis
- Use vision
About Us
Brookdale is a Great Place to Be: Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families. Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members. Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings. Industry leader in clinical care. Nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional. Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.