Maintenance Supervisor

About Us

The United Group of Companies, Inc. is a full-service, vertically integrated leader in real estate development and management with over 50 years of industry expertise. Our mission is to develop, build, and acquire vibrant communities where residents, investors, partners, and commercial clients feel welcome, connected, and fulfilled. We are committed to innovation and have been recognized as one of the Albany Time Union’s Top Workplaces for ten consecutive years and a Top Workplaces USA employer for six years running. Our management company, United Plus Property Management (UPPM), earned the Accredited Management Organization (AMO®) of the Year Award for 2024.

About the Role

We are seeking a full-time Maintenance Supervisor to join the team at Parkstead Copenhagen, a professionally managed multi-family housing community in Copenhagen, NY. This role directs and assists in all phases of maintenance operations under the oversight of the Property Manager.

Responsibilities

• Assess and prioritize all maintenance work, including inventory management of equipment, tools, and materials.
• Establish and complete daily work schedules for maintenance duties while ensuring quality.
• Notify the Property Manager of all problems and potential issues of concern.
• Maintain working knowledge of all utility sources and supply lines.
• Assist the Property Manager with scheduling and status updates for units under renovation.
• Perform painting, cleaning, and other maintenance tasks required for unit renovations.
• Maintain both the exterior and interior of all property buildings.
• Establish and maintain preventative maintenance programs in consultation with the Property Manager to stay within budget guidelines.
• Conduct regular property inspections and handle emergency situations, communicating details to the Property Manager.
• Hold monthly meetings with site staff to review safety, organization, training, and policies.
• Cover or assign after-hours emergency maintenance coverage.
• Actively participate in and follow safety and health programs.
• Conduct regular safety inspections of shops, warehouses, offices, and job sites to ensure safe work practices and conditions.
• Ensure compliance with specific programs (e.g., hazard communication, bloodborne pathogens protection, hearing conservation).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent; applicable work history.
• 5+ years of experience in residential property maintenance preferred.
• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and heating systems.

Physical Expectations & Work Environment

• Ability to stand/walk for 8 to 10 hours daily.
• Frequent body movements including lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Exposure to outdoor spaces, service areas, or environments with variances in air quality, temperature, walking surfaces, lighting, and other physical aspects.
• Potential exposure to substances such as paints, cleaning agents, and chemicals that may be irritants.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions.

Qualities

• Demonstrates personal and professional integrity.
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to handle challenging situations involving residents.

Pay

$25.00 per hour plus a Bonus Program.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Evening and weekend hours required as needed for emergency maintenance.

Benefits

• Medical: Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern NY – 3 insurance plans with HSA options; eligibility on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Dental & Vision: Eligibility on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Life Insurance: Company-paid Basic Life Insurance Policy (1x annual salary) with additional voluntary life plans; eligibility on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• 401K Retirement Plan: Voya Financial; employee contribution eligibility on the 1st of the month following 90 days; employer match after 1 year of service (up to 4% company match).
• Additional Benefits:
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • United Concierge Medicine (24/7 telemedicine service, including mental health).
  • Calm App premium subscription.
  • Learning Care Group (childcare tuition discount).
  • Dependent Care FSA.
  • Tuition Assistance Program.
• Paid Time Off:
  • Personal Time: 24 hours.
  • Sick Time: 56 hours.
  • Vacation Time: 80 hours (escalates based on years of service, up to 160 hours).
  • Eligibility after a 90-day introductory period.
• Holidays: 10 company-paid holidays.