Superintendent

Principal Responsibilities

• Supervise all repairs and preventive maintenance tasks within the buildings and on the grounds.
• Supervise building maintenance staff including handymen, porters, and drivers.
• Report directly to the Residence Director on a daily basis.
• Respond to all daily requests for repairs.
• Maintain the heating and ventilating systems.
• Respond to light electrical repairs.
• Perform light plumbing work, which includes cleaning stoppages, replacement of fittings, etc. Clear all sewer drains and traps.
• Maintain the common area lighting, emergency exit doors and lights, laundry facilities, etc.
• Maintain outdoor grounds-landscaping, painting, snow removal, and storm maintenance.
• Participate in and be responsible for a stand-by-emergency schedule for evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Maintain stock inventory and utilization of maintenance materials and supplies.
• Conduct inspections as required for prevention maintenance program and keep accurate records of such inspections.
• Update Insurance Certificates.
• Check all licenses, permits, operating certificates, and renew as needed.
• Responsible for all major repairs and determine if an outside repair person is needed. Monitor work done by repairmen.
• Additional responsibilities as required.

Competencies

• Knowledge of building structures, systems, and equipment
• Skilled in basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work to complete building repairs
• Knowledge of Department of Housing and Urban Development ("HUD") rules and regulations that apply to fair housing and building maintenance and safety
• Knowledge of NYC law, rules and regulations regarding building maintenance and safety including but not limited to HPD, FDNY, DEP, DSNY, DOB
• Knowledge of basic office practices, procedures, and equipment
• Ability to prepare clear, concise reports and make appropriate recommendations within scope of responsibility
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, supervisors, residents, community service agencies, and the public
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and multiple demands to accomplish tasks in accordance with established requirements
• Skilled in analyzing situations in order to identify problems and offer possible solutions
• Skilled in communicating with all types of people in a wide variety of situations

Skill and Education

• 5+ years of experience in residential building maintenance and repair
• 1+ year of supervisory experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), including document creation, spreadsheet management, and email/calendar use
• Relevant certifications, including FDNY Certificates of Fitness as required
• Valid drivers license with clean driving record

Physical Demands

• Required Constantly: Walking, lifting of materials and tools, climbing stairs
• Required Frequently: Climbing ladders, operating machinery
• Required Occasionally: Shoveling of snow

Compensation

$23 - $25 per hour.

Benefits

• Major medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• pre-tax commuter benefits
• FSA
• 403(b) with employer contribution
• plus generous vacation, sick leave and holidays