JOB TITLE: Housing Maintenance Supervisor

REPORTS TO: Maintenance Manager

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Supervise housing repair technician staff. Review and confirm completed maintenance tasks, through visual inspection and documentation.  Ensure timely service and upkeep of housing, and see that it is done in a timely and professional manner. Protect staff, property and workers through safe worksite practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

§  Coordinates the maintenance activities of the repair technicians.

§  Supervises staff in the completion of their daily tasks

§  Oversee preventative maintenance program and organize response for unplanned requests for services.

§  Responsible for company building maintenance operation and assist in equipment inventory control.

§  Identifies present and possible problems and gives instructions for rectification

§  Ensures that workers are provided with the appropriate tools and materials needed to complete assigned daily tasks.

§  Planning, scheduling and cost control of all jobs must be closely monitored and reported to the Head of Department.

§  Monitors employee’s attendance and performance on each project and gives feedback to the Head of Department; motivates & trains staff and suggests areas for further training and development to the Head of Department.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

§  To be on call to make emergency repairs, such as plumbing leaks, lack of water service, gas emergencies, or electrical problems.

Skills

§  This position requires sound up-to-date technical knowledge within the apartment/staff housing/rental property business. Including trouble shooting electrical, plumbing and appliance problems.

§  Requires ability and skill in plumbing repair and installation, domestic and waste water service/supply, appliance repair, interior-exterior painting, carpentry, masonry, and pneumatics systems.  Some refrigeration/HVAC experience helpful.

§  Must have knowledge and skill in hand and power tool usage and operation.

§  At least 3-5 years of successful supervisory experience is required.

§  Bachelor’s or Associates degree is desirable although significant experience and special training e.g. vocational certificates (given prior to 2007) in electrics and plumbing will be considered in lieu of a degree.

§  Personnel management, scheduling and coordination.

§  Personal Requirements

1.       Motivated & organized

2.       Strong communication skills

3.       Capable leader who is comfortable delegating

4.       Flexibility to adjust to changing schedules