Facilities Supervisor – Housing & Safety

Bowery Residents Committee (BRC); New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental plans

Vacation & holidays

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

FSAs for healthcare, transit, and more

Legal and financial resources

Job summary

Bowery Residents Committee (BRC) is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance operations at its headquarters and shelter facilities across Manhattan and NYC boroughs. You will oversee housing-related maintenance, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and manage a team responsible for repairs, preventive maintenance, and coordination with contractors.

The role requires hands-on leadership, experience with building systems, and the ability to operate in residential and program

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in building maintenance.
• Ability to work in residential, shelters, or institutional environments.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to the maintenance team by assigning work, monitoring performance, mentoring technicians, and ensuring timely completion of work orders.
• Supervise maintenance staff and maintain the cleanliness and condition of both interior and exterior facilities.
• Perform and oversee repairs involving carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical systems, and other general maintenance trades.
• Coordinate and execute preventive maintenance programs for HVAC systems, domestic hot water systems, and other critical building equipment.
• Ensure required inspections, testing, and documentation are completed for elevators, sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, and fire extinguishers in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Coordinate and oversee the work of outside contractors to ensure quality, safety, and timely completion of projects.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

English proficiency

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Bowery Residents Committee (BRC) is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead maintenance operations at its headquarters and shelter facilities across Manhattan and NYC boroughs. You will oversee housing-related maintenance, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and manage a team responsible for repairs, preventive maintenance, and coordination with contractors.

The role requires hands-on leadership, experience with building systems, and the ability to operate in residential and program