Maintenance Facilities Supervisor

Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc.; Town of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance & Facilities Supervisor to oversee the Lancaster Office and grounds. You will manage hands-on maintenance, coordinate preventive upkeep, and supervise staff and vendors to ensure a safe, clean, and professional environment.

The role requires 5+ years in building maintenance, strong knowledge of building systems, and experience supervising contractors. EMS coordination and budgeting are considered assets in this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in building maintenance or facilities management.
• Experience coordinating contractors and supervising staff preferred.
• Experience with energy management systems (EMS) monitoring is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, drywall, doors, locks, lighting, and HVAC coordination.
• Maintain the corporate office, parking lots, sidewalks, landscaping, and outdoor areas.
• Coordinate seasonal groundskeeping activities including snow removal, lawn care, and landscaping services.
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and coordinate contractors and vendors for specialized repairs and facility projects.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and building emergencies.
• Monitor facility systems and recommend capital improvements and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, safety, and building regulations.

Skills

Building systems knowledge

Plumbing basics

Electrical basics

Carpentry

Painting

HVAC coordination

Grounds maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Vendor management

Budgeting

Microsoft Office

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Maintenance & Facilities Supervisor is responsible for the overall maintenance, repair, appearance, safety, and functionality of the Lancaster office and surrounding grounds. This position performs hands‑on building maintenance while coordinating preventive maintenance, vendor services, and facility improvement projects to ensure a safe, clean, and professional work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, drywall, doors, locks, lighting, and HVAC coordination.
• Maintain the corporate office, parking lots, sidewalks, landscaping, and outdoor areas.
• Coordinate seasonal groundskeeping activities including snow removal, lawn care, and landscaping services.
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and maintain maintenance records. Coordinate and oversee contractors and vendors for specialized repairs and facility projects.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and building emergencies.
• Monitor facility systems and recommend capital improvements and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, safety, environmental, and building regulations.
• Manage maintenance supplies, equipment, and facility-related budgets as assigned.
• Support office moves, furniture assembly, event setup, and other facilities-related needs.
• Supervise facilities staff or contractors as assigned and prioritize daily work activities.
• Oversee general office cleaning and janitorial services, including supervising janitorial staff or contractors and coordinating supplier-provided training as needed.
• Perform occasional janitorial duties based on operational needs.
• Monitor the facility’s energy management system (EMS), identify and report issues, and coordinate with the EMS contractor as needed.

Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or GED required. Technical, trade school, or vocational training in facilities maintenance or a related field preferred.

Experience

5+ years of building maintenance, facilities, or property maintenance experience, including experience coordinating contractors and performing a broad range of building repairs. Experience with general office cleaning and janitorial supervision, as well as monitoring an energy management system (EMS), preferred. Previous supervisory experience preferred.

Skills

Knowledge of building systems, basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, HVAC coordination, grounds maintenance, preventive maintenance, vendor management, budgeting, Microsoft Office, and strong troubleshooting and customer service skills.

Competencies

Problem solving, initiative, organization, attention to detail, communication, customer focus, adaptability, safety awareness, accountability, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

Working Conditions (Physical demands)

Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing ladders, lifting up to 50 pounds, operating maintenance equipment and power tools, and working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Must be available to respond to urgent facility issues as needed.

Location:

Lancaster Office

Pay Range:

$75,000 - $85,000*

• The salary range listed for this position represents the good faith and reasonable minimum and maximum pay for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, training, knowledge, education, and overall qualifications. The posted salary range reflects just one component of our total rewards package. Other components of the total rewards package may include participation in group health and/or dental insurance, retirement plan, wellness program, paid time away from work, and paid holidays.

Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

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