Maintenance & Safety Manager

SOUTHERN ARIZONA AIDS FOUNDATION; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation is seeking a Maintenance and Safety Manager to oversee upkeep of residential properties, ensure the safety of residents, staff, and assets, and enforce safety policies. This full-time role in Tucson, AZ requires leadership of the maintenance team and coordination with contractors to maintain secure, well-maintained facilities.

Responsibilities include budget monitoring, vendor management, emergency response coordination, and implementation of safety

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in residential property maintenance.
• At least one year of experience managing an effective and efficient maintenance team.
• Experience with expense management and budget oversight.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Must have a valid AZ Driver’s License and a driving record acceptable to the company.
• Fingerprint clearance through the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
• Ability to climb 2-story ladders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee upkeep and maintenance of SAAF residential properties and ensure safety of residents and staff.
• Coordinate renovations, construction, and contractor work to improve property value and living conditions.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate the Maintenance Team and ensure timely repairs and unit turns.
• Monitor maintenance activities and vendor performance to meet goals.
• Manage property budgets and monitor expenses; identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop and enforce security policies, safety programs, and emergency response readiness.
• Lead safety committee meetings and coordinate organization-wide safety training.

Skills

Team management

Budget oversight

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safety mindset

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: South Park - Tucson, AZ 85714

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $56,871.00 - $71,089.00

Salary

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Scope of Work: The Maintenance and Safety Manager is responsible for overseeing upkeep and maintenance of SAAF residential properties, while ensuring the security and safety of buildings, residents, personnel and protecting the organization’s assets by maintaining a safe and secure environment.

The Maintenance and Safety Manager will establish the agency’s security measures, emergency response readiness and enforces the agency’s safety policies and procedures. Works with subcontractors and vendors providing services, provides oversight for renovation and construction projects, and is responsible for property expenses and budget monitoring.

The Maintenance and Safety Manager will supervise the Maintenance Team and be responsible for the emergency phone. This position is a full-time (40 hours/week), exempt position and may require some evening, weekend, and holiday assignments. Reports to the Chief Programs Officer.

Functional Responsibilities

• Responsible for property renovations and enhancements to improve property value and residents’ quality of life.
• Oversees building renovations and construction of current or potentially newly acquired properties to increase residential offerings to SAAF clients.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate the Maintenance Team, who are responsible for performing repairs, renovations, and unit turns in a timely manner.
• Monitors maintenance activities to ensure that regular maintenance tasks and goals are met timely and accurately.
• Oversees work performed by contractors, including, but not limited to, renovation projects, swimming pool repairs, pest control services, and HVAC services and repairs.
• Responsible for expense monitoring and reduction, including cost containment, consideration of vendor rates, and identifying green and/or energy-efficient options.
• Responsible for property budget monitoring and performance.
• Manages property related grants, including work progress, budget monitoring, and required deliverables.
• Oversee and lead all aspects of safety and emergency preparedness activities for all SAAF facilities such as our tenants’ residences and administrative offices.
• Lead and facilitate the organization’s Safety Committee. This includes coordinating meetings, tracking action items, and ensuring follow-through on safety initiatives.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and coordination of organization-wide training related to safety, emergency preparedness, and emergency response procedures.
• Identifying, implementing and maintaining security processes, safety equipment and emergency services.
• Conducting regular security audits and risk assessments to identify areas of improvement.
• Developing and implementing security policies, protocols and procedures.
• Prepare check requests for property related supplies and bills.
• Builds and maintains relationships with vendors and suppliers utilized for property repair, maintenance, and emergency services.
• Coordinates maintenance of SAAF owned or leased equipment, including maintenance vehicles, as applicable.
• Monitors the security of all residential properties to protect employees and property.
• Provides primary response to emergency maintenance phone (nights, weekends, and holidays).
• Coordinates and attends property inspections, addressing any findings necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in residential property maintenance, including oversight of renovation and construction projects.
• At least one year of experience managing an effective and efficient maintenance team.
• Experience with expense management and budget oversight.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work, perform multiple tasks, meet deadlines, identify, and resolve problems and coordinate work efforts with other staff members.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation, to include, but not limited to, lifting to/from auto to a cart, dolly, vehicle or shelf: occasional lifting above 50 pounds, to only be done with accommodation, in the form of another person or supportive equipment such as a back brace or dolly.
• Ability to climb 2-story ladders.
• Good interpersonal skills; sensitivity to cultural and personal diversity.
• Fingerprint clearance through the Arizona Department of Public Safety (paid for by SAAF).
• Must have a reliable vehicle, a valid AZ Driver’s License and a driving record that will be supported by our liability insurance provider.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with carpentry, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and HVAC systems.
• Experience working in multifamily affordable housing properties.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Pima County Health Department Swimming Pool Operator’s Certification (which can be obtained with SAAF’s financial support following employment if not already in place).

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Operating in a professional office environment, or in our client housing, or outside facilities to complete projects. Requires the ability to use tools, ladders, and office equipment as needed. Requires travelling frequently as needed between SAAF campuses and other locations and moving supplies and equipment.

Physical Requirements

This job is a medium duty job, as defined by the Social Security Administration, CFR. CFR 404.1567 Physical exertion requirements: (c) Medium work: Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. If someone can do medium work, we determine that he or she can also do sedentary and light work.

Affirmative Action

The Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability. People who have used drugs, have performed sex work, people of color, women, members of the LGBTQ+ communities, those who have experienced housing insecurity, people who have received harm reduction services, and people living with HIV/AIDS and/or hepatitis C are strongly encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. Management reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, functions, and requirements.