Maintenance Supervisor

Pratum Companies; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare benefits

Paid vacation (2 weeks)

Paid holidays (11)

Job summary

Pratum Companies is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor in the United States (Baltimore, MD area) to lead on-site maintenance, oversee repairs, and ensure optimal operation of heating, electrical, and plumbing systems. You will manage make-ready, supervise a maintenance team, and coordinate with contractors for improvements.

The role requires substantial knowledge of residential building systems, relevant licenses/certifications, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in residential property management or related field.
• HVAC/CFC certifications required or designations
• Lead paint certifications may be required
• Proficient with maintenance programs and MS Office tools

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance repairs and upkeep of the property.
• Oversee make-ready process for move-ins.
• Initiate and oversee improvement projects and supervise contractors.
• Develop scopes of work and bid work to qualified contractors.
• Control expenses and assist budgeting.
• Maintain vendor relationships and negotiate pricing.
• Direct maintenance team and provide training development.
• Oversee Preventative Maintenance program and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with housing requirements for leasing and management.
• Foster customer service and curb appeal focus.
• Manage payroll and overtime.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Building systems

HVAC

Leadership

Communication

Education

HVAC Certification

CFC Certification

Lead Paint Certification

CAMTI/CAMTII

Tools

Outlook

OneSite

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor

The maintenance supervisor is responsible for conducting general maintenance and repairs on facility equipment and property structures. Ensuring that the heating, electrical and plumbing systems perform at optimum functionality. The goal is to maintain the facilities and common areas in the best possible condition.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with the on-site team in managing all maintenance-related repairs and upkeep of the property.
• Manage the make ready process to ensure apartments are prepared for move-in in a timely fashion.
• Initiate, perform & oversee maintenance projects that improve curb appeal, maintain and optimize building systems, and monitor contractor performance.
• Develop scopes of work for small improvements/services and seek out qualified contractors to bid the work.
• Manage expenses properly in accordance with owner goals and actively seek to minimize expenses regularly, through the proposal process and pricing negotiation, as well as the budgeting process.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, negotiate pricing, collaborate on approved vendor list.
• Direct supervision and support for the maintenance team on a daily basis, including identifying training and development opportunities and holding the team accountable for the condition of their buildings and work areas.
• Direct the Preventative Maintenance program, ensure timely completion and thorough documentation.
• Adhere to all local, state and federal housing requirements as it relates to leasing and management of the property.
• Create and motivate a team that focuses on customer service and curb appeal on a daily basis.
• Manage and control payroll and overtime.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must be detail oriented and hard working.
• Extensive knowledge of residential building systems a must, including but not limited to, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, condensing units, roof fans.
• Professional building system licenses are preferred and may be required based on the building type of the assigned property.
• HVAC and/or CFC certifications required (or other applicable designations)
• Lead paint certifications (as necessary)
• CAMTI and CAMTII are preferred
• Proficient using maintenance related programs, Microsoft Word, Excel, email and web searches.
• Excellent communication skills, including writing, proof reading skills, and speaking.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work assignments from a variety of staff and volunteers.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in person and by phone and email, with high professionalism.
• Successful candidates will exhibit a demonstrable passion for high quality results and a can-do attitude.
• Ability to accomplish innovative projects with little supervision.
• Fantastic customer service and high expectations for quality.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends and on an emergency basis.

Education:

The position requires the ability to read and write English fluently, the ability to accurately perform intermediate mathematical functions and the ability to understand and perform all on-site resident management software functions.

Professional Experience:

A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in residential property management or a related field is required.

Attendance/Travel Requirements:

The position requires the ability to work any of the seven days of the week, 52 weeks of the year. Due to the property staffing limitations, it is extremely critical that individuals be able to work their scheduled hours on a consistent basis and, if necessary, overtime hours when requested. The position requires the ability to serve on-call, as scheduled or as necessary. Travel may be required at times to attend various owner gatherings either in the general vicinity of the associates home property, or in another state. You must also be able to attend certain resident events that are held after hours.

Computer Skills:

• Minimum of basic knowledge of computers
• Ability to use Outlook and OneSite
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Word and Excel
• Minimum of basic Internet knowledge

Physical Demands

• Must be capable of physically accessing all exterior and interior parts of the property and amenities.
• Must be able to push, pull, lift, carry or maneuver weights of up to 50lbs. independently and 100 lbs. with assistance.

Learning & Development:

Maintain a commitment to ongoing personal development and career growth though career path activities provided through the corporate office and external sources as needed.

This role is non-exempt and has an anticipated hourly pay rate of $28 an hour for a new employee depending on a number of relevant factors including individuals’ experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, client/property or company budgetary limitations/guidelines, and other job-related company and market considerations. This position may be eligible to receive discretionary and/or performance-based bonuses on a spot or annual basis, which are variable depending on individual merit/performance, budgetary limitations, company performance, and other job-related factors. This non-exempt role will be eligible for overtime for all hours worked in excess of 40 per week. Full-time positions (30+ hours/week) are eligible for 2 weeks paid vacation, 3 weeks sick and related leave, 11 paid holidays, and health & welfare benefits as outlined on the Company’s website.

• 2 weeks paid vacation
• 3 weeks sick and related leave
• 11 paid holidays
• health & welfare benefits as outlined on the Company’s website.

To learn more about our company and our benefits, go to: https://pratumco.com/careers/

Pratum Companies is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.