MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

UMH Properties, Inc.; Magnolia (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

401(k) match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Medical/Dental/Vision

Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

EAP

Job summary

UMH Properties, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for the Sandy Valley Estates to manage groundskeeping and maintenance across the community and its homes.

You will lead the maintenance team, coordinate tasks, and ensure safety and quality standards are met throughout daily operations. The role involves supervising staff, working with contractors, and performing repairs while upholding UMH’s standards.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Experience in home repairs, general plumbing, grounds maintenance and operation of heavy equipment.
• Snow plow experience.
• Ability to prioritize safety and attend periodic safety trainings.

Responsibilities

• Oversees maintenance team and coordinates tasks with Community Manager.
• Inspects common areas and coordinates with staff and subcontractors.
• Repairs and maintains community-owned homes and lots; maintains grounds.
• Trains and coaches staff in maintenance and seasonal positions.
• Keeps logs of all work performed and ensures safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Driving safety

Teamwork

Time management

Heavy equipment operation

Safety trainings

Tools

Power tools

Snow plow operation

Job description

Job Description
Job Description
Come join UMH Properties, Inc. and make a difference!
UMH Properties, Inc. is a publicly traded Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:UMH) with over 50 years in the manufactured housing industry. As a company that provides high-quality affordable homes and well-cared for communities in eleven states, we know that our company is only as strong as our people. That is why we provide stable and long lasting careers, with extensive training and opportunities for growth.
We are looking for a Full-time Maintenance Supervisor for our Sandy Valley Estates. The purpose of a Maintenance Supervisor position is to provide overall community groundskeeping and maintenance as well as perform repairs as needed to all community owned homes and lots. Maintenance employees must uphold the UMH standards for professionalism, quality and safety in all work performed.
Maintenance Supervisor Job Description
Job Purpose:
The purpose of a Maintenance Supervisor position is to provide overall community groundskeeping and maintenance as well as perform repairs as needed to all community owned homes and lots. Maintenance employees must uphold the UMH standards for professionalism, quality and safety in all work performed.
Supervisory Responsibilities

• Oversees maintenance team, which may include seasonal grounds and lawn care staff.
• Acts as the lead on assigned projects; coordinates with Community Manager to organize and assign tasks to the maintenance and seasonal staff.
• Manages projects assigned by Regionals and Community Manager; Meets with subcontractors and coordinates/delegates tasks among UMH staff and outside vendors.
• Trains and coaches staff in maintenance and seasonal positions.

Job Duties

• Drive UMH vehicles through the community on a daily basis to inspect all common areas.
• Record violations observed during daily inspections
• Repair and maintain community-owned homes and lots.
• Maintain community grounds including but not limited to mowing lawns, removing leaves and debris, plowing snow.
• Ensure that all company vehicles and equipment are maintained and serviced regularly.
• In communities where this is required: Take daily readings from the water plant and inspect the pump stations, well-houses and treatment plants.
• Keep a log of all work performed in the community
• Complete periodic training to safely work with hazardous chemicals. Be familiar with and comply with the Company’s Hazard Communication Program
• Use and move heavy equipment.
• Safely operate a variety of power tools and hand tools
• Follow lockout procedures of energy isolating devices whenever maintenance or servicing is done on machines or equipment.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with coworkers, managers and community residents.
• The position includes all other responsibilities that may be necessary to fulfill the duties associated with the position or as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
• Safely operate either your personal vehicle for business purposes or a UMH vehicle
• A broad range of experience in home repairs, general plumbing, grounds maintenance and the operation of heavy equipment.
• Snow plow experience
• Ability to prioritize safety in all job duties and attend periodic safety trainings assigned by UMH Properties
• Time management skills
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently to complete job duties

Physical Requirements Of The Job

• Stand for the majority of the workday.
• Frequently lift objects over 20 pounds during the workday.
• Occasionally kneel and crawl as required to perform certain maintenance duties such as working under homes.
• Use of power tools and hand tools
• Use of heavy equipment and moving heavy equipment

Work Environment

• Working both indoors and outdoors
• Exposure to elements of nature such as varying climates and weather conditions, uneven terrain, insects, animals, etc.

Work Schedule

• Full-time schedule, Monday through Friday. Base hours are approximately 40 hours per week.
• Overtime work is required and may be assigned on a regular basis or on a rotating schedule dependent upon community staffing and community needs.
• Overtime work may be required on weekends and holidays.
• Overtime responsibilities include answering incoming calls from residents or coworkers on a company-provided cell phone, assessing and responding to emergencies in the community including, but not limited to, emergency repairs, water leaks and snow plowing.
• In-person attendance is an essential function of this position.

Job Classification

• This is a non-exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Non-exempt employees will be eligible for overtime pay in weeks where actual hours worked exceed forty hours.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
• A broad range of experience in home repairs, general plumbing, grounds maintenance and the operation of heavy equipment.
• Snow plow experience
• Ability to prioritize safety in all job duties and attend periodic safety trainings assigned by UMH Properties
• Time management skills
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently to complete job duties

UMH offers employees a range of benefits:

• Competitive wages with options for annual bonuses and pay increases
• Sales positions include the option to earn commission
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Company-paid life insurance for full-time employees
• Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision insurance
• Voluntary benefit plans: Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Confinement insurance, Life Insurance, Critical Illness coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

UMH Properties, Inc. will explore and provide reasonable accommodations to assist any qualified individual with a disability in performing the essential functions of his/her job. Please speak with human resources should you require an accommodation or have any questions.
UMH Properties, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Candidates please note: You will receive emails regarding the status of your application. Some are autogenerated updates while others are correspondence from our HR team or the hiring manager directly. In some instances, these emails may go to your email SPAM folder. Be sure to check that folder regularly.