Maintenance Supervisor

We Search People; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Employer‑paid life and AD&D insurance

Short‑ and long‑term disability

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and 3+ weeks of PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

We Search People is seeking a hands‑on Maintenance Supervisor to oversee maintenance at a 212‑unit apartment community in Middletown, CT. This working supervisor will lead one technician while handling repairs, resident service and property turns.

You’ll manage preventative maintenance, safety, repairs and vendor coordination, using maintenance software and OSHA/EPA knowledge to maintain a high‑quality, safe living environment.

Qualifications

• At least three years’ property-maintenance experience.
• Experience leading or supervising maintenance staff.
• Strong practical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, general repairs and safe use of hand and power tools.
• Valid driver’s license and a high-school diploma or equivalent.
• Comfort using computers and maintenance software.
• Knowledge of EPA and OSHA requirements; CPO and EPA/Universal Refrigerant certifications preferred.
• Ability to work on site five days a week, with flexibility for weekends, holidays, overtime and on‑call coverage.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, schedule and support one Maintenance Technician; delegate work orders and inspect completed work.
• Maintain the appearance, safety, condition and functionality of the community’s buildings and grounds.
• Complete routine and emergency work orders, participate in on‑call coverage, and ensure maintenance support is available for emergencies.
• Diagnose and complete HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance and pool‑related repairs.
• Coordinate apartment turns and make‑readies, ensuring repairs and services are completed correctly and on schedule.
• Maintain accurate records for preventative maintenance, service requests, expenditures, make‑readies and works in progress.
• Keep the maintenance shop, tools, spare parts and materials organised, stocked and ready for common repairs.
• Work with vendors and contractors, obtain bids where needed, and oversee external services.
• Use maintenance‑management systems on a computer and iPad to update and close work orders.
• Maintain OSHA and safety standards, identify and correct hazards promptly, and lead regular safety conversations with the maintenance team.
• Communicate professionally with residents, prospective residents, vendors and colleagues, delivering a responsive and positive service experience.

Skills

Leadership

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Safety awareness

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EPA/ OSHA certifications

Maintenance software

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor | Apartment Community

Location: Middletown, CT

Salary: $25–$28 per hour ($52,000–$58,240 annually), plus eligibility for quarterly performance bonuses up to $500 and shared monthly renewal bonuses of $50 per renewal.

I’m recruiting for a hands‑on Maintenance Supervisor to oversee maintenance at a 212‑unit apartment community. This is a working supervisor role: you’ll lead one Maintenance Technician while staying involved in repairs, resident service, turns and the overall condition of the property.

What you’ll do

• Lead, mentor, schedule and support one Maintenance Technician; delegate work orders and inspect completed work.
• Maintain the appearance, safety, condition and functionality of the community’s buildings and grounds.
• Complete routine and emergency work orders, participate in on‑call coverage, and ensure maintenance support is available for emergencies.
• Diagnose and complete HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance and pool‑related repairs.
• Coordinate apartment turns and make‑readies, ensuring repairs and services are completed correctly and on schedule.
• Maintain accurate records for preventative maintenance, service requests, expenditures, make‑readies and works in progress.
• Keep the maintenance shop, tools, spare parts and materials organised, stocked and ready for common repairs.
• Work with vendors and contractors, obtain bids where needed, and oversee external services.
• Use maintenance‑management systems on a computer and iPad to update and close work orders.
• Maintain OSHA and safety standards, identify and correct hazards promptly, and lead regular safety conversations with the maintenance team.
• Communicate professionally with residents, prospective residents, vendors and colleagues, delivering a responsive and positive service experience.

What you’ll need

• At least three years’ property‑maintenance experience or relevant equivalent experience.
• Previous experience leading or supervising maintenance staff.
• Strong practical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, general repairs and safe use of hand and power tools.
• Valid driver’s licence and a high‑school diploma or equivalent.
• Comfort using computers and maintenance software.
• Knowledge of relevant EPA and OSHA requirements; CPO and EPA/Universal Refrigerant certifications, including R410A, are preferred.
• Ability to work on site five days a week, with flexibility for weekends, holidays, overtime and on‑call coverage.
• Ability to walk the property, climb stairs, bend, kneel, lift and carry supplies up to 50 lbs.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Employer‑paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short‑and long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Paid holidays and 3+ weeks of paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per year
• Four weeks of paid parental leave
• Employee assistance, pet insurance, legal/ID protection and additional voluntary benefits