Maintenance Supervisor

Conifer Realty; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan with company match

13 paid holidays

PTO with paid volunteer days

Parental leave (fully paid)

HSAs & flex accounts

Job summary

Conifer Realty is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for our affordable housing communities in Princeton, NJ. The role leads a maintenance team, manages work orders, and ensures safety and resident satisfaction.

The position requires 5+ years in maintenance with supervision, HVAC certification, and proficiency in Yardi or similar systems. On-call rotation and a Monday–Friday schedule apply, with competitive compensation and full benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of apartment or residential maintenance experience, including team supervision.
• HVAC certification and knowledge of inspections, preventive maintenance, and Fair Housing.
• Expertise in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and safety compliance.
• Experience managing budgets, vendors, and maintenance schedules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Yardi or similar systems.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to respond within 30 minutes for on-call emergencies.
• High school diploma or GED (technical or vocational training preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead and train maintenance staff to uphold Conifer’s quality and safety standards.
• Manage work orders, make-ready units, and preventive maintenance schedules
• Coordinate with the Community Manager on budgets, inspections, and resident care.
• Ensure compliance with safety and housing regulations.
• Assist with repairs, groundskeeping, and seasonal tasks when needed.

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor – Affordable Housing

Location: Princeton, NJ

Salary: $26.00 - $28.00 | Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 40hrs | On-Call Rotation

Lead with Skill. Serve with Purpose.

At Conifer Realty, being a Maintenance Supervisor means more than overseeing repairs — it means leading a team that keeps affordable housing communities safe, comfortable, and thriving. You’ll supervise operations — ensuring quality, efficiency, and resident satisfaction.

What You’ll Bring As a Maintenance Supervisor

• 5+ years of apartment or residential maintenance experience, including team supervision.
• HVAC certification and knowledge of inspections, preventive maintenance, and Fair Housing.
• Expertise in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and safety compliance.
• Experience managing budgets, vendors, and maintenance schedules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Yardi or similar systems.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to respond within 30 minutes for on-call emergencies.
• High school diploma or GED (technical or vocational training preferred).

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Lead and train maintenance staff to uphold Conifer’s quality and safety standards.
• Manage work orders, make-ready units, and preventive maintenance schedules
• Coordinate with the Community Manager on budgets, inspections, and resident care.
• Ensure compliance with safety and housing regulations.
• Assist with repairs, groundskeeping, and seasonal tasks when needed.

Why Conifer?

• Competitive pay & annual salary reviews
• 13 paid holidays + 15 days PTO + two volunteer days + 6 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA & flex accounts
• Retirement plans with company match

About Conifer Realty

For 50 years, Conifer Realty has developed, owned, and managed nearly 13,000 apartments across 150+ communities. Our 500-member team shares one mission: to create affordable, thriving, and sustainable communities where people feel they belong.

Conifer Realty LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.

Requirements

Work schedules may include Saturdays, based on property performance needs such as occupancy levels, leasing activity, and rent collections.

When required, weekend coverage will be scheduled on a rotating basis and aligned with business priorities.

Employees are expected to support leasing efforts, resident engagement, and rent collection activities during scheduled weekend hours.

Work schedules are subject to change based on business needs and property performance.