Maintenance Supervisor 1

University at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Division of Student Life at University at Buffalo is hiring for a full-time Maintenance Supervisor 1 within Residential Maintenance Services. You will supervise a multi-trades staff performing maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, and construction tasks across campus facilities.

You will coordinate duties, assign work, review project requirements, and ensure safety codes and regulations are followed. Strong organizational skills, time management, and the ability to work with diverse teams are

Qualifications

• One year of skilled trade experience in mechanical, electrical, building or related trades.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a working supervisor for designated staff.

Skills

Supervision

Scheduling

Payroll

Procurement

Performance management

Leadership

Education

One year skilled trade experience

Tools

Kronos

TMA

On-Guard

GFMS

Job description

The Division of Student Life is accepting applications to fill a full time Maintenance Supervisor 1 position within Residential Maintenance Services. In this role, you will be responsible for complete supervision of a multi-trades staff composed of skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled employees engaged in maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, and construction activities.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Serve as a working supervisor for designated staff
• Assign duties and schedule the coordination of work to be performed to ensure the effective utilization of staff, materials, and equipment
• Complete administrative tasks associated with payroll, procurement, and performance management.
• Supervises and plans the work for subordinate staff.
• Reviews job orders, blueprints, and specifications and, as required, visits the project site to determine dimensions, materials, and labor required to complete the project.
• Prepares rough sketches or plans to scale from oral or written instructions.
• Assigns staff to the project and provides oral instructions and blueprints, specifications and plans.
• Meets with supervisors representing other trades involved in the project to coordinate activities and schedule work to be performed to ensure the effective utilization of staff, materials, and equipment and completion of the project on schedule.
• Observes and inspects work while in progress and when completed to make sure that specific codes and regulations are followed, materials and equipment are used properly, schedules are met, and work is performed according to plan.
• Inspects work performed by outside contractors to ascertain conformance with project specifications.
• Prepares and maintains written records of work performed and completed and accounts for labor and material used.
• Evaluates the work performance of subordinate employees.
• Work within purchasing guidelines and budgetary constraints.

In the event of an emergency, services related to the health and safety of students, faculty, staff, and guests, and the security and maintenance of facilities are essential and must continue. Employees hired into this position are designated as ‘Level 1’ meaning they are considered essential and are expected to report to campus so that these services will continue without disruption.

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• Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.

Student Life is dedicated to creating a student-centered environment that fosters engagement, well-being, and success. Guided by four strategic priorities—student engagement, health and wellness, personalized support, and advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice—we provide transformative experiences that empower students to grow, lead, and thrive. As a member of Student Life, you’ll join a team of passionate professionals united by shared values and a commitment to student success. We think big, act boldly, and pursue excellence with purpose. Together, we build inclusive communities, champion discovery, and celebrate the achievements that shape the UB experience.

Our team recognizes the advantages diverse perspectives and backgrounds bring to the workplace. We are particularly interested in candidates who share this value and will work to achieve the university’s goals of inclusive excellence.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Departmental Operating Needs

• Working knowledge of safety standards and procedures is essential as well as a demonstrated commitment to following those procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable NYS building, ADA and fire codes and regulations is important.
• The ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• This position requires traveling within the campus, between the campuses, and off campus, therefore, the candidate must be able to demonstrate their ability to meet this requirement.
• The incumbent must be able to communicate well with others and possess and demonstrate positive customer service skills.
• Due to the nature of the work, the incumbent must hold the discipline, motivation, and knowledge to successfully complete tasks independently with little to no supervision.
• The incumbent must be able to demonstrate skills at a high level that are appropriate for the trade/position.
• Due to the dependency on this position, the candidate must be willing to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime and have a proven track record of exceptional time and attendance.
• Candidate must have solid computer skills and the ability to learn and properly use software such as Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, Kronos, TMA , On-Guard, GFMS .

Minimum Qualifications

One year of skilled trade experience in the mechanical, electrical, building or other trades subsequent to the completion of an apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience as required for a number of mechanical, electrical or building trades positions.

Preferred Qualifications

• The preferred candidate will have experience in a college/university housing setting and have a proven track record of effective supervision.
• A valid NYS driver’s license is preferred to meet the travel needs of the position.

Our University Community

Prodig+ No

Executive Position

Executive Position No

Physical Demands

The incumbent must be able to position self to remain in a stationary position for extended periods, ascend/descend ladders and scaffolds, and move or transport items weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without an accommodation.

Driving Requirements

Driving Requirements A Class D driver’s license is a required minimum qualification for this position. Employees must operate university owned vehicles for business purposes and be enrolled in the LENS program to verify license validity.

Salary Range

Salary Range $59,049

Additional Salary Information

Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

Work Days

Work Days Weekdays - Monday - Friday

Work Hours

Mon- Fri 7:30 A.M. -4:00 P.M.

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Campus

Campus As Assigned

Posted 10/09/2026

Deadline for Applicants 10/23/2026

Is a background check required for this posting? Yes

Background Check Notification For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.

UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at [e-mail] or by phone [phone].