Maintenance Supervisor 1

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

Job summary

University at Buffalo seeks a Maintenance Supervisor 1 in Residential Maintenance Services. You will supervise a multi-trades team engaged in maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, and construction activities across campus facilities.

Responsibilities include assigning duties, scheduling work, reviewing job orders and plans, coordinating with other trades, and ensuring compliance with codes, safety standards, and project schedules.

Qualifications

• One year of skilled trade experience in mechanical, electrical, building, or related trades.
• Preferred experience in a college/university housing setting with supervision.
• A valid NYS driver's license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a working supervisor for designated staff.
• Assign duties and schedule work to ensure effective utilization of staff, materials, and equipment.
• Complete administrative tasks including payroll, procurement, and performance management.
• Supervises and plans the work for subordinate staff.
• Reviews job orders, blueprints, and specifications; visits project sites as needed to determine dimensions, materials, and labor.
• Prepares rough sketches or plans to scale from instructions.
• Coordinates with other trades to complete projects on schedule.
• Inspects work to ensure compliance with codes, safety, and plans.
• Inspects external contractors' work for conformance with project specifications.
• Maintains written records of work performed and materials used.
• Evaluates the work performance of subordinate employees.
• Works within purchasing guidelines and budget constraints.

Job description

Maintenance Supervisor 1

Position Information

Position Title: Maintenance Supervisor 1

Department: Residential Maintenance Services

Posting Link: https://apptrkr.com/9888250 https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64653

Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Division ofStudent Life is accepting applications to fill a fulltime Maintenance Supervisor 1 position within ResidentialMaintenance Services. In this role, you will be responsible forcomplete 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 seremployed 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, asrequired, 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 writteninstructions.
• Assigns staff to the project and provides oral instructions andblueprints, specifications and plans.
• Meets with supervisors representing other trades involved inthe project to coordinate activities and schedule work to seremployed 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 completedto make sure that specific codes and regulations are followed,materials and equipment are used properly, schedules are met, andwork is performed according to plan.
• Inspects work performed by outside contractors to ascertainconformance with project specifications.
• Prepares and maintains written records of work performed andcompleted and accounts for labor and material used.
• Evaluates the work performance of subordinate employees.
• Work within purchasing guidelines and budgetaryconstraints.

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.

Earn More

• Our benefits, where we prioritize yourwell-being and success to enhance every aspect of yourlife.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalocommunity

About Student Life

StudentLife 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 StudentLife, 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.

Minimum Qualifications

One year of skilled trade experience in the mechanical, electrical,building or other trades subsequent to the completion of anapprenticeship or equivalent training and experience as requiredfor a number of mechanical, electrical or building tradespositions.

Preferred Qualifications

• The preferred candidate will have experience in acollege/university housing setting and have a proven track recordof effective supervision.
• A valid NYS driver's license is preferred to meet the travelneeds of the position.

Physical Demands

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

Salary Range

$59,049

Is a background check required for this posting?

Yes

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Heidi Tschopp

Contact's Pronouns:

Contact's Title: Administrative Assistant

Contact's Email: [e-mail]

Contact's Phone: [phone]

Posting Dates

Posted: 10/09/2026

Deadline for Applicants: 10/23/2026

Date to be filled: