MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR - Kingston Gardens

Royal American Companies; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Royal American Companies in Macon, GA is seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to oversee property upkeep and safety for residents and staff. The role requires leading maintenance tasks, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards, and coordinating work with property management.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, record-keeping, and training junior staff while maintaining a professional appearance and responding to emergencies as part of a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Formal training or experience in carpentry, light plumbing, light electrical work, painting, refurnishing and cleaning, and air conditioning.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• EPA certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire/promotions.

Responsibilities

• Practice OSHA standards and company safety policy.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on all equipment.
• Inspect apartment units and common areas for repairs.
• Maintain grounds and assist in custodial tasks.
• Supervise maintenance personnel and coordinate service requests.
• Travel for property business as needed.

Skills

OSHA standards

Safety policy compliance

Communication skills

Time management

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Reading/writing English

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Ladders

Power tools

Hand truck

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced. Job Location: Kingston Gardens - Macon, GA 31204. Position Type: Full-Time (30 + hours/week). Education Level: High School/Equivalent. Salary Range: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour. Travel Percentage: Local, as needed for business. Job Shift: Days/Nights/Weekends/On Call. Job Category: Installation - Maintenance - Repair.

Job Summary

Under direct supervision of the Community Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for the preservation and upkeep of the property and the safety of all maintenance personnel of the property. The Maintenance Supervisor will operate within OSHA standards and company safety policies and procedures at all times. Incumbent is expected to have excellent attendance and communication skills, build lasting business relationships, and exhibit professionalism.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Practice OSHA standards and company safety policy.
• Complete continuing education of safety training as required by company and/or State and Federal Law.
• Complete a hazard assessment form before beginning any task.
• Utilize proper safety equipment when exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock.
• Knowledge of all maintenance requirements for the property.
• Ensure all repairs are compliant with local building codes, permitting and regulations.
• Keep accurate records regarding preventive maintenance, work orders, unit refurbishing, annual inspections, and inventories in accordance with procedures established in company procedures manual.
• Participate in a standby emergency schedule for evening, weekend and holiday coverage.
• Responsible for performing scheduled maintenance on all equipment, based on the manufacturer’s recommendations and operating manuals.
• Regularly inspect all apartment units, buildings, and common areas, performing repairs and janitorial assistance in accordance with procedures manual.
• Maintain the grounds in accordance with the schedule set forth in the procedures manual.
• Supervise and schedule subordinate maintenance personnel and service requests while adhering to maintenance priorities.
• Provide training for subordinate employees or colleagues from other communities, when appropriate.
• Report unusual or extraordinary circumstances regarding the property, co‑workers, or residents.
• Maintain the required property uniform and ensure a professional appearance and attitude at all times.
• Be aware of all contractual obligations relating to maintenance to keep the Community Manager abreast of any incidents of non‑compliance from vendors.
• Must have knowledge of property HVAC units. The on‑site Maintenance department must troubleshoot the system and make repairs to fan motors, thermostats, contractors, etc. Repairs involving the Freon system are disallowed unless properly certified; failure to comply results in immediate termination.
• Ensure storage areas and entrances are locked and adequate lighting is maintained.
• Obtain a state license for application of pesticides, if required, and, under general direction of the Regional Manager or Vice President, exterminate apartment units and common areas in accordance with the company procedures manual.
• Perform light electrical repairs on items such as appliances, fixtures, switches, outlets, circuits, etc.
• Perform light plumbing work such as clearing stoppages, replacing fittings, etc.
• Perform replacement and repair of broken glass, tile, screens, draperies and locks.
• Perform carpentry work such as fitting doors, freeing windows, replacing and building shelves and refinishing floors.
• Redecorate vacant units, including painting, cleaning appliances, vacuuming and other related tasks required to prepare a unit for re‑occupancy.
• Assist in custodial work, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash, cleaning windows, etc., in the common areas.
• Maintain and repair all amenities such as pools, spas, ponds, fitness equipment, etc., where applicable.
• Assist other team members when necessary.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Read, understand and follow instructions in handwritten/printed service requests, provide handwritten/typed responses, and complete handwritten/typed reports in accordance with company procedures.
• Read and interpret various manuals, instructions, and printed materials such as regulation manuals and warning labels.
• Work under time constraints.
• Walk, stand, bend, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl for frequent or long periods.
• View properly: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, focus.
• Safely lift and carry weights up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Safely move large appliances using a hand truck.
• Safely use hand tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, saws, and power tools including hand‑held drills and circular saws.
• Safely ascend and descend various types of ladders unassisted.
• Tolerate normal levels of caustic chemicals and pest control chemicals.
• Stay aware of all work‑safety requirements pertinent to the position.
• Travel for property business; require a valid driver’s license or state ID.
• Possess tools and equipment associated with multi‑family apartment maintenance, and experience with specific tools and equipment.
• Willingness to accept other tasks and responsibilities not strictly related to repair and maintenance.
• Proficiency in reading, writing and speaking English.
• Limited computer literacy.

Education and Experience

• Formal training or experience in carpentry, light plumbing, light electrical work, painting, refurnishing and cleaning, and air conditioning.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

Physical Demands

Must safely access all areas of the property's grounds, regardless of conditions, and communicate effectively with co‑workers, residents, and vendors. Complete tasks assigned in a reasonable amount of time.

Qualifications

Must have EPA certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire/promotions.