Maintenance Supervisor – Lead Team in Affordable Housing

Conifer Realty LLC; Highland Park (NJ); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual salary reviews

Paid holidays & PTO

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan

Parental leave

Job summary

Conifer Realty LLC is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a team responsible for safe, affordable housing communities in Highland Park, NJ. You’ll supervise repairs, manage work orders, oversee preventive maintenance, and collaborate with the Community Manager on budgets and resident care.

Qualified candidates have HVAC certification, 5+ years of residential maintenance, strong leadership, and experience with budgets, vendors, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of apartment or residential maintenance experience with 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.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Preventive maintenance

HVAC certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Yardi

Microsoft Office

Job description

Conifer Realty LLC is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a team responsible for safe, affordable housing communities in Highland Park, NJ. You’ll supervise repairs, manage work orders, oversee preventive maintenance, and collaborate with the Community Manager on budgets and resident care.

Qualified candidates have HVAC certification, 5+ years of residential maintenance, strong leadership, and experience with budgets, vendors, and safety compliance.