Maintenance Supervisor - Public Housing

Rm Ha; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 50,187 - 53,243; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

A local housing authority in Rocky Mount is looking for a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee maintenance operations in public housing. The role involves ensuring high-quality maintenance services, conducting inspections for HUD compliance, and leading a team of maintenance personnel. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in a residential maintenance setting, strong technical knowledge, and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in maintenance and repair.
• 3+ years supervising maintenance personnel.
• Valid N.C. driver's license and drug screening compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise daily activities of maintenance personnel.
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with HUD standards.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies.

Skills

Leadership

Technical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

HVAC systems

Plumbing systems

Electrical systems

Job description

Career Opportunity

Maintenance Supervisor - Public Housing

Lead the Team. Maintain the Standards. Serve the Community.

The Housing Authority of the City of Rocky Mount (RMHA) is seeking an experienced and results-driven Maintenance Lead Tech for our Weeks Armstrong Community to plan, direct, and coordinate maintenance operations across agency properties. This leadership role ensures timely, cost-effective, and high-quality maintenance services in compliance with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) standards and Agency policies.

The Maintenance Lead Tech plays a critical role in supporting strong performance under HUD federal assessment programs, including maintaining compliance with Real Estate Assessment Center (REAC), National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) standards, and contributing to high scores under the Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS).

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Supervision

• Plan, direct, and supervise daily activities of maintenance personnel.
• Review and approve time sheets and monitor staff productivity.
• Provide hands‑on support when workload demands exceed staffing capacity.

Maintenance Operations & Compliance

• Ensure timely vacant unit turnaround and quality make‑ready standards.
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with HUD and REAC/NSPIRE standards.
• Address unsafe or hazardous conditions immediately.
• Respond to after‑hours emergencies and oversee on‑call activity.

Inspections & Quality Control

• Conduct regular property walk‑through inspections.
• Inspect completed work performed by maintenance staff and contractors.
• Coordinate move‑in/move‑out inspections with the Facility Manager & Property Manager.
• Identify and resolve deficiencies affecting HUD compliance scores.

Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Proven experience leading and supervising a maintenance team in a residential or public housing setting
• Strong technical knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural components
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with staff, contractors, residents, and leadership
• Ability to respond to after‑hours emergencies and serve as a Critical Service Area employee when required

Education and Experience

High School diploma or possession of a certificate of equivalence of High School Achievement (GED) with additional vocational training preferred and five (5) years' experience in maintenance and repair with three (3) years' experience supervising maintenance personnel equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certifications

• National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE)
• Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT)
• HVAC Certification

Interested applicants must have a valid N.C. driver's license, agree to a Criminal Record Check, and pass a drug screening test. Salary Hiring Range: $50,187.00 - $53,243.39, salary compensation based on background and experience, plus excellent health benefits and retirement.

Send Application and References to

Applications should be mailed to P.O. Box 4717, Rocky Mount, NC 27803 (Attention: Maintenance Lead Tech), delivered to 1065 Pinehurst Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27801 or emailed to [e-mail] - Call 252-450-3527 for assistance.

Posting Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Closing Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Equal Opportunity Employer
Drug Free Workplace