Superintendent

Services for the UnderServed; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,991 - 28,472; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacations

Short-and-Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Services for the UnderServed is hiring a Superintendent for their residential program in the Bronx, New York. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining the building's operations, ensuring safety compliance, and addressing resident concerns. The role requires at least 5 years of experience in building maintenance, including knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and paid vacation. This is a full-time position with a salary of approximately USD $17.59 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in building maintenance and operations.
• Experience with electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Ability to perform routine repairs and maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure maintenance and safe operation of the building.
• Respond to building emergencies and coordinate services.
• Maintain professional communication with residents and staff.

Skills

Building Maintenance

Emergency Response

Vendor Coordination

Compliance Monitoring

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

SUS is seeking a Superintendent for their residential program building in the Bronx.

Salary

USD $17.59/hr

Scope of Role

The Superintendent is responsible for the overall maintenance, operation, and safety of the assigned building. This role ensures all building systems function properly, resident concerns are addressed promptly, and the property is maintained in a clean, safe, and compliant condition.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Building Maintenance & Operations: Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs across building systems, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and general repairs. Conduct daily inspections of common areas, mechanical rooms, and grounds. Troubleshoot building issues, respond to repair requests, and complete all preventive maintenance on schedule.
• Building Systems & Compliance: Monitor and maintain building systems such as boilers, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire safety equipment. Assist with inspections, maintain required logs, and promptly report any deficiencies or potential safety risks to management. Ensure compliance with all local codes, safety regulations, and inspection requirements.
• Vendor & Contractor Coordination: Provide access to contractors and vendors performing on-site work, ensure adherence to safety and building policies, and verify completion and quality of contracted services.
• Cleaning, Grounds & Waste Management: Oversee or assist with cleaning of common areas, ensure proper garbage disposal, and maintain sidewalks, entryways, and outdoor areas, including snow removal when required.
• Emergency Response: Respond to building emergencies such as leaks, outages, or safety hazards. Take immediate action to mitigate damage, protect residents, and coordinate emergency services as needed. Maintain on-call availability per operational needs.
• Resident & Staff Interaction: Maintain respectful, professional communication with residents, staff, and security. Address maintenance concerns, provide updates on repair status, and enforce building rules as directed by management.
• Inventory, Reporting & Administration: Monitor maintenance supplies and equipment, maintain organized storage areas, complete work orders and inspection logs, provide regular updates to management, and assist with unit turnovers to ensure apartments are move‑in ready.

Benefits Overview

We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Prescription, Vision, Life Insurance; 403(b); Credit Union; FSAs; Short-and-Long-Term Disability; Transportation Plan; Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Must possess at least 5 years’ experience with building functions, including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, heating and ventilation systems as well as completing routine tasks such as fixing leaky pipes, painting rooms, patching drywall, and fitting locks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information and including all other statuses protected by Federal, State and Local laws. SUS is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of service animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Leave Team at [e-mail].