Supportive Housing Building Maintenance Lead

Goddard Riverside Community Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Goddard Riverside Community Center in New York City is seeking a dependable Building Superintendent to maintain a supportive housing property. The role covers day-to-day upkeep, safety, and resident service, with on-call evenings and weekends.

Strong organizational, communication, and basic trades skills are essential for this on-site position. Responsibilities include inspecting facilities, addressing work orders, coordinating contractors, and ensuring safety standards across systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• FDNY Sprinkler and Standpipe S12, S13, S95, P99 certification(s) required.
• Minimum of 3 years of building maintenance or superintendent experience.
• Experience with HUD, HPD, NSPIRE, HQS, or other housing regulations is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Must be dependable and punctual.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of the building, including hallways, stairwells, lobby, common areas, basement, mechanical rooms, and exterior areas.
• Respond to and complete resident work orders in a timely manner.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs, including basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general repairs.
• Monitor heating, hot water, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, elevator, and other building systems.
• Identify and report unsafe or hazardous conditions immediately.
• Assist with apartment turnovers, move-ins, move-outs, and vacant apartment preparation.
• Coordinate access for contractors, vendors, inspectors, and management staff.
• Monitor vendor and contractor work to ensure repairs are completed properly.
• Assist with HPD, HUD, NSPIRE, HQS, fire safety, and other regulatory inspections.
• Address inspection deficiencies and ensure repairs are completed within required timeframes.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, inspection records, and preventive maintenance documentation.
• Monitor pest control issues and coordinate with extermination vendors.
• Maintain building cleanliness and ensure common areas are safe and presentable.
• Maintain maintenance supplies, tools, equipment, and inventory.
• Respond appropriately to building emergencies and notify management immediately.
• Maintain professional and respectful relationships with residents.
• Work collaboratively with property management and supportive services staff.

Skills

General maintenance

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

HVAC

Communication

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Yardi Voyager

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Goddard Riverside Community Center in New York City is seeking a dependable Building Superintendent to maintain a supportive housing property. The role covers day-to-day upkeep, safety, and resident service, with on-call evenings and weekends.

Strong organizational, communication, and basic trades skills are essential for this on-site position. Responsibilities include inspecting facilities, addressing work orders, coordinating contractors, and ensuring safety standards across systems.