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Breaking Ground Maintenance Supervisor III in Bronx, New York

Maintenance Supervisor III

Betances, 445 East 142nd Street, Bronx, New York, United States of America

Req #2684

Monday, October 21, 2024

ABOUT US: - We believe that everyone deserves a home!

Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness.

But we didn't stop at providing housing. Breaking Ground's programs and services help people experiencing street homelessness - especially those who have been on the streets the longest - to come indoors. Through our Street to Home outreach program and transitional housing resources, we help people get, and stay, on the path to a permanent home.

Located in the South Bronx, Betances Residence offers 152 units of supportive housing to low-income and formerly homeless seniors. Center for Urban Community Services provides s enior-specific programming to help tenants remain physically and mentally active , as well as promote social interaction. Breaking Ground coordinates property manag ement services.

Reporting to the Building Director, the Maintenance Supervisor, I I I oversees the day-to-day building operations including all direct supervision of the m aintenance s taff . These activities directly support the residents and contribute to Breaking Ground’s overall mission of ending homelessness. This position directly impacts the quality of life of all tenants by providing a structurally safe, exceptionally clean, and highly maintained positive environment.

These buildings are the prominent buildings for Breaking Ground’s perm anent housing portfolio . Additionally, t hey provide space for public and private event s, fundraising and tours.

The Maintenance Supervisor develops a preventative maintenance plan, performs electrical, plumbing, mechanical , and general carpentry work. The Maintenance Supervisor assigns tasks and coordinates inspections with tenants, supervisors, peers , and related city agencies ; and oversees maintenance of building systems through work orders, purchasing , and building inspections. The Maintenance Supervisor e nsure s the building maintains certificates of fitness.

The Maintenance Supervisor must reside on site and provide after-hours emergency coverage.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES :

  • Manage day - to - day building functions and supervise the maintenance and housekeeping staff

  • Manage 1 5 0- 1 75 units , building complexities that include s building management system requiring training and ongoing maintenance; heating systems ; unit turnover

  • Oversee the maintenance contracts for elevators

  • Manage building maintenance services and systems with contractors and supervisors

  • Coordinate, dispatch, and verify work performed both physically and via the work order system

  • Oversee work order system and unit - turn - over process

  • Assist with preparation of annual building-wide inspections conducted by DHS, DOH, DOB, FDNY, and other agencies

  • Address tenant concerns about maintenance via meetings or written notices

  • Respond to emergency calls and rectify existing conditions

  • Respond to summons, violations , and city complaints

  • S trategi ze to reduce violations and summons

  • Assist in preparation of annual budget and maintain budget for maintenance department

  • Maintain inspection logs for standpipe/sprinkler ; maintenance logs ; and all federal, state , and city regulations

  • Ensure building compliance with all building and health codes

  • Perform other duties as assigned

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma, GED, or Trade School Certification required

  • Minimum 4 years working in the building trades or related field

  • Minimum 2 years of s u pervisory experience

  • Previous experience using Maintenance Connection, or another Compute rized Maint enance Management System ( CMMS ) system required

  • Taken supervisory and managerial training seminars preferred

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams , and some property management programs like MRI Outlook

  • Basic skills in plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, and dry wall application

  • Required: current S-12 Fire Sprinkler, S-13 Standpipe, and S-95 Fire Alarm Systems Certifications

  • Preferred: F-07 and W-07 Fitness for Fire and Emergency Drill Conductor Certifications

  • If needed for the building, complete any required certifications within first six months of employment

  • Ability to read and understand basic floor plans

  • Ability to read and understand English

  • Ability to work with diverse population, including persons with mental illness and histories of homelessness

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

Other details

  • Pay Type Hourly

  • Min Hiring Rate $30.77

  • Max Hiring Rate $34.07

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  • Betances, 445 East 142nd Street, Bronx, New York, United States of America
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