What are the responsibilities and job description for the Superintendent position at LEFRAK ORGANIZATION?
General Summary
The building Superintendent is to maintain the physical integrity of the property. This involves insuring a safe, secure, and comfortable living environment for residents, visitors and staff. The building Assistant Superintendent will carry out assigned duties in a safe manner and other duties as requested by the Superintendent and/or Property Management personnel. |
Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities: A building Superintendent must possess a variety of skills encompassing most of the construction trades, including: basic skills as an electrician, carpenter, plumber, mechanic, painter, HVAC technician and roofer, as well as being able to perform all the responsibilities of a porter, should the situation warrant. The building Superintendent must always remain aware of their limitations and request the services of a professional when the worker’s lack of expertise requires it. The building Superintendent will oversee or be involved with such items as touch up paint in the lobby, repair of a faulty house lock, troubleshooting an open electrical short, replacement of a faucet, proper handling of an extension ladder and inspection of resident issues all in the same day. The work involves building management, project management, report production, and using state of the art property management software to achieve results at the residential building.
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Qualifications:
- Appearance: Neat, clean well-groomed appearance
- Education: College degree in Engineering or related studies or equivalent - a plus
- Proficient knowledge: Knowledge of carpentry and building maintenance, safe operation of basic hand and power tools, oil burner systems, heating and ventilation systems, electrical systems, appliance maintenance and maintenance, workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures, as well as the knowledge of when to contact qualified service personnel.
- Abilities: Applicant must have the physical strength to lift cleaning materials and heavy equipment, physical stamina for being on their feet all day
- Professional Certification: FDNY certificates of fitness for operating a low-pressure boiler and residential sprinkler systems.
- Experience: 5 to 8 years of experience as a building Superintendent.
- Manage Staff: 3-to-5-year experience supervising a diverse staff.
- Interpersonal & Communication: Excellent verbal & written communication and interpersonal skill including conflict resolution necessary for working with staff and coworkers.
- Diversity: Experience working with people of different income levels and ethnic backgrounds.
- Organization: Proficient in the use of paper and software organizational systems.
- Computer Skills: Must be proficient and comfortable using the computer and a full suite of software programs
- Must be able to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic environment
- Must be able to quickly organize and shift priorities
- Must be able to meet tight deadlines with quality work
- Must have a strong & committed work ethic
- Bi-lingual or Tri-lingual - a plus
Skills:
An employee in this position must be knowledgeable and skilled in a variety of trades:
- Working knowledge of boilers and building systems
- Working knowledge of mechanical systems
- Working knowledge of general plumbing
- Working knowledge of electricity and electrical systems
- Working knowledge of carpentry
- Working knowledge of DHCR rules and regulations
Requirements
- Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to document maintenance and complete forms, review manuals and operating instructions, read cautionary labels, respond to written instruction from staff and residents. Constant needs to see small detail when performing routine maintenance duties.
- Frequent need (33% to 60% of the time) to see things clearly beyond arm’s reach (oversee assistants, observe problems throughout the property).
- Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to communicate with assistants, resident staff, vendors and residents. Must use listening skills to diagnose needed repairs, etc.
- Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to verbally communicate with assistants, staff, peers, supervisors, vendors and residents.
- Indoors (66% to 100% of the time). Frequently outdoors (33% to 66% of the time), all conditions, often for extended periods.
- Occasional exposure (1% to 33% of time) to paint fumes, solvents, adhesives, etc. Example: Apartments during/after make-ready.
- Frequent need (33% to 66% of the time) to work in awkward and confining positions.
Reasoning Development
Must be able to apply principles of logical thinking to a variety of practical situations and accurately follow standardized procedures that may occasionally involve minor deviations. Needs ability to think rationally beyond a specific set of instructions and problem solve.
In order to achieve success, the Management team must embrace certain core principles and values.
- Honesty
- Integrity
- Competence
- Tenacity & Enthusiasm
- Creativity
- Professionalism
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s)/ incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. The organization is an equal opportunity employer.
