Assistant Maintenance Manager

Description

Experience. Reputation. Excellence. Longevity. These are the hallmarks of Russo Development LLC. We are one of the most active, privately held developers of industrial, data center, residential, and mixed-use projects in northern New Jersey.

Over the past 50 years we have developed more than eight million square feet of premier commercial space, delivered approximately 5400 luxury apartment units, completed more than 60 industrial projects and have become one of the largest owners of data center space in the New York metropolitan area. Now in our second generation of leadership, our privately-owned firm continues to surpass the needs of our tenants and residents and partners as one of the most successful niche development companies in the marketplace. After years of growth and success Russo Property Management LLC was established in 2017 to provide the highest quality residential and commercial management services at all properties owned or under development. 

If you are looking to join company that offers an EXCELLENT salary and benefits package, opportunity for career growth and a true people first culture, then Russo Development / Property Management may be for you!

Russo Property Management is currently seeking a highly experienced Assistant Maintenance Manager with a strong background in facilities management to join our team.  The Assistant Maintenance Manager assists with all aspects of the property's maintenance including grounds, custodial, preventive, corrective, deferred and emergency response and planning. This person is also responsible for overseeing an effective maintenance program to protect and maintain the property and to build and maintain effective working relationships with residents.

The candidate chosen for the position will be placed at our luxurious property located in Belleville, NJ.

Position Responsibilities:

• Ensure all building operating systems such as elevators, boilers, mechanical systems, trash compactors are (as required) placed on corporate approved preventive maintenance agreement.
• Work closely with Maintenance Manager to create a monthly preventative maintenance schedule with the goal to use onsite maintenance technicians to maintain or complete most of the preventative maintenance.
• Assist in supervision of on-site maintenance staff and outside vendors.  
• Facilitate employee development and training opportunities that promote maximum productivity and position the employee for increased responsibilities and job growth.
• In cooperation with the Property Manager, Maintenance Manager shall supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable and work closely with the corporate office controllers on maintenance related expenses.
• Coordinate services with vendors, utility consultants, and other contractors.
• Ensure that the appearance and physical aspects of the residential properties meet the owner’s established standards.
• Implement ownership’s established policies and procedures, and ensure compliance of operational short-term and long-term goals with overall corporate objectives.
• Coordinates turns, make-readies and move-out process with the office staff.
• Develop and implement plans, systems and procedures for building maintenance and improvements. Implement weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual schedules that document required maintenance for all aspects of physical systems and infrastructure of the complex.
• Ensure and verify that all required work permits, and authorizations are in place for in-house and contracted work prior to the commencement.
• Develop detailed specifications for contract services. Receive and review bids in accordance with the established bidding procedures. Participate in contract review, management and administration of any work.
• Oversee the purchasing, inventory controls and supply inventory levels. Prepare and submit budget recommendations, and continually evaluate all phases of building operation to enhance operating efficiency and maximize cost effectiveness.

Requirements

• High School or GED education required
• 3-5 years of Maintenance Technician experience in a residential/community setting. Lease-up experience preferred.
• Must be available to work on weekends, and evenings as necessary
• Must be able to work within a team.
• Must be available to respond to emergencies at the property.
• Must have reliable transportation for on-call emergencies.
• Customer service first attitude. Professional, courteous and friendly demeanor
• Proactive self-starter and team player
• Ability to communicate clearly with staff and residents

EOE/M/F/D/V

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