Maintenance Supervisor II (Cottage Place Apartments)

You lead best by getting your hands dirty with your team. Your incredible customer service skills make you a great example and role model. Are you ready to step into a leadership role while maintaining high standards of any property you work on?

WinnCompanies is looking for a Maintenance Supervisor II to join our team at Cottage Place Apartments, a 100-unit residential and commercial community located in Newark, NJ. In this role, you will oversee the maintenance operations of the property, supervise maintenance staff, and perform maintenance functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a maintenance staff on a day-to-day basis and perform as a working supervisor when not supervising staff.
• Assist in hiring, developing, training, and holding staff accountable to operating standards.
• Conduct and participate in weekly staff meetings.
• Responsible for preparing work schedules for maintenance staff and vendors to complete service requests, maintain the preventive maintenance program, and maintain overall curb appeal.
• Complete monthly building and unit inspections to ensure property is maintained to operating standards.
• Review third-party property inspections to resolve maintenance repairs.
• Maintain working knowledge of all maintenance programs and capital improvement projects.
• Solicit bids from contractors with approval from the Property Manager and Regional Maintenance Manager.
• Participate in on-call activity during off-hours and emergencies.
• Assist in planning, monitoring and/or managing budget in functional area.
  
  

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
• 1-3 years of supervisory experience.
• A valid driver's license in good standing and ability to meet the driving records standards outlined in the Company Safe Vehicular Operations Policy.
• General knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and appliances.
• Experience with computer systems, particularly Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to supervise and work with a diverse group of people and personalities.
• Availability for on-call activity during off-hours for urgent needs.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational or technical training.
• CAMT certification.
• HVAC, asbestos, or lead-based paint certifications.
• Experience in property management.
  
  

Our Benefits

Permanent full-time US employees are eligible to participate in the following benefits:

• Generous time off policies (including 11 paid holidays (12 for MA employees); Generous Accrued Time Off increasing with years of service; Generous paid sick time; Annual day of service; Floating Holiday)
• 401(k) plan options with a company match
• Various Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision plan options
• Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account options with HSA annual employer contribution
• Long Term Disability and voluntary Short Term Disability; Basic Term Life Insurance and AD&D; optional supplemental life insurance
• Health Expense Reimbursement program (including gym memberships, equipment, and subscriptions)
• Tuition Reimbursement program and continuous training and development opportunities
• Wellbeing program (group challenges, seminars, opportunities to earn points to reduce medical premiums), Employee Assistance Program, & Commuter and Parking Reimbursement options
• Employee Corporate Discount Programs (Verizon Wireless, Home Depot Pro, Staples, and more!)
• Flexible and/or Hybrid schedules are available for certain roles
• Employee Relief Program supporting employees with unexpected hardships that place undue financial stress on them and their families
• To learn more, visit winnbenefits.com
  
  

Why WinnCompanies?

A job you can be proud of: WinnCompanies is a nationally recognized leader in apartment community management and development. Our team members are committed to helping people in the communities we serve and making a positive difference in their lives.

A job that challenges you: Our employees are responsible for our growth and success, and we challenge our team members to always be their best in our fast-paced, dynamic and rewarding workplace.

A job you can learn from: We offer multi-faceted leadership and learning opportunities to support our team members’ career growth and professional development.

A team that cares: We value teamwork, innovation, diversity and mutual respect. Through our recognition and rewards programs, we’re committed to celebrating and uplifting our team members.

About Us

WinnCompanies is a mission-driven, national business focused on building and operating top quality affordable housing communities for individuals and families of all incomes, including members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. Our people are the source of our success – 4,300 team members working together to create the best possible living communities in 27 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico.

Whether your skills are in operations, maintenance, leasing, compliance, marketing, IT, HR, accounting or finance, there’s a role for you at WinnCompanies. Your passion for excellence can help us make a positive impact in the lives of real people every day.

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Salary will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.

Current Winn employees should apply through this internal link.