Maintenance Supervisor

Maintenance Supervisor is a professional responsible for coordinating and supervising the work of technical employees during general maintenance and routine upkeep of the company's facilities and equipment.
 
Under general direction of an Director of Public Housing, performs advanced journey level duties in the areas of Maintenance Supervision to ensure that all building systems function in a reliable and safe manner as well as comply with all fire and building codes; to assign, direct, and oversee the work of subordinate employees and/or outside contractors; and to perform related duties as required.

Staff Supervision
Model supervisory strategies and approaches that demonstrate the Agency Cultural Objectives in all aspects of staff communication and supervision, when supervising directly or when coaching a staff member to whom you have delegated supervisory responsibility. Supervisory duties include the responsibility to:

Maintenance Management 

Plan and coordinate all maintenance activities in the facilities including analyzing equipment needs, reliability issues, developing preventive/predictive maintenance programs

Carry out inspections of the facilities to identify and resolve issues

Check electrical and hydraulic systems of buildings to ensure functionality

Plan and coordinate all repair and installation activities with Maintenance Coordinators

Coach, mentor, train and develop maintenance employees to meet current and future business requirements

Monitor equipment inventory and place orders when necessary

Manage the maintenance expenses by ensuring best practices in the industry

Build and upkeep long term relationships with contractors and service providers

Keep maintenance logs and report on daily activities

Ensure compliance with health and safety policies

 

Plan, train, organize, coordinate and supervise the work of maintenance staff and other personnel to meet current and future business requirements.

Provide technical assistance and recommendations for installation, operation, maintenance, and repair, including, but not limited to: air conditioning, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, water, sewage and gas systems.

Directly assist in mechanical maintenance, fabrication and repair work as required

Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules and replacement programs

Develop and maintain an inventory control system

Develop and implement safety standards and procedures complying with Cal-OSHA and other authorities

Develop and implement operating instruction manuals for safety and maintenance procedures

Evaluate elevator maintenance contracts and elevator safety inspections

Prepare and/or obtain estimates for contract maintenance and assigned projects.

Schedule and inspect contractor's performance of the work for both in-house and contract services

Establish and conduct training programs

Advanced proficiency in MS Office suite and property management software i.e. YARDI

Evaluate and make recommendations concerning supplies and equipment offered by vendors for possible use by the Agency

Maintain status of mechanical maintenance tasks and projects

Develop, supervise and implement work plans and work schedules for all Maintenance Workers including Maintenance Coordinators, Maintenance Floaters and contractors hired to fulfill maintenance obligations

Review project documents prior to construction

Coordinate and supervise emergency repairs

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Achieve results for the organization with and through other people utilizing creative and innovative solutions. Work successfully in a collaborative manner that involves Interdepartmental relations.

Excellent written, verbal communication and relationship management skills.

Strong time management and organizational skills with attention to detail and technical project management. Work on several projects at the same time.

Work with minimal supervision yet provide regular updates to supervisor.

Ability to make contractual and expenditure decisions within corporate guidelines.

Read, interpret, and comment on financial statements and legal documents.

Treat a variety of people with respect and compassion.

Represent Agency in a professional manner at all times.

Understand and support the mission and values of the Agency

Knowledge of:

Preventive maintenance programs

Health and safety policy compliance

Building systems.  Including but not limited to: air conditioning, heating, ventilation, refrigeration, water, Sewage and gas systems

Building Principles pertaining to the operation, maintenance, repair and installation of HVACR, fire life safety, lighting, mechanical, electrical and piping systems

Methods, tools, materials and equipment used in the operation, maintenance, repair and installation of  HVACR, fire life safety, lighting, and related equipment

Pneumatic and Direct Digital Controls for HVACR equipment

Preventive maintenance chemicals and other materials used in boilers, chillers, cooling towers and similar equipment

Energy conservation products

Training and disciplinary practices

Procurement procedures

Professional office procedures, methods and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.  These applications may include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and other specialized applications related to the area of assignment

How to communicate professionally in writing utilizing proper spelling and grammar.

Ability to:

Understand and follow verbal and written instructions

Read, interpret and work from plans, drawings and specifications, including but not limited to, building, blueprints and electrical drawings

Use testing equipment for electronics, pneumatics, air-flow, speed, etc.

Use welding equipment, small power tools such as saws, drills, grinders, etc., and hand tools

Learn to analyze situations accurately and take effective action

Maintain records and generate reports

Read, write and speak English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance

Research, read and understand building, plumbing and electrical codes

Licenses and Certificates: 
Possess and maintain a valid California Driver License, Class C or higher.  Failure to obtain and/or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with SHRA vehicle usage policy.  Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

 

Education and Experience: 

Bachelor's degree (Preferred) in business administration, facility management or similar relevant field

Certification as a National Accredited Housing Maintenance Supervisor, NAHRO Certified Maintenance Manager, or a National Accredited Housing Maintenance Technician, Mechanical-Electrical Technician, or a Federal/State approved Stationary Engineer apprenticeship program (Preferred)

Previous working experience as a Maintenance Supervisor for (4) year(s)

Four years of full-time, paid experience with gradually increasing duties and responsibilities

Hands on experience in planning maintenance operations

Solid understanding of technical aspects of plumbing, carpentry, electrical systems etc.

Applicable knowledge of facilities machines and equipment

Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills

Outstanding organizational and time management skills

Valid NAHRO Certified Maintenance Manager (CMM) will be considered an advantage

OTHER DUTIES
All employees may be assigned, and required to carry out, additional duties at any time. An employee with a known disability will only be assigned additional duties when the duty being added is an essential function of the position, or can be carried out with reasonable accommodation.
 
Every employee is expected to participate in discussions of individual, department and Agency performance and work on problem-solving teams as assigned. Any employee serving on a problem-solving team may be asked to carry out the role of team leader.
 
Any person driving for Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency must maintain a valid driver's license on his/her person, and demonstrate compliance with the motor vehicle law, standards of courtesy on the road and attention to safety. All drivers must maintain their insurability.
 
Other Requirements
Maybe required to take and successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination. May be required to complete a written supplemental questionnaire prior to interview.

 As a condition of employment with SHRA, this employee will be required to complete a COVID-19 vaccination recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (including for emergency use) and provide proof of vaccination to the Human Resources Department prior to employment.