Maintenance Supervisor

Brookfield Properties Multifamily - Austin, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Austin, TX

501-1,000 employees

About the position

The Maintenance Supervisor at Brookfield Properties plays a crucial role in overseeing the maintenance operations of a multi-unit residential property. This position involves supervising, coordinating, and performing a variety of maintenance activities that are essential for the upkeep of the property. The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that all mechanical equipment, including heating and air conditioning systems, is functioning properly. This includes diagnosing issues, disassembling units for cleaning and repairs, and replacing parts as necessary. The role also encompasses a wide range of carpentry tasks, from installing new doors to repairing drywall and painting, as well as electrical and plumbing duties such as inspecting wiring, unclogging sinks, and repairing faucets. In addition to hands-on maintenance work, the Maintenance Supervisor is tasked with managing the maintenance staff. This includes recommending new hires, conducting performance appraisals, and providing training and coaching to ensure that the team operates efficiently and effectively. The supervisor will also interface with contractors and vendors, creating specifications for services, soliciting bids, and negotiating contracts to secure the best services for the property. This position requires a proactive approach to maintenance and a commitment to providing high-quality service to residents. The Maintenance Supervisor must be able to handle a variety of tasks, from routine maintenance to more complex repairs, while maintaining a safe and pleasant living environment for all residents.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates efforts of the maintenance staff.
• Recommends new hires, discipline, and contributes to performance appraisal.
• Responsible for training, coaching, and communications to the maintenance staff.
• Performs or assigns work to repair and maintain mechanical equipment, including heating and air conditioning.
• Diagnoses problems and performs necessary repairs on mechanical equipment.
• Performs or assigns routine to difficult carpentry duties, including installation of new doors and repairs of doorjambs, moldings, and locks.
• Performs or assigns routine to difficult electrical duties, including inspecting and testing lighting and wiring.
• Performs or assigns routine to difficult plumbing duties, including unclogging sinks and toilets and repairing faucets.
• Interfaces with contractors and vendors, creating written specifications and securing bids for services.

Requirements

• High School diploma / GED required.
• 3 - 4 years of experience in commercial or multi-unit property maintenance required.
• 5 - 7 years of experience can offset minimum educational requirements.

Nice-to-haves

• HVAC certification preferred depending on property needs.
• Valid Driver's License preferred depending on property needs.
• Electrical certification preferred.
• Appliance certification preferred.

Benefits

• Full benefits package
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Lucrative referral bonus program
• Incredible associate rental discount for on-site living