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Job Description
Position Summary:
Douglas-Cherokee Economic Authority, Inc. Affordable Housing Program is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee maintenance operations across our 24‑county Affordable Housing program. This role supervises maintenance staff, ensures properties meet safety and housing regulations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Manage, supervise, train and monitor the documentation, record keeping and reporting requirements for all of Housing's properties to meet housing goals and standards Recruit, hire, train, supervise and evaluate the activities of Housing's maintenance personnel Assist with site repairs and delivery of supplies as needed at all of Housing's properties Complete announced and unannounced quality assurance visits to all properties Maintain accurate records of all inspections and repairs in preparation for
REAC/NSPIRE
inspections Participate in
REAC/NSPIRE
inspections and assist with repairs and documentation of any necessary repairs to close out the review Review work orders/logs to ensure repairs are performed accurately and in a timely manner Review inventory and paint/flooring schedules to assist with spending and planning at properties Prepare, review, and submit bids and recommendations for approval for all housing needs Negotiate service contracts concerned with operations and maintenance of buildings and grounds Track and monitor pest control, mowing, flooring, painting, fire extinguisher, back flow testing, trash pickup and janitorial cleaning for the housing program Ensure properties' maintenance aligns with required safety codes and regulations Oversee emergency preparedness efforts for the housing program Assist with insurance claims, site visits and inspections to determine needed repairs, replacement, or improvements for the housing program Assist with updates to the operations manual, policies, regulations and maintenance training material for the housing program Purchase building and maintenance supplies, machinery, equipment and furniture Direct and manage contracted projects and repairs to ensure adherence to specifications Performs all other duties as assigned
OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Travel within the service area and some overnight, out-of-area travel to meetings is required. Maintain confidentiality of client and agency information. Comply with all rules, policies, and procedures of the Agency. Must have a valid driver's license and proof of insurance on vehicle. Does not discriminate in the provision of services and makes sure that no person is excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or benefit because of race, color, religion, gender (including sexual orientation and gender identity), age citizenship, ethnicity, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, or veteran status unless those exclusions are based upon bona fide qualifications mandated by program service eligibility criteria.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly supervises Maintenance and Custodial Personnel.
ROLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience Requirements Minimum of Bachelor's Degree required Two years of equivalent experience in management practices, scheduling, reviewing and negotiating contracts preferred Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must give attention to work. Must be proficient with program software Microsoft Office Word, and Excel. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must have strong organizational, analytical, time-management and multi-tasking skills. Must have good judgment and the ability to make good decisions.
WORK SITE
Affordable Housing Office in Morristown.
Working Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: Regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The physical environment requires the employee to work inside, in temperature-controlled conditions but also outside in all types of weather. Noise level is usually moderate and interruptions are present. Requires the ability to read and sign documents necessary to complete paperwork. Requires frequent use of office equipment, including computer, phone and fax. While performing the duties of this job, employee is regularly and typically required to stand, lift, bend, twist, sit, reach with hands and arms, push, pull, climb or balance, walk, talk, hear, taste, smell, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift and/or move 25lbs occasionally more than 100lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Equal Opportunity Employer We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, citizenship, ethnicity, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, or veteran status. Join us in making a difference in our community by ensuring safe, reliable housing for those who need it most.
Pay:
$46,136.86 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
