Job Opportunity: Live-In Building Superintendent – Brooklyn, NY
We are seeking an experienced and responsible Live-In Building Superintendent for a residential property in Brooklyn, NY. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of relevant experience, strong problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills. This role requires hands-on involvement in property maintenance, tenant relations, and building operations, working closely with the Property and Asset Management teams to ensure compliance, cleanliness, and efficient functionality.
Key Responsibilities
- Property Maintenance: Conduct preventive maintenance, and routine inspections, and manage tenant and building repair requests.
- Garbage Management: Ensure proper disposal according to local regulations, including bulk item pickups.
- Common Area Cleanliness: Oversee cleaning of halls, stairways, and walkways in coordination with porters; manage snow removal as needed.
- Unit Turnovers: Handle maintenance tasks such as painting, cleaning, tile replacement, and safety device checks.
- Staff Management: Supervise and train a full-time and part-time porter team.
- Vendor Coordination: Secure multiple bids for projects and collaborate with contractors.
- Tenant Relations: Address complaints, manage move-ins/outs, and maintain high customer service standards.
- Equipment and Compliance: Maintain HVAC systems, boilers, and hot water heaters, ensuring compliance with fire department and building codes.
- Documentation: Organize administrative records and tenant work orders.
Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of five years in a similar role, preferably in residential management or hospitality.
- Technical Skills: Basic repairs in plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems; cooling tower experience required!
- Soft Skills: Detail-oriented, organized, strong communication and customer service abilities.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs and using tools safely.
- Education: High school diploma or GED required.
Compensation and Benefits
- Hourly Pay: $27.00 - $35.00/hr (up to $72K annually), with flexibility for highly qualified candidates.
- Benefits: 401(k), health insurance, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, life insurance, and employee assistance program.
- Housing: One-bedroom unit provided.
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 6 PM, with occasional overtime on evenings and weekends.
Hiring Process
- Initial phone or virtual interview with the Property Manager.
- On-site interview with the Asset Management team (and potentially the CFO).
- Final walkthrough of the building.
