Maintenance Supervisor

Job Title:

Maintenance Supervisor – Affordable Housing

Location:

Clayton, NJ

Salary: $24.00 – $26.00 per hour

Employment:
Full-Time (Mon-Fri, 40 hrs) with On-Call Rotation

At Conifer Realty, a Maintenance Supervisor leads a team that keeps affordable housing communities safe, comfortable, and thriving. The role includes overseeing repairs, managing work orders, coordinating with the Community Manager, and ensuring resident satisfaction.

• Lead and train maintenance staff to uphold Conifer’s quality and safety standards.
• Manage work orders, make‑ready units, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate with the Community Manager on budgets, inspections, and resident care.
• Ensure compliance with safety and housing regulations.
• Assist with repairs, groundskeeping, and seasonal tasks when needed.

• 5+ years of apartment or residential maintenance experience, including team supervision.
• HVAC certification and knowledge of inspections, preventive maintenance, and Fair Housing.
• Expertise in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and safety compliance.
• Experience managing budgets, vendors, and maintenance schedules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Yardi or similar systems.
• Reliable transportation and ability to respond within 30 minutes for on‑call emergencies.
• High school diploma or GED (technical or vocational training preferred).

• Lead and train maintenance staff.
• Manage work orders and preventive maintenance.
• Coordinate budgets and inspections.
• Ensure regulatory compliance.
• Assist with repairs and groundskeeping as needed.

• Competitive pay with annual salary reviews.
• 13 paid holidays, 15 days PTO, 2 volunteer days, and 6 weeks fully paid parental leave.
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA & flex accounts.
• Retirement plans with company match.
• Incentive‑driven wellness program with quarterly HSA contributions.
• Company‑paid life, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
• Ongoing training, certifications, and growth opportunities.
• A culture built on mission, belonging, and community impact.

For 50 years, Conifer Realty has developed, owned, and managed nearly 13,000 apartments across 150+ communities. Our 500‑member team shares one mission: to create affordable, thriving, and sustainable communities where people feel they belong.

Conifer Realty LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.

Employees may be scheduled for Saturdays, weekends, and other business‑need shifts. Weekend coverage will be scheduled on a rotating basis and may include leasing support, resident engagement, and rent collection. Schedules are subject to change based on business needs and property performance.