Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager

Salary: $89,000 - $115,000/year (based on experience & certifications)

Location:

Manhattan, NY (on-site, non-live-in)

Union Status:
Covered under the SEIU Local 32BJ collective bargaining agreement

A well-established, community‑centric coop in Manhattan is seeking an experienced, proactive Maintenance Manager to lead our day‑to‑day building operations. In this role, you will champion a safe, clean, and resident‑focused environment while overseeing capital improvements, building compliance, and a dedicated maintenance team. You will report directly to our Managing Agent and collaborate closely with the Board of Directors to keep our property running seamlessly.

• Team Leadership: Supervise, schedule, and mentor the cooperative’s Maintenance Team. Foster a culture of professionalism, safety, accountability, and great customer service.
• Building Operations & Work Orders: Manage the work order system (via Building Link) to ensure resident requests are prioritized and resolved promptly. Oversee HVAC, boilers, plumbing, electrical, and fire safety systems.
• Compliance & Inspections: Ensure full compliance with NYC codes and regulations, including FISP (Local Law 11), Local Law 97, and FDNY/DOB mandates.
• Capital Projects & Vendor Management: Act as the on‑site liaison for capital upgrades (elevators, façade, mechanicals). Solicit competitive contractor bids, review proposals, and monitor project timelines and budgets.
• Emergency Response: Coordinate and respond to after‑hours calls and emergencies to ensure resident safety.

• Experience: 5+ years as a Maintenance Manager, Superintendent, or Project Manager in a large NYC residential co‑op, condo or luxury property.
• Technical Savvy: Deep knowledge of NYC building systems and regulatory compliance; proficiency with Building Link and MS Office.
• Skills: Strong communication, budget management, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to read engineering reports and building plans.
• Certifications: Preferred knowledge of FISP and LL97; FDNY certificates of fitness (S‑12, S‑13, P‑99) are a major plus (or willingness to obtain post‑hire).
• Focus: This is an exclusive, full‑time role dedicated solely to the co‑op (outside “side jobs” on‑property are not permitted).

• Streamlining and improving the maintenance work order process
• Developing an effective resident communication and feedback process
• Gaining a comprehensive working understanding of all major building systems
• Beginning the documentation of building systems and standard operating procedures
• Establishing positive, professional working relationships with residents, staff, management, and the Board

• Comprehensive 32BJ health, welfare, pension, and retirement benefits
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• An on‑site parking space
• Company‑provided/reimbursed cell phone
• Opportunities for professional development and training