Maintenance Supervisor - Renton Sage

Start your career at Bellwether Housing as a Maintenance Supervisor in the vibrant city of Seattle, WA

Who We Are: Through the development, ownership, and operations of affordable housing properties, Bellwether Housing has been a trailblazer in transforming the lives of lower-income individuals and families in our region. As the largest non-profit housing provider in the Pacific Northwest, Bellwether is a leader in State and local housing policy issues, an innovator in financing and housing development strategies, and a trusted partner to a diverse array of organizations in our community, while providing resident and real estate development services to other mission-driven non-profits around Western Washington.

Salary: $38.99-$47.64/hour

The posted salary reflects the full pay range for this position. Offers made to qualified candidates will be made within this range and will be determined by various factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, qualifications, location, and other factors that would be critical to success in this role.

Position Overview: The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for addressing an array of apartment and property maintenance duties and for maintaining the highest standards in customer service and curb appeal. The Maintenance Supervisor will be responsible for completing maintenance work, supervising a team of dedicated maintenance staff, and completing administrative tasks.

Work Schedule: Onsite, Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. Rotating after hours as needed. The final schedule will be determined by the supervisor. Building Information: Renton Sage Apartments is a 284-unit, garden-style property located in Renton. The building is comprised of Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and Bonds, WSHFC, and Amazon funding.

Your Impact:

Managing Teams

• Lead and manage a team of maintenance technicians and facilities associates. This includes providing guidance and support to the on-site property team, conducting performance evaluations, and addressing areas for improvement.
• Participate in the selection and hiring of dedicated building staff.
• Respond, as needed, to after-hours emergencies, helping to contact resources and providing support.
• Provide guidance to the on-site maintenance staff.
• Create an environment that inspires a high level of service for residents.

Maintenance Planning & Scheduling:

• Meet regularly with Property Managers to review work orders, unit turn schedules, and general property needs. Create schedules for on-site teams and external vendors to complete unit turns and work orders on time.
• Daily inspection of the property grounds, buildings, and common area amenities to maintain safety and cleanliness standards and identify issues requiring maintenance, repair, or replacement.
• Manage the accuracy of work order systems by verifying that all orders are completed in a timely manner to company standards and the resident's satisfaction. Track work order progress and identify recurring maintenance issues.
• Perform various maintenance functions, including repairs to the following: electrical, plumbing, appliances, flooring, carpentry, HVAC, grounds maintenance, and other minor building repairs if a permit is not required to conduct the job.
• Scheduling vendors, coordinating with the Site Managers, and assisting as needed.
• Monitor maintenance of work through regular inspections, direct or indirect supervision, and ensure that deficiencies are addressed and corrected in a timely manner.
• Ability to work a non-traditional schedule and participate in after-hours on-call duties for the entire Bellwether portfolio of buildings.
• .  Initiate contact with Emergency Services when appropriate.
• Implement preventive maintenance programs, schedule repairs, and manage work orders to optimize efficiency and minimize downtime. Respond and assist in the management of property emergencies, such as snow and other inclement weather, fires, and floods.
• Collaborate with the Facilities Project Manager to execute capital projects or major restoration repairs.

Budgeting & Inventory Management:

• Inform and manage maintenance budgets, track expenses, and procure necessary equipment, parts, and supplies.
• Track and report on Key Performance Indicators for the building.

Planning & Strategy

• Develop and implement strategies to achieve property goals. This includes analyzing trends and identifying opportunities for growth or cost reduction.
• Diagnose equipment failures, troubleshoot issues, and develop solutions to prevent future problems.
• Identify areas for improvement in maintenance processes, implement new technologies and strategies, and promote a culture of continuous improvement
• Implement and communicate safety policies and procedures at each site.
• Estimate time and materials to complete small- to moderate-sized projects. May manage projects employing both Bellwether staff and outside contractors.
• Attend continuing education courses to keep up to date on HUD and state agency policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Apply fair housing…