Maintenance Manager -Live In

Job Description

Job Description

MAINTENANCE MANAGER Live In Superintendent - Manhattan, NY - $70,000Full-Time Exempt (On-Site) Apartment - Optional company-issued apartment in Harlem ABOUT THE COMPANY

Equal Access is partnering with a respected, mission-driven affordable housing organization managing a diverse portfolio of mixed-use residential and commercial properties across Manhattan and Queens.

With decades of impact in New York City, this nonprofit developer and property manager is committed to providing safe, high-quality, and affordable housing while maintaining strong regulatory compliance and resident services. The organization is deeply rooted in racial equity, community development, and economic empowerment.

The Maintenance Manager oversees day-to-day building maintenance operations for a mixed-use property. This is a working manager role — responsible for supervising maintenance staff while also performing hands-on repairs across plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, painting, and general building systems.

The role reports to the Project Manager, Property & Asset Management and requires strong leadership, organization, and emergency response availability.

• Supervise, train, and coach maintenance staff
  

• Ensure policy compliance and timely timecard approvals
  

• Oversee third-party contractors and vendors
  

• Maintain strong tenant relationships and professionalism
  

• Respond to after-hours and weekend emergencies

Maintenance & Repairs

• Perform preventative maintenance on plumbing, electrical, and heating systems
  

• Complete general repairs: drywall, painting, carpentry, tiling, flooring
  

• Repair doors, windows, locks, hardware, fixtures
  

• Replace smoke/CO detectors and light fixtures
  

• Address minor plumbing issues (snaking drains, fixtures, fittings)
  

• Perform light electrical work (switches, outlets, fixtures)
  

• Document completed work orders accurately
  

• Identify and report building deficiencies
  

• 4+ years of building maintenance experience
  

• 1+ year supervisory experience
  

• 1+ year experience training staff
  

• Strong computer skills (Google Suite required; Yardi a plus)
  

• Skilled in use of hand and power tools
  

• Working knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, and electrical systems
  

• Strong customer service and communication skills
  

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying conditions
  

• Flexible schedule (evenings/weekends as needed)
  

• Bilingual (English/Spanish, English/Chinese, or English/Korean) a plus
  

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive community practices
  

Must hold at least one of the following:

• S12 – Citywide Sprinkler Systems
  

• S13 – Citywide Sandpipe Systems
  

• P99 – Low Pressure Oil Burner Operator
  

• S95 – Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems
  

We don’t just place candidates ,we build careers. Every Equal Access placement includes 3 months of personalized post-placement coaching, mentorship, and career development support. Our goal is long-term retention, upward mobility, and ensuring every hire thrives in their role.