Maintenance Manager in East Rutherford

Role Overview BNE Real Estate Group is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager (onsite/live‑on position) to act as the operational leader for the community's daily maintenance function, ensuring the asset consistently meets ownership and management objectives. In this role, you will: Direct and perform day‑to‑day maintenance operations and allocate workload across the team Prioritize, track, and close work orders; support unit turns, emergency response, and preventative maintenance Coordinate materials, tools, and inventory flow; oversee vendors, bids, and quality standards Protect relations through timely communication and resolution, including appliance repair as needed Drive performance management of staff through scheduling, coaching, documentation, and accountability Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent 3+ years’ experience in property management Strong interpersonal, verbal, and customer service skills Proficient in computer programs, including Microsoft Office and Yardi Ability to work with minimal supervision; well organized with excellent time‑management skills In‑depth knowledge of all rules, regulations and laws regarding property management Maintain regular and punctual attendance Work overtime hours as required to complete assignments and projects; travel overnight as required Work in cold, hot, dusty and loud environment Comply with all company policies and procedures; maintain a professional image Maintenance Responsibilities Direct the maintenance work of all maintenance employees Allocate and perform workload amongst maintenance employees Determine the type of materials, supplies, machinery, equipment and tools to be used, bought, and stocked Manage the flow and distribution of all materials and supplies Supervise and perform when necessary the completion of assigned maintenance service requests in a timely manner Complete a daily inspection of the property Perform maintenance work/tasks that can affect business operations including emergency repairs and turnovers Perform maintenance work/tasks that can have a significant financial impact including emergency repairs, turnovers, and capital expenditure projects Provide expert advice on the annual budget and capital expenditure projects to management Document any leaks, damage, debris and security issues Document any maintenance concerns on available apartments, models, amenity spaces, and/or common areas Plan and coordinate the preventative maintenance program Plan and coordinate annual property inspections Inspect the quality of market‑ready apartments Obtain and negotiate maintenance bids on behalf of management Coordinate the move‑in and move‐outs of all residents including scheduling and performing apartment inspections and orientations Supervise the work of third‑party vendors and contractors Maintain excellent customer service with building staff Participate in the emergency on‑call program Administrative Responsibilities Prepare and implement procedures and systems to ensure orderly, efficient workflow Ensure all administrative paperwork is accurate, complete and submitted on a timely basis Retention Responsibilities Respond and resolve concerns, complaints and requests in a timely manner to ensure satisfaction Ensure distribution of all company or community‑issued notices (e.g., bad weather, emergency) Ensure proper response and handling of all community emergencies with staff and buildings within company guidelines to minimize liabilities (e.g., criminal activity on community, employee injuries, fires, floods, freezes) Personnel Management Responsibilities Handle employee complaints and grievances Use successful techniques to screen, hire, orient and train new personnel Ensure staff efficiency through ongoing training, instruction, counseling and leadership Plan weekly/daily office staff schedules and assignments Administer action plans consistently and on a timely basis regarding performance problems; document appropriately and communicate with supervisor, Human Resources and terminate properly when necessary Provide support to staff to encourage teamwork and lead as an example in creating a harmonious environment Ensure all administrative processes involving personnel are handled on a timely basis (e.g., performance evaluations, salary reviews, time sheets, change of status forms) Safety Responsibilities Learn and ensure compliance with all company, local, state and federal safety rules Ensure that unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner Follow a "safety first" principle Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Employee must frequently sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. Must stand, walk, lift and move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds. Vision requirements include close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus Disclaimer This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time. Employment with the company is at‑will. Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform all the essential functions of the position. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation would cause an undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible for the position Compensation Competitive salary reflective of $75,000 annually (based on experience) and a live‑on opportunity (unit included). Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage options; 401(k) with match; life insurance; paid time off and holidays Application & Offer An offer from BNE Real Estate Group is contingent upon the results of a background check #J-18808-Ljbffr Energy Jobline ZR