Maintenance Lead

Job Overview:
Retirement Housing Foundation (RHF) is seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Building Maintenance Lead to oversee the maintenance operations at our senior housing and lowincome facility. In this leadership role you will be responsible for ensuring the safety comfort and wellbeing of our residents by maintaining high standards of facility upkeep compliance and operational efficiency. Your experience in maintaining senior housing will be essential in managing the unique challenges these environments present. You will lead and coordinate with property management and ensure that our facilities are safe functional and wellmaintained.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Supervision: Lead and provide guidance training and support to ensure highquality performance and job satisfaction.
• Facility Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance repair and improvement of building systems including HVAC plumbing electrical and structural elements with a focus on the specific needs of senior and lowincome housing.
• Preventive Maintenance: Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to extend the lifespan of equipment and facilities reduce downtime and minimize repair costs.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all maintenance activities comply with local state and federal regulations especially those pertaining to senior housing and lowincome facilities. Conduct regular safety audits and inspections. Familiarity with REAC/NSPIRE inspection requirements and compliance standards.
• Resident Relations: Work closely with residents and property management to address maintenance issues promptly and with sensitivity to the needs of elderly and lowincome residents.
• Budget Management: Manage the maintenance budget including cost control procurement of supplies and negotiation with vendors to ensure costeffective operations.
• Emergency Response: Lead in responding to maintenance emergencies including afterhours situations ensuring swift and effective resolution.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of maintenance work inspections safety checks and inventory. Prepare reports for management and regulatory agencies as needed.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with property management social services and other RHF departments to ensure a holistic approach to resident care and facility management.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in building maintenance with at least 2 year in a leadership role. Previous experience in senior housing facility is highly preferred.
• Skills: Expertise in HVAC plumbing electrical carpentry and general building maintenance. Strong leadership communication and organizational skills.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications (e.g. EPA HVAC OSHA Electrical) are highly desirable. Additional certifications related to senior and lowincome housing are a plus.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with the unique needs and challenges of maintaining senior housing facility including ADA compliance and health/safety regulations.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. climb ladders and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Availability: Must be available for oncall duty including weekends and holidays.

Compensation:

Actual base salary considers several factors including but not limited to geography jobrelated knowledge experience and budget. The start of the salary range is typically associated with the minimum experience required.

The role is considered nonexempt so will be eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal and state law. The anticipated base pay range for the position is $25.00 $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Health dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance and more
• Term life and Voluntary supplemental life insurance

Why RHF

At RHF we are dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. We strive to create vibrant communities where individuals can thrive regardless of age or background. With over 50 years of experience in providing affordable housing and supportive services RHF is a missiondriven organization that focuses on the wellbeing independence and dignity of every resident we serve. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to making a lasting impact in the communities we serve. Join us in our mission to create positive change and improve livesbecause at RHF we believe in making every day better for those who need it most.