LIVE-IN BUILDING SUPERINTENDENT
Rahway, New Jersey | Full-Time | $70,000–$80,000 Annually
Condominium Association is seeking an experienced, dependable, and professional Live-In Building Superintendent to oversee the daily operations and maintenance of a 222-unit, 17-story residential property in Rahway, New Jersey.
The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on knowledge of building systems, experience supervising onsite staff, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to providing outstanding service to residents.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform general plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and other building repairs.
- Conduct daily boiler inspections and maintain required operational logs.
- Oversee common areas, utilities, mechanical rooms, and preventive maintenance.
- Supervise, schedule, and train onsite maintenance and concierge staff.
- Coordinate and oversee contractors, vendors, inspections, certifications, and capital projects.
- Respond promptly to resident maintenance requests.
- Coordinate resident move-ins and move-outs, including elevator protection.
- Monitor fire alarm panels, security cameras, and other building safety systems.
- Serve as the primary onsite responder for leaks, power outages, and other building emergencies.
- Maintain detailed inspection, maintenance, incident, expense, and vendor records.
- Manage BuildingLink or a similar building-management portal.
- Maintain positive and professional relationships with residents, vendors, staff, and management.
Schedule:
- Tuesday through Saturday, typically 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Approximately 40 hours per week.
- Flexibility is required for after-hours emergencies, weekend calls, and rotating holiday coverage.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a building superintendent or in a senior facilities maintenance position.
- Strong hands-on experience with plumbing, electrical, HVAC, boiler systems, and carpentry.
- A valid New Jersey Black Seal Boiler Operator License or the ability to obtain one immediately upon hire.
- Ability to satisfy all applicable municipal superintendent registration, testing, and licensing requirements.
- Experience supervising and scheduling building staff.
- Strong organizational, administrative, and recordkeeping skills.
- Sound judgment and the ability to remain calm during emergencies.
- Excellent communication and resident-service skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Proficiency in English.
- Successful completion of a 90-day probationary period.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Annual salary of $70,000–$80,000, based on experience.
- Housing stipend toward an onsite residential unit.
- Paid vacation and PTO in accordance with company policy.
- Rotating holiday on-call schedule.
- Association-provided tools and equipment.
- Company-issued phone, email, and technology for business use.