Maintenance Supervisor - The Ericsson in Akron, Ohio at Redwood Communities Inc

Who We Are

Redwood Communities, Inc. (“Redwood Communities”), an affiliate of Redwood Housing, is a multifamily property management organization that manages affordable housing communities throughout the country. To date, Redwood Communities has assembled a best-in-class team that currently manages a growing portfolio of properties and has built strong working relationships with government agencies and leading non-profit organizations to raise the standard of living for our communities.

Benefits

• Exceptional medical benefits: We cover more than 90% of medical premiums, and employees have the option of a 100% employer-paid HSA medical plan.
• 100% company paid dental and vision benefits for employee coverage.
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D
• Best-in-class voluntary insurance benefits.
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) programs with a company match equal to 100% of the first 6% contributed by the employee.
• Employee assistance program (EAP) with 24/7 counseling services.
• 3 weeks of paid time off each year.
• 12 paid holidays each year & 2 floating holidays.

About the Position

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and performing maintenance operations to ensure that all properties are safe, functional, and well-maintained. This role provides hands-on support and leadership to maintenance technicians while ensuring timely completion of service requests and adherence to quality standards.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Pay Details: $27-$30/hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Provide direction and support to on-site maintenance technicians, ensuring work is completed efficiently and in accordance with company standards.
• Maintenance Operations: Receive, prioritize, and complete maintenance requests for apartment units, common areas, and building exteriors.
• Property Inspections: Conduct daily property walks with maintenance technicians to identify repair needs, safety concerns, and opportunities for improvement.
• Work Order Management: Enter, review, and schedule work orders to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks.
• Repairs and Upkeep: Perform or oversee a variety of repairs, including interior and exterior painting, drywall, electrical, minor appliance and plumbing repairs, furniture moving, and pest control assistance.
• Unit Turnovers: Collaborate with the Community Manager to ensure all vacant units are prepared and ready for occupancy within established timelines (typically 14 days).
• Preventive Maintenance: Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for equipment, systems, and building infrastructure to minimize downtime and extend asset life.
• System Oversight: Understand and monitor the operation of fire control, water, and other building systems, ensuring proper functionality and compliance with safety standards.
• Grounds and Janitorial Care: Maintain the cleanliness and curb appeal of the property through regular groundskeeping and interior/exterior janitorial duties.
• Procurement: Purchase supplies, equipment, and contracted services as needed to support routine maintenance activities and ensure cost-effective operations.

• 5 years experience as a maintenance supervisor.
• High energy team player that is a self-starter that can work proactively with limited supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance.
• Flexibility to travel to different locations as needed.
• On-call flexibility
• Successful completion of background check.
• Must be legally qualified to work in the U.S. meeting I-9 guidelines

Redwood Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.