Maintenance Manager

MAINTENANCE MANAGER - Manhattan, NY - $65,000 Full-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.