Maintenance Supervisor

Job Title: Maintenance Supervisor
Location: DeKalb, IL
Job Type: Full Time, On-site 
Compensation and Benefits 

• ​Base Salary: $32-$38/hr+ commensurate with experience 

• ​Health Insurance 

• ​PTO and Holiday Pay 

​Overview:

​We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance operations at our residential community. This hands-on leadership role requires a balance of strong technical expertise, project management skills, and team supervision. You’ll be responsible for overseeing all corrective and preventive maintenance tasks, ensuring our property remains safe, attractive, and operating at peak performance.

​This role is essential in maintaining resident satisfaction, enforcing quality standards, and promoting a culture of safety, efficiency, and exceptional customer service.

​ Key Responsibilities:

​Maintenance Oversight & Execution

• ​Perform and supervise a variety of tasks including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, painting, janitorial duties, and grounds maintenance

• ​Prioritize, delegate, and track maintenance service requests, ensuring timely and effective resolution

• ​Execute and manage the Make-Ready/Turn Process, including completing move-out inspections, scheduling repairs, and finalizing unit readiness

• ​Maintain accurate work order records and inventory logs

​Vendor & Budget Management

• ​Schedule, monitor, and inspect the work of contractors and vendors to ensure adherence to company quality and safety standards

• ​Procure parts and materials within budgetary guidelines, maintaining inventory levels and cost efficiency

• ​Assist in preparing and managing the maintenance budget, providing monthly variance reports to the Property Manager and Area Manager

​Leadership & Training

• ​Supervise, train, and evaluate service technicians and maintenance staff

• ​Participate in the hiring process and assist with new hire onboarding

• ​Provide regular performance reviews, set professional goals, and implement development plans

​Property & Safety Inspections

• ​Conduct regular site walks and inspections, identifying and addressing immediate or long-term maintenance needs

• ​Ensure all work and procedures are compliant with OSHA safety standards, SDS requirements, and local, state, and federal regulations

• ​Enforce safety protocols including hazmat handling, eye protection, lockout/tagout procedures, and use of personal protective equipment

​On-Call & Emergency Response

• ​Participate in on-call rotations, including weekends and holidays

• ​Respond promptly to after-hours emergencies, ensuring resident safety and minimizing property damage

​ Minimum Requirements:

• ​High school diploma or equivalent; technical/vocational training a plus

• ​5+ years of hands-on property maintenance experience

• ​1–3 years of maintenance team leadership or supervisory experience

• ​Advanced proficiency in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general repairs

• ​Strong project management skills with the ability to plan, organize, and coordinate complex tasks

• ​Demonstrated experience managing vendor contracts and maintenance budgets

• ​Solid negotiation and conflict resolution abilities

• ​Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards, SDS documentation, and general building codes

• ​Must be detail-oriented, organized, and possess strong problem-solving skills

• ​Effective verbal and written communication skills

• ​Must read and comprehend English

• ​Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

• ​Availability to work extended hours and respond to after-hours emergencies

​Physical Requirements:

• ​Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crawl, or crouch

• ​Must be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds

• ​Use of ladders and power tools

• ​Must be able to operate a vehicle as needed during work hours