Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Home Innovation Research Labs seeks a skilled, hands-on Facilities Maintenance Supervisor. Under the direction of the COO, this position is responsible for our two residential construction research and product testing facilities, as well as over twenty acres of grounds in Prince George’s County, Maryland. The Facilities Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for the ongoing preventive maintenance and repair work on facility mechanical, electrical, and other installed systems including fire and security. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong initiative and attention to detail and possess analytical and critical thinking skills, excellent communication skills, solution-oriented knowledge, and a collaborative attitude. The ideal candidate can work independently in a multitasking environment. Requirements: 5 years in general building or facilities maintenance Vocational, technical, or high school diploma Extensive knowledge of building systems such as HVAC, plumbing, and electrical. Skilled in performing administrative tasks to maintain records related to work activities, purchase orders, and vendor contracts Ability to traverse the property and facilities to diagnose issues and plan repairs or maintenance Ability to perform essential duties and repairs when needed, which may include lifting to fifty pounds and sitting, bending, climbing, or standing for extended periods Excellent judgment, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for troubleshooting and discussing maintenance issues Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop strong relationships with internal departments and outside vendors Excellent time management and task-tracking skills Skilled in Microsoft Office applications such as Excel and Word Additional preferred set of skills: Forklift operation and maintenance Power tool operation Basic Carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting and landscaping skills Responsibilities: Perform facilities maintenance work involving HVAC, plumbing, and electrical repairs and building maintenance as skills allow. Primary contact for facilities maintenance and repair activities, including responding to emergency calls relating to building maintenance issues. Respond to and identify maintenance needs, define project scope, prepare/obtain cost estimates, and submit justification to management. Schedule, track, and report on repair and maintenance activities; complete and maintain records. Communicate with and oversee outside vendors and contractors, including preparing specifications for contracts, quotes, and proposals related to the service and repair of facilities and various equipment. Conduct inspections, review work-in-progress, identify and resolve issues. Report potential safety problems related to buildings. Perform other related duties as assigned. Home Innovation is an accredited third-party test lab, inspection agency, and certification agency with 60 years of experience servicing all segments of the home building industry. With an integrated suite of services from market research to product testing and certification, we are uniquely positioned to help our clients achieve financial success when introducing new housing products and technologies. Join Our Team Located just outside Washington DC and Annapolis, MD Home Innovation offers competitive salaries, a generous 401(K) plan, health, dental, life, and disability insurance, paid vacation and personal leave, in-house gym, flexible work hours, AND a peak into the future of new technologies that will be in our homes Please send a cover letter and resume to careersHomeInnovation.com and reference job code 24-09 BI. Home Innovation Research Labs is an equal opportunity employer and will employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Home Innovation Research Labs participates in E-Verify.