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Hiring: Maintenance Manager

About the Maintenance Manager Position

Full-time

Exempt

Deadline: Rolling

The Maintenance Manager oversees the maintenance, safety, and operational readiness of PUSH Buffalo’s physical assets, properties, and equipment. This role ensures all facilities—residential, commercial, and community spaces—are clean, safe, secure, and function efficiently. The Maintenance Manager coordinates with other departments to optimize resource use, align property strategy with organizational goals, and address environmental health and safety concerns. This includes supervising maintenance staff, managing vendor relationships, overseeing repairs and preventive maintenance, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities

+ Oversee daily maintenance operations, repairs, and preventive upkeep for all PUSH properties.

+ Supervise and train maintenance staff, temporary workers, and contractors.

+ Monitor property conditions, perform inspections, and coordinate work orders.

+ Manage unit turnovers, seasonal prep, and emergency repairs.

+ Collaborate with security, cleaning, and property management teams to ensure operational efficiency.

+ Maintain compliance with environmental, safety, and building regulations.

+ Assist with budgeting, vendor management, and facility-related purchases.

Who We’re Looking For

+ A hands-on leader who knows how to balance managing people with getting the job done yourself.

+ 5+ years of maintenance/facilities experience, including 3+ years in a supervisory role.

+ Familiarity with building systems and can troubleshoot problems across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and structural issues.

+ Organized and tech-friendly — comfortable using software to track work orders and schedules (Salesforce experience a plus).

+ Care for the community and commitment to maintaining safe, welcoming spaces that support housing, culture, and connection.

+ Calm under pressure, decisive, and adaptable when plans change.

+ Value safety, mentorship, and teamwork.

+ High school diploma or GED (technical training preferred). Certifications in electrical, plumbing, or related trades preferred.

+ Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

+ Ability to work evenings, weekends, and on-call rotations.

+ Valid NYS driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable personal transportation required. Must reside in the Buffalo, NY area.

+ Spanish language skills a plus.

Why Join Us

At PUSH Buffalo, we don’t just build and manage buildings — we create spaces that serve as hubs for equity, organizing, and opportunity. You’ll be joining a values-driven team working to transform systems and empower communities, one project at a time.

+ Be part of a mission-driven team focused on housing justice and sustainability

+ Work in a dynamic environment where your leadership makes a real impact

+ Opportunities for training, advancement, and continued education

We also offer competitive pay, health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with employer match, and opportunities for career growth in a stable, community-focused organization.

Submission Instructions

Interested? Send your resume and a brief note telling us why you’re interested in this position to [email protected] .

Subject Line: Maintenance Manager – [Your Name]

Applications accepted on a rolling basis until filled.

PUSH is an equal opportunity employer

PUSH recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

At PUSH, we have a clear vision: to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, to stay and do their best work. Our organization runs on the hard work and dedication of our passionate and creative employees.