DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE

DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE

OVERVIEW: The Deputy Director of Maintenance works in conjunction with the Director of Operations-Maintenance in performing major and minor maintenance both inside and outside of Stilwell and Joseph Coach Manor. This position shall be exempt from Civil Service as it relates to appointment. Appointed individual shall serve at the will of the City of Warren Housing Commission.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Work is performed under the direction of Departmental Managers and the City of Warren Housing Commission.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervise temporary employees as necessary. In the absence of the Director of Operations-Maintenance, the Deputy Director of Maintenance shall exercise supervision over the Maintenance Specialists, Senior Citizen Housekeeper(s), and temporary employees.

RESPONSIBILITIES: An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following:
• Assist the Director of Operation-Maintenance in performing major inside and outside maintenance.
• Assist in the daily operation of the housing facility.
• Supervise temporary employees when necessary.
• Perform necessary maintenance and repair of heating and cooling, electrical, plumbing, boiler, carpentry, compactor, fire control panels and systems, generators and contact vendors and contractors when necessary.
• Share in the 24-hour on call responsibility of the housing complex at the discretion of the Director of Operations-Maintenance. Applicant must be able to get to the facility in a very timely manner and have a valid driver’s license.
• Perform assigned duties with minimal supervision.
• When necessary, reach overhead, grasp, bend, stoop, squat, climb and move about freely and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.
• Maintain confidentially in all issues relating to the Warren Senior Housing and its applicants/tenants.
• Be willing and able to perform on-call service requests.
• Ability to assist with snow removal during and after normal work hours.
• In the absence of the Director of Operations-Maintenance, the Deputy Director of Maintenance shall assume all responsibilities and powers of the Director of Operations-Maintenance’s role.
• Attend City of Warren Housing Commission meetings, when necessary.
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people in this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

PRELIMINARY QUALIFICATIONS:
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working within apartment/housing communities.
• General building and grounds maintenance including irrigation repairs.
• Knowledge in HVAC, painting, drywall, plumbing & electrical repairs.
• Must have own transportation and share in the 24-hour on call responsibility of the housing complex at the discretion of the Director of Operations-Maintenance.
o Applicant must be able to get to the facility in a very timely manner and have a valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of, and ability to complete, full vacant turn processes, including drywall, painting, caulking and grouting required.
• Experience with windows, doors, appliances, faucets, garbage disposals and door lock repairs and replacements as well as carpentry, ceramic tile installation.
• Open to change and able to multi-task in a fast paced environment.

DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school graduation or G.E.D. equivalent.
o Diploma or official, SEALED transcripts REQUIRED at the time of application
• Individual must have the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Individual must be able to effectively communicate with co-workers and tenants, especially the senior citizens.
• 2 years of experience in Senior Housing or Senior Services industry.
• A/C Certified Type I-II or universal preferred.
• HVAC Certification strongly preferred.
• Position is Friday-Tuesday 8:30am to 5:00pm.
• Must have a valid driver’s license to operate a vehicle in the State of Michigan.
• Driving record must meet City standards for insurability.

This position requires you to enter occupied units; therefore, employees are required to be honest and trustworthy with a satisfactory background. A valid drivers’ license and reliable transportation will be required, as this position will entail the operation of city owned vehicles and equipment.

There is a six-month probationary period for this position.

Updated: October 1, 2025

Pay rate: $57,238/year

Excellent benefit package includes health, dental and life insurance, 401K plan, paid vacation and sick time.

Apply: Warren City Hall-Human Resources #410
One City Square, Warren, MI 48093
Weekdays 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Deadline: ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Please print the following documents to complete your application:
• Application
• Full-time Release Info. Agreement form
• Driver’s License form
• EEO form
• Drug Testing Policy and Procedure Statement

If you have any questions, please call our office at 586-574-4670.