Maintenance Liaison – Affordable Housing Community (180 Units, Waterfront)
Location: Poughkeepsie, NY
Pay: $25-27/hour
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Maintenance Liaison to support a 180-unit affordable housing community in Poughkeepsie undergoing a major capital improvement project. This role will serve as a key point of coordination between internal property management/maintenance teams and external construction vendors, ensuring projects are executed efficiently with minimal disruption to residents.
This is an excellent opportunity for a maintenance professional looking to step into a more coordination-focused role while remaining hands-on with property operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Coordination & Communication:
- Act as the primary liaison between ownership/management, on-site maintenance staff, and third-party construction teams
- Facilitate clear communication regarding project timelines, scope, and updates
- Coordinate access to units and common areas for scheduled work
- Ensure projects stay on track and escalate any delays or issues as needed
Property & Unit Inspections:
- Conduct regular inspections of apartments, common areas, and exterior spaces
- Identify maintenance concerns and ensure they are addressed in conjunction with ongoing renovation work
- Monitor quality of work performed by contractors and vendors
Scheduling & Planning Support:
- Assist in developing and adjusting project schedules to minimize resident disruption
- Provide input based on property conditions and maintenance priorities
- Coordinate with residents and staff to ensure smooth workflow during renovations
Maintenance & Operations Support:
- Collaborate with on-site maintenance team to align daily operations with construction activity
- Help track work orders related to renovation and general maintenance needs
- Maintain organized documentation of project progress, inspections, and communications
Qualifications:
- Prior experience in property maintenance, facilities, or construction coordination required
- Experience with affordable housing (LIHTC, Section 8, or similar) preferred
- Strong understanding of building systems and general maintenance practices
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in an active construction environment
- Comfortable performing frequent property and unit inspections
Why Join This Opportunity:
- Be part of a high-impact capital improvement project transforming a waterfront community
- Gain valuable experience working alongside construction and property management teams
- Stable, full-time opportunity with competitive hourly pay
…Pay Statement and Pay Transparency Laws: rate of pay listed is on a per hour basis. You will be entitled to health insurance once employed for 60 days and you must work 30 hours per week, on average, per month to enroll and maintain health insurance through Complete Staffing Solutions. Once both qualifiers are met you must complete the enrollment packet and your benefits will start on the first of the subsequent month. ..It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, veteran status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin or any other legally protected class. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful. We are strongly committed to this policy, and believe in the concept and spirit of the law. #toponehire
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