Building Superintendent (Commercial Office) – High-Trust, Hands-On Role
225 Oak Street, NY · Construction/Facilities
Building Superintendent (Commercial Office) – High-Trust, Hands-On Role Buffalo, NY (On-site)
$55,000–$65,000 (Hourly/Non-Exempt, Paid Overtime)
About the Opportunity TES Staffing is supporting a respected property management firm with over 30 years of success across New York State. We are seeking a highly reliable, hands-on Building Superintendent to oversee a 39,000+ sq. ft. commercial office building in downtown Buffalo. This is a critical, high-trust role following a recent leadership transition. We are looking for someone who takes ownership, operates with integrity, and shows up consistently. You will be the go-to person on-site, responsible for keeping the building running smoothly, safely, and professionally; while delivering exceptional service to a long-standing, high-profile client. Why This Role Stands Out
One building, full ownership – no juggling multiple sites
High visibility & trust – you are the face of operations on-site
Proactively walk the building daily; identify issues and fix them before they become problems
Maintain supplies, tools, and overall building readiness
Support furniture moves, workstation setup, and internal adjustments
Vendor & Project Coordination
Manage vendors (snow removal, landscaping, contractors) and hold them accountable to performance standards
Source vendors, gather quotes, and assist in RFP and bid comparison processes
Support building improvements and upcoming renovation efforts
Coordinate work that falls outside of standard scope with client approvals
Safety & Compliance
Ensure sidewalks, entrances, and exterior areas are safe and maintained; especially during snow events (this may require hands-on shoveling/salting during the day)
Maintain a safe environment for all occupants; safety is non-negotiable
Accurately track time, work performed, and vendor activity
Client Service
Deliver exceptional responsiveness; if something needs fixing, it gets done quickly
Work within a structured system where requests flow through client administration
Communicate clearly and professionally with client stakeholders
Emergency Response
Be available for after-hours emergencies (rare, but critical)
What We’re Looking For
3+ years of commercial building or facilities experience
Strong hands-on maintenance skills (must be able to fix issues—not outsource everything)
Experience managing vendors and holding them accountable
Ability to work independently with minimal oversight
High level of integrity, reliability, and accountability (this is essential)
Strong communication and follow-through
Comfortable operating within structured processes and approvals
What Success Looks Like
The building runs smoothly with no surprises
Issues are handled quickly, proactively, and correctly
The client is consistently happy and confident in operations
You are seen as dependable, trustworthy, and solutions-oriented
Compensation & Benefits
$55K–$65K depending on experience and skill level
Can exceed $65k base IF you are fully capable of handling all aspects of the role independently
Hourly / Non-exempt (paid for all hours worked, including overtime)
Medical benefits (United Healthcare/Oxford – employee contribution ~10% for single coverage)
Option for higher compensation if medical benefits are not needed
401(k) (no match)
Generous holiday schedule (13 paid holidays, including Juneteenth)
Paid time off:
When the building is closed, you are still paid
Additional Details
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Location: On-site in Buffalo, NY
Building type: Commercial office (no residential)
Background check and drug screening required
The Bottom Line This is not a role for someone who cuts corners. This is for someone who:
Takes pride in their work
Shows up, does the job right, and owns the building
Understands that trust and consistency matter just as much as skill
If that’s you, this is a stable, respected role with long-term opportunity and real impact.