Assistant Maintenance Supervisor

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Bourne (MA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Massachusetts seeks an Assistant Maintenance Supervisor to oversee daily facilities operations at the Barnstable County Correctional Facility. You will supervise custodial and grounds staff, coordinate contractor work, and assist in staffing decisions and performance evaluations.

Responsibilities include safety compliance, facility inspections, emergency response, and coordination of repairs and renovations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management or related field preferred.
• Minimum five (5) years of general building repair and maintenance with at least one (1) year of supervisory experience.
• One (1) year of experience in a correctional facility preferred but not required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Available for call-backs as needed.
• Physical stamina and endurance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with other members of the facilities department.
• Working knowledge of materials, tools and equipment used in building maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily operation of the Facilities Department.
• Supervise Facilities staff assigned to custodial and grounds maintenance duties.
• Supervise contractors performing work within the Barnstable County Correctional Facility and enforce safety protocols.
• Participate in screening and hiring staff; train and assist in annual performance evaluations.
• Inspect facility and equipment; recommend improvements to meet needs.
• Respond to maintenance emergencies and after-hours requests.
• Oversee building operations including maintenance, repairs, and renovations by staff and contractors.
• Review daily cleaning checklists and address discrepancies with staff.
• Review time and attendance and shift assignments for Facilities staff.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Inventory management

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management or related field

Job description

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Job Description - Assistant Maintenance Supervisor (260007BX)

Job Description

Assistant Maintenance Supervisor - ( 260007BX )

Description

Position Summary:

The Assistant Maintenance Supervisor shall perform maintenance tasks at the Barnstable County Correctional Facility and provide assistance to the Director of Facilities.

Supervision Received:

Receives general direction and oversight from the Director of Facilities in performing duties in accordance with all best practices and established guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assists with the daily operation of the Facilities Department.

Assists in the direct supervision of the Facilities staff assigned to custodial and grounds maintenance duties.

Responsible for the supervision/escorting of contractors performing work within the BCCF and ensures all safety protocols are followed.

Participates in the screening and hiring of staff, trains, supervises, and assists in the annual performance evaluations.

Assists in facility inspection, equipment maintenance, and ground inspection, and recommends improvements in the facility to ensure that needs are met.

Responds to emergencies calls for maintenance and repairs.

Responds to after hour request for maintenance and coordinates response.

Assists in the supervision of building operations including maintenance, repairs, and renovations by the Facilities Department employees and contractors;

Reviews daily cleaning checklists and ensure work was completed as indicated;

Addresses any discrepancies with staff arising from work order review and actual condition of the facility.

Reviews time and attendance for all Facilities staff and shift assignments.

Assist in the administrative functions of the Facility department. Completes administrative duties, such as filling out forms and reporting maintenance statuses to the Director of Facilities.

Responsible for all estimates and installation for new and current systems.

Maintains inventory of all machinery and vehicle parts; facility supplies, furniture, and miscellaneous items stored in the warehouse.

Performs routine building maintenance duties, including but not limited to painting, minor electrical repairs, minor plumbing, carpentry, and heating and ventilation systems maintenance.

Complies with all safety and health regulations .

Please note this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee in this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Organized with attention to detail.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Ability to prioritize and problem solve in a high-pressure environment.

Working knowledge of building maintenance practices.

Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing and carpentry practices.

Ability to work independently and perform assigned tasks.

Ability to work with other members of the facility department as necessary.

Working knowledge of inventory management.

Knowledge of types and uses of materials, tools and equipment used in building maintenance work.

Knowledge of methods followed in building custodial work.

Qualifications

A High School Diploma or equivalent certificate is required.

A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Facilities Management or related area of study is preferred.

A minimum of five (5) years of experience in general building repair and maintenance with at least one (1) year of supervisory experience.

A minimum of one (1) years of experience working in a correctional facility is preferred but not required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

A valid driver's license is required.

Must be available for call-backs as needed.

Physical stamina and endurance.

Official Title : Asst Maintenance Supervisor

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Bourne - 6000 Sheriff's Place

Job

Equipment, Facilities & Services

Agency

Sheriff Dept Barnstable

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Oct 23, 2026, 4:59:17 PM

Number of Openings

1

Salary

97,191.64 - 123,116.76 Yearly

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