Facility Operations Supervisor

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Ambridge (Beaver County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Old Economy Village in Ambridge is seeking a Facility Operations Supervisor. This role keeps you hands-on with historic buildings, grounds, equipment, and systems, involving carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and event preparation as needed.

You will plan maintenance projects with management, provide guidance on needs, supervise staff, coordinate with outside contractors, and help ensure the site remains safe, functional and ready for visitors.

Qualifications

• Two years of skilled trades work experience in commercial, industrial, or utility facilities.
• Two or more years of experience in carpentry and construction, electrical maintenance, and plumbing maintenance.
• An active motor vehicle license.
• Experience with lawn care, landscaping, snow removal equipment, HVAC, and fire/security systems is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• You'll perform and oversee maintenance work, plan and coordinate projects, supervise maintenance staff, work with outside contractors, and help keep the site safe, functional, and ready for visitors.

Skills

Skilled trades

Carpentry

Electrical maintenance

Plumbing maintenance

Motor vehicle license

Job description

Put your maintenance skills to work in a job where your experience matters.

If you have a strong skilled trades background and like working with your hands, consider taking your experience to Old Economy Village. The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission is looking for a Facility Operations Supervisor to help maintain this unique historic site in Ambridge.

This is not a desk-bound supervisor position.

You’ll stay hands-on while helping care for historic buildings, grounds, equipment, and physical systems. One day might involve carpentry or electrical work, while the next could mean plumbing, grounds maintenance, working with contractors, or preparing the site for a special event.

Your experience and judgment will be valued.

You’ll work closely with management to plan maintenance projects, solve problems, and provide advice and recommendations on the site’s maintenance needs. You’ll have a voice in how work gets done while staying hands-on and putting your skills to use in a variety of ways.

What You’ll Do

You’ll perform and oversee maintenance work, plan and coordinate projects, supervise maintenance staff, work with outside contractors, and help keep the site safe, functional, and ready for visitors.

Do You Qualify?

You need:

• Two years of skilled trades work experience in commercial, industrial, multi-unit residential facilities, or utility plant operations; OR an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Two or more years of experience in each of these areas: carpentry and construction, electrical maintenance, and plumbing maintenance.
• An active motor vehicle license.

Experience with lawn care, landscaping, snow removal equipment, HVAC, and fire/security systems is preferred but not required.

Good to Know

This is a full-time, on-site position working 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional evening, weekend, and holiday work for special events and operational needs.

Ready for a hands-on role with variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to have your expertise heard and valued?