HVAC Maintenance Shift Lead (24/7 Plant Ops)

Cleveland--cliffs-1; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is seeking a Shift Manager Maintenance HVAC in Cleveland, OH to lead HVAC, utilities, and facility maintenance.

You will supervise hourly staff, MTMs and MTEs, contractors, and coordinate with Operations, Engineering, and Purchasing to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient plant operation. Responsibilities include directing maintenance, overseeing HVAC systems, and developing scopes for projects while managing costs within a 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or lead experience in HVAC or industrial maintenance.
• Working knowledge of industrial HVAC systems (heating, ventilation, air handling, exhaust, and cooling).
• Basic knowledge of facility infrastructure (buildings, plumbing, and general facilities maintenance).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of hourly employees, HVAC technicians, MTMs, MTEs, and contractors for plant HVAC and utilities.
• Direct maintenance, inspection, and repair of HVAC systems and associated controls.
• Ensure HVAC systems support safe operations, environmental compliance, temperature control, ventilation, and air quality.
• Develop scopes of work for HVAC and infrastructure projects; support bids and pre‑bid walkthroughs.
• Manage maintenance spending by planning work, tracking costs, and submitting requisitions.
• Train, coach, and hold employees accountable to safety, energy efficiency, and operational standards.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Purchasing, Environmental, and vendors.
• Provide supervisory coverage across departments as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

HVAC knowledge

Microsoft Office

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/related field

HVAC certification or journeyman training

Tools

Building automation systems (BAS)

HVAC controls

Energy management systems

Job description

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is seeking a Shift Manager Maintenance HVAC in Cleveland, OH to lead HVAC, utilities, and facility maintenance.

You will supervise hourly staff, MTMs and MTEs, contractors, and coordinate with Operations, Engineering, and Purchasing to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient plant operation. Responsibilities include directing maintenance, overseeing HVAC systems, and developing scopes for projects while managing costs within a 24/7 manufacturing environment.