Lead Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Virginia Tech; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Tech's Housing Maintenance team seeks a Supervisors who will supervise staff, provide hands-on training, and oversee repairs across electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.

The role partners with the Housing Maintenance Manager to manage contractor work, schedule tasks, and handle administrative duties while ensuring excellent service and safety standards. The position is based in Blacksburg, VA and requires a strong commitment to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with repair and installation of commercial building systems and equipment.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent related experience in HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical trades.
• Previous commercial or residential facilities maintenance experience.
• Experience with computerized work order systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and provide hands-on training for electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and related system components.
• Coordinate contractor repairs: solicit pricing, schedule work, and oversee quality of work performed.
• Assign work orders, approve leave, and assist with administrative tasks as needed by the Housing Maintenance Manager.

Skills

Building systems maintenance

Supervision

CMMS / work orders

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical trades

Journeyman or Master certification (preferred)

Tools

None

Job description

Virginia Tech's Housing Maintenance team seeks a Supervisors who will supervise staff, provide hands-on training, and oversee repairs across electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.

The role partners with the Housing Maintenance Manager to manage contractor work, schedule tasks, and handle administrative duties while ensuring excellent service and safety standards. The position is based in Blacksburg, VA and requires a strong commitment to operational excellence.