Lead Hospital Plant Maintenance Supervisor

Montefiore Health System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 74,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, NY seeks a Plant Maintenance Supervisor to oversee repair, maintenance, and daily operation of hospital plant and auxiliary systems, reporting to the Chief Engineer. This role includes direct supervision of the Steam and Plumbing shops and ensuring safe, efficient operation across ~2,000,000 sq ft of patient care and support spaces.

You will coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance, ensure compliance with Joint Commission and NFPA standards, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in plant operations, mechanical systems, or facilities maintenance.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or lead experience in a facilities, institutional, or healthcare environment.
• Strong knowledge of steam systems, plumbing systems, pumps, valves, controls, and related infrastructure.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervises day-to-day operations of the Steam and Plumbing shops, including assignment of work, staff scheduling, and performance monitoring.
• Directs preventive and corrective maintenance activities for plant utilities, steam distribution systems, hot and cold water systems, pumps, valves, and related mechanical equipment.
• Ensures all work complies with applicable codes, regulatory requirements, and hospital standards (e.g., Joint Commission, NFPA, DOB, DOH).
• Conducts routine inspections of mechanical spaces, utility systems, and equipment to identify issues and verify optimal performance.
• Coordinates maintenance activities to support uninterrupted patient care operations.
• Assists the Chief Engineer in planning, coordinating, and monitoring capital and operational projects.
• Oversees contractor work, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines, work scope, and project timelines.
• Maintains documentation, logs, and reports required for inspections and regulatory compliance.
• Supports safety programs including lockout/tagout, confined space procedures, water management protocols, and environment of care requirements.
• Provides guidance, training, and development for shop personnel and promotes a culture of professionalism and service excellence.
• Maintains inventory of materials, supplies, and equipment; assists with budget planning and cost management initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, NY seeks a Plant Maintenance Supervisor to oversee repair, maintenance, and daily operation of hospital plant and auxiliary systems, reporting to the Chief Engineer. This role includes direct supervision of the Steam and Plumbing shops and ensuring safe, efficient operation across ~2,000,000 sq ft of patient care and support spaces.

You will coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance, ensure compliance with Joint Commission and NFPA standards, and