Maintenance Supervisor

Docdort; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Docdort in Buffalo, NY seeks an Industrial and Building Maintenance Lead to manage maintenance staff, oversee preventive programs, and keep production facilities running smoothly.

You will diagnose electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults, coordinate with external contractors, enforce OSHA safety protocols, and maintain accurate maintenance logs and cost tracking. This hands-on supervisory role requires strong leadership and a proactive approach to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or vocational certification preferred.
• 5+ years hands-on maintenance experience, 1-2 years leadership/supervisory.
• Strong proficiency in industrial troubleshooting and facility systems.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and schedule maintenance personnel, assigning daily tasks and emergency repair work.
• Preventive Maintenance: Develop, execute, and document PM programs for industrial machinery, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural systems.
• Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical equipment failures and perform repairs when needed.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure OSHA regulations and PPE protocols are followed; enforce lockout/tagout procedures.
• Inventory & Vendor Management: Oversee spare parts inventory and coordinate with external contractors.
• Reporting: Maintain maintenance logs, track repair costs, and monitor facility performance.

Skills

hvac

contractors

leadership

maintenance

building

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or vocational certification in industrial maintenance, electrical, or HVAC (preferred)

Tools

PLCs

relay logic

motors

conveyors

hydraulics

boilers

chillers

building automation

Job description

Industrial and Building Maintenance Lead

The Industrial and Building Maintenance Lead oversees the repair and upkeep of facility structures and production machinery. This hands-on, supervisory role manages maintenance personnel, directs preventive maintenance programs, enforces safety protocols, and coordinates with external contractors to minimize equipment downtime and ensure smooth facility operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and schedule maintenance personnel, assigning daily tasks and emergency repair work.
• Preventive Maintenance (PM): Develop, execute, and document PM programs for industrial machinery, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural systems.
• Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical equipment failures, stepping in to perform repairs when necessary.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all work meets OSHA regulations, building codes, and company quality standards. Enforce the use of PPE and proper lockout/tagout procedures.
• Inventory & Vendor Management: Oversee spare parts inventory, order operating supplies, and assist in managing external contractors for specialized or large-scale repairs.
• Reporting: Maintain accurate maintenance logs, track repair costs, and monitor facility.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or vocational certification in industrial maintenance, electrical, or HVAC is preferred. Typically requires 5+ years of hands-on maintenance experience, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in industrial troubleshooting (PLCs, relay logic, motors, conveyors, hydraulics) and facility systems (boilers, chillers, building automation).
• Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving, team motivation, and communication skills. Ability to multitask in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Skills: hvac, contractors, leadership, maintenance, building