Maintenance Supervisor

Main Street Direct; City of Watertown (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Main Street Direct is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee maintenance operations at multiple locations. The role combines light supervision with hands-on technical work to keep facilities safe, functional, and aligned with agency programs and clients.

You will supervise maintenance technicians, schedule daily tasks, conduct inspections, and ensure adherence to safety standards. This position also involves on-call responsibilities and coordination with the Maintenance Manager.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; ability in at least two of: electrical, mechanical, carpentry, painting, plumbing, building maintenance, HVAC, appliance repair.
• Preferred: post-secondary trade or vocational training; two years supervisory maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily tasks of the maintenance technicians.
• Schedule, assign, and oversee daily maintenance and repairs across locations.
• Conduct facility inspections and address safety issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and agency procedures.
• Perform maintenance alongside technicians and mentor staff.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Carpentry

Painting

Plumbing

HVAC

Appliance repair

Facilities maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Post-secondary trade or vocational school

Job description

Description

Description

Schedule:

Monday through Friday 6:30AM-3:00PM with occasional On-Call

Summary

The Maintenance Supervisor oversees and conducts maintenance operations across assigned locations with the assistance of the Maintenance Technician. This position balances light supervisory responsibilities with technical expertise to ensure facilities remain safe, functional, and supportive of the agency's programs and clients.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily tasks of the assigned Maintenance Technicians.
• Schedule, complete, assign, and oversee daily maintenance and repair work at designated locations.
• Conduct facility inspections and address identified maintenance and safety issues.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards, regulatory requirements, and agency procedures.
• Perform maintenance and repair work alongside technicians, teaching skills and providing guidance and support.
• Coordinate with the Maintenance Manager on agency priorities, staffing, and resource needs.
• Assists in scheduling shifts to address current workloads, large in-house projects and inclement weather clean up, while being mindful of location needs and change of shift requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of work orders, inspections, and completed repairs.
• Serve as a point of contact for program staff regarding maintenance concerns at designated locations.
• Respond to emergency maintenance situations.
• Maintains a positive relationship with vendors while purchasing supplies and materials.
• Maintains a positive relationship with residents and tenants while working at their residence.
• Participates in in-service training as required.
• Performs removal, lawn care, custodial duties and other seasonal work as directed.
• Participates in on-call rotation for maintenance emergencies.
• Management has the right to add or change the duties of this position at any time.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervise Maintenance Technician's Day to day work. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to interviewing, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance in conjunction with the Maintenance Manager.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

Required: A High School Diploma. Must be proficient in at least two of the following areas: Electrical and mechanical aptitude; carpentry, painting, plumbing, building and property maintenance, Heating/AC, Appliance repair.

Preferred: Post secondary trade or vocational school. Two years experience in a supervisory position within the maintenance field.