Maintenance Supervisor

Confidential Careers; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Careers is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a team of technicians in Nebraska. The role focuses on planning, coordinating, and overseeing maintenance tasks while maintaining safety, quality, and budget adherence.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 10+ years in industrial operations, strong OSHA knowledge, and at least 2 years of people management. Proven experience in budgeting, scheduling, and vendor coordination is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 10+ years' experience in industrial operations setting.
• Strong OSHA knowledge and experience.
• At least 2 years managing others.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of maintenance personnel.
• Plan and schedule maintenance tasks, including preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
• Manage the maintenance budget, including expense tracking and cost control measures.
• Ensure safety compliance and train maintenance staff on safety protocols.
• Oversee maintenance, repair, and service of machinery, equipment, and facilities.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities and equipment history.
• Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and contractors for specialized tasks.
• Generate reports on maintenance performance, expenses, and equipment reliability.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Maintenance planning

Budget management

Safety compliance

OSHA knowledge

Vendor coordination

Documentation & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

The maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading and managing a team of maintenance technicians or workers to ensure the efficient and effective operation of maintenance and repair activities within the organization. This role involves planning, coordinating, and overseeing various maintenance tasks while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and budgetary constraints.

Major tasks, responsibilities, and key accountabilities:

Supervision and Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of maintenance personnel.
• Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members, ensuring optimal resource utilization.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to team members.

Maintenance Planning and Scheduling

• Plan and schedule maintenance tasks, including preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize downtime and disruptions to operations.
• Maintain a maintenance calendar and ensure adherence to schedules.

Budget Management

• Manage the maintenance budget, including expense tracking and cost control measures.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficient resource allocation.

Safety and compliance

• Ensure that all maintenance activities are conducted safely and in compliance with relevant safety regulations and standards.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and provide training to maintenance staff.

Equipment and Facility Maintenance

• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and service of machinery, equipment, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment, maintenance, history and inspections.

Inventory Management

• Manage maintenance-related inventory, spare parts, and supplies.
• Ensure adequate stock levels while minimizing excess inventory.

Vendor and Contractor Coordination

• Coordinate with external vendors, suppliers, and contractors as needed for specialized maintenance tasks.
• Evaluate vendor performance and negotiate contracts when necessary.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, work orders, and equipment manuals.
• Generate reports on maintenance performance, expenses, and equipment reliability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 10+ years' experience in relevant industrial operations setting
• Strong OSHA knowledge and experience
• At least 2 years managing others

Working Conditions

Comfortable working in various environmental conditions (indoor, outdoor, confined spaces) and cold environment.

• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects
• Physical agility and dexterity for equipment maintenance and repair tasks.