Maintenance Supervisor

Kroc Center; Milwaukee, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Prescription drugs

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Hearing coverage

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Voluntary life

Short-term disability

403(b) plan

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Milwaukee, WI seeks an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to oversee daily operations of the maintenance department. You will evaluate systems, determine needs, and plan work assignments to keep facilities running smoothly and efficiently.

The role requires three years of maintenance experience, a high school diploma, and extensive knowledge of building systems. You will supervise staff, develop preventive programs, manage work orders, and ensure safety and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Three years of maintenance experience.
• Extensive knowledge of building systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC).

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the maintenance department.
• Evaluate systems, determine maintenance needs, and plan work assignments.
• Facilitate or perform maintenance and repairs across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and painting systems.
• Establish and maintain preventive maintenance programs.
• Manage work order system, estimate labor and materials, and track costs.
• Maintain records (maintenance log, mileage log, OSHA log).
• Supervise and train maintenance workers; provide mentoring and safety training.

Skills

Maintenance supervision

Problem solving

Scheduling

MS Office

Communication in English

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Location: Milwaukee, WI
Pay: $21-24.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: 40 hours per week. On call position flexible scheduling required. Monday - Saturday days, evenings, weekends
Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and hearing coverage
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid basic long-term disability coverage
• Optional voluntary life, short-term disability, and enhanced long-term disability coverage
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) retirement savings plan

About the Role

At The Salvation Army Thrift Store, your work helps turn donations into funding for programs that support people in our community. We're seeking an experienced and skilled supervisor to oversee the day-to-day operations of our maintenance department. This role is crucial in evaluating systems, determining maintenance needs, and planning work assignments to ensure our facilities run smoothly and efficiently .

What You’ll Do

Maintenance Operations

• Facilitate or perform maintenance and repairs of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and painting systems
• Establish and maintain preventive maintenance programs
• Initiate and manage work order system to track completion and quality
• Estimate labor, materials, and costs for all work orders
• Keep necessary records including maintenance log, mileage log, and OSHA log
• Ensure all work meets quality standards and compliance requirements
• Supervise and train maintenance workers
• Provide training and mentoring to promote success
• Maintain a safe working environment
• Ensure proper use of PPE including gloves, masks, and back guards

Project Management

• Assess building systems to plan work assignments
• Create and manage project schedules
• Determine maintenance and repair priorities
• Coordinate with other departments for minimal disruption
• Available for flexible schedule including early/late shifts and some weekends

Why Join Us

• Mission-driven work that supports programs in your community
• On-the-job training
• Team-oriented environment
• Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program, and more!

Additional Information

What You Need

Required

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Three years of maintenance experience
• Extensive knowledge of building systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC)

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong management and supervisory capabilities
• Ability to identify issues and determine necessary repairs
• Proficient in planning maintenance schedules
• Basic computer skills including MS Office Suite
• Strong communication skills in English
• Basic math skills

Required Certifications

• Must maintain valid driver's license
• Must qualify to drive TSA vehicles

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand, use hands, handle, feel, hear, and talk
• Frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Must regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and focus adjustment
• Typical store/warehouse environment
• Quiet to moderate noise level
• May be dusty with temperature fluctuations
• May require working in various weather conditions

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are returning to work, U.S. Veterans, people with disabilities, people impacted by the justice system, and people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.