Maintenance Supervisor

University of South Alabama; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Alabama’s Maintenance Department is seeking to hire a Maintenance Supervisor to manage trades personnel, schedule work, and ensure building maintenance and safety standards on the Main Campus in Mobile. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, four years of building maintenance experience with two years in a supervisory role, and a valid driver’s license.

The role involves supervising electricians, painters, plumbers, and other trades, handling work

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or higher; four years of general building maintenance and repair work experience.
• Two years in a supervisory capacity within maintenance or related field.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and driving record acceptable for university insurance.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assigns, supervises, and inspects work of electricians, painters, plumbers, maintenance mechanics, roofers and other trades personnel and contractors.
• Makes requisitions and purchases of tools, equipment, and materials.
• Keeps records and manages employees’ time, safety training, and reports.
• Assists with hiring, disciplining, and evaluating personnel.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Maintenance work

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

General maintenance tools

Job description

High school diploma or equivalent, four years of experience in general building maintenance and repair work, two years of which were in a supervisory capacity, and possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage with the University of South Alabama. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Job Description Summary

The University of South Alabama’s Maintenance Department is seeking to hire a Maintenance Supervisor. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

• Assigns, supervises, and inspects the work of the electricians, painters, plumbers, maintenance mechanics, roofers and all other trades personnel, technicians and contractors in the maintenance and repair of buildings along with maintenance, repair and installation of equipment.
• Makes requisitions and/or purchases of tools, equipment, and materials.
• Keeps records and manages employees’ time, safety training, and makes reports as required.
• Assists with hiring, disciplining, and evaluating personnel.
• Assists with work assignments using applicable hand and power tools.
• Receivies work orders from multiple work order systems, contacts requester to clarify requested task, assigns and dispatches a trade and/or craft, tracks progress, attaches documents, enters critical data and finishes and/or closes work orders.
• Manages the maintenance department’s recyclable universal waste and employee safety training.
• Serves as essential personnel during University closings.
• Required to operate a motor vehicle to travel to and from work sites or transport materials and tools.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime hours as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/09/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Working Days

Working Days Monday - Friday

Working Hours

Working Hours 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Job Location

Job Location Main Campus

Full-time or Part-Time

Full-time or Part-Time Full Time

Regular or Temporary

Regular or Temporary Regular

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you at least 18 years of age?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
  • Yes
  • No
• * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
  • Less than High School
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
• * How many years of related experience do you have?
  • Less than 1 year
  • Between 1 - 3 years
  • Between 3 - 5 years
  • Between 5 - 7 years
  • More than 7 years
• * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • USA website
  • LinkedIn
  • Zip Recruiter
  • Indeed
  • HigherEd Jobs
  • Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
  • Facebook
  • Word of mouth
  • Other

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment OpportunityInvestigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.

EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

The University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/police/resources/fireandsafetyreport.pdf. You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.