Maintenance Supervisor

THRIVE Wellness and Recovery, Inc.; Watertown (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

THRIVE Wellness and Recovery, Inc. seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee maintenance operations across assigned locations, balancing light supervisory duties with technical expertise. You will ensure facilities are safe, functional, and supportive of the agency’s programs and clients.

You will supervise Maintenance Technicians, schedule work, conduct inspections, and respond to emergencies. A High School Diploma with hands-on maintenance skills is required, with two years of supervisory

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required and ability to perform essential duties.
• Proficiency in at least two areas: electrical/mechanical, carpentry/painting/plumbing, HVAC, appliance repair.
• Two years supervisory experience preferred in maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily tasks of Maintenance Technicians.
• Schedule, assign, and oversee maintenance and repair work at locations.
• Conduct facility inspections and address safety issues.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and agency procedures.
• Perform maintenance tasks alongside technicians and provide guidance.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Manager on priorities, staffing, and resources.
• Maintain records of work orders, inspections, and repairs.
• Respond to emergency maintenance situations.
• Assist in on-call rotation for maintenance emergencies.
• Perform seasonal duties such as lawn care and custodial tasks as directed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Facilities maintenance

Scheduling

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Trade or vocational training (preferred)

Job 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.