Maintenance Supervisor - Facilities

Allegheny County Airport Authority; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Pension plan

Dental plans with orthodontia

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life insurance

Job summary

Allegheny County Airport Authority is seeking a seasoned Maintenance Supervisor to lead and supervise maintenance across all airport facilities, the airfield, and equipment locations. You will oversee trades teams, respond to emergency calls, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while coordinating with airlines and tenants.

The role requires at least five years in a union maintenance supervisory role, experience with plumbing, electrical, or HVAC, and CMMS/BAS knowledge.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience in a union environment as a maintenance supervisor or foreman overseeing maintenance and/or construction trades in a multi-building complex or public works department within the past ten years (preferred).
• Plumbing, electrical, and/or HVAC experience (preferred).
• Technical school training or trade certification (preferred).
• Valid Pennsylvania Class C driver’s license, maintained throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance work in all airport facilities and buildings, including the airfield and associated equipment locations.
• Supervise trade groups such as Engineers, Electricians, Plumbers, Electronic Technicians, Carpenters, Painters, and Trowel trades.
• Respond to all maintenance-related emergency calls.
• Provide input while drafting new specifications for maintenance contracts.

Skills

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Team Leadership

Customer Centricity

Education

Technical school training or trade certification

Tools

CMMS

BAS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Let Your Career Take Flight! The Allegheny County Airport Authority (ACAA) is a leading global aviation organization that invests in people, customers, and partners.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance work in all airport facilities and buildings, including the airfield and associated equipment locations.
• Supervise trade groups such as Engineers, Electricians, Plumbers, Electronic Technicians, Carpenters, Painters, and Trowel trades.
• Respond to all maintenance‑related emergency calls.
• Communicate effectively with airport authority departments, airlines, and tenants on maintenance issues.
• Support preventative maintenance programs for all assets and equipment.
• Support CMMS work orders to initiate and track preventive maintenance work.
• Oversee maintenance contracts to ensure quality and compliance.
• Supervise and participate in the investigation, troubleshooting, and repair of buildings and equipment.
• Meet with tenants, airlines, and vendors to review maintenance issues and maintain exceptional customer relationships.
• Provide input while drafting new specifications for maintenance contracts.
• Direct projects from inception to completion.
• Participate in toolbox talks and weekly safety meetings and be involved in all safety activities.
• Develop and implement employee work schedules and approve overtime in accordance with union contracts.
• Conduct daily inspections of the facilities and maintenance sites to ensure compliance with safety initiatives.
• Support the Airlines Services Maintenance Department.

Key Competencies

• Communication – Listens to feedback; provides clear direction to the team; communicates key Authority messages in a timely and clear manner.
• Strategic Thinking – Understands how team execution contributes to departmental goals; identifies short‑term risks to key goals.
• Team Leadership – Fosters continuous improvement and open dialogue; creates a teamwork environment; rewards excellence and coaches to improve underperformance.
• Customer Centricity – Demonstrates deep understanding of customer needs; prioritizes customer experience in every interaction.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include:

• Five (5) years of experience in a union environment as a maintenance supervisor or foreman overseeing maintenance and/or construction trades in a multi‑building complex or public works department within the past ten years (preferred).
• Plumbing, electrical, and/or HVAC experience (preferred).
• Technical school training or trade certification (preferred).
• Valid Pennsylvania Class C driver’s license, maintained throughout employment.
• Ability to work with union employees, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• Extensive knowledge of building construction and trade responsibilities.
• Effective communication with airlines, tenants, contractors, and employees.
• Proficiency with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Knowledge of Building Automation System (BAS) and preventative maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of union contracts and disciplinary procedures.
• Knowledge of Pittsburgh International Airport layout and infrastructure.
• Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

We recognize that not every candidate will meet all qualifications. We encourage those with equivalent experience or transferable skills to apply.

Benefits

• Two plan options for high‑quality health insurance coverage, including an ACAA‑funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
• Employees pay lower healthcare payroll contributions and reduced deductibles compared to industry averages.
• Dental plans covering orthodontia for children.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for health care and dependent care expenses.
• Eligibility for the Allegheny County Employees Pension Plan (defined‑benefit) with vesting after ten years.
• Deferred Compensation Plan for pre‑tax contributions to long‑term investments.
• Employee Assistance Program providing free counseling, financial guidance, and care coordination.
• Life insurance options, wellness programs, and eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Equal‑Opportunity Employment

ACAA is an equal‑opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, and veteran status.