Mechanical Maint & Operations Supervisor

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Wilmore (KY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Thomson-Hood Veterans Center, seeks a Mechanical Maintenance & Operations Supervisor to lead a maintenance team at a 285-bed facility in Wilmore, KY. The role emphasizes leadership and strong communication to support Kentucky's veterans.

The position offers full-time executive branch employment with standard benefits. You will oversee HVAC, electrical work, and facility operations while ensuring safety, reliability, and high service standards for residents and staff.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in maintenance and/or repair of HVAC, refrigeration, ventilation equipment or electrical systems.
• Formal training in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience substitutions can replace education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs and supervises the work of the Maintenance and Operations Section of a 285-bed facility.
• Approves time and attendance and conducts performance appraisals on employees in the maintenance section.
• Inspects, checks work of employees performing mechanical maintenance, HVAC and electrical work.
• Supervises special installations, inspections or repairs of mechanical equipment.
• Recommends improvements in maintenance and operating techniques.
• Performs inventories and maintains property control records.
• Consults with management and provides advice concerning operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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Mechanical Maint & Operations Supervisor

Pay Grade 14

Salary

$3,840.90 - $5,761.96 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

General Government Cabinet | Department of Veterans Affairs

Location

100 Veterans Drive

Wilmore, KY 40390 USA

Description

We are currently seeking a Mechanical Maintenance & Operations Supervisor at the Thomson-Hood Veterans Center. Come join our team who is committed to serving Kentucky’s Veterans. Receive great benefits, life insurance, sick and annual time, and retirement.

Desirable traits for this position include leadership capability and excellent communication skills. This team member will work within a team-centered environment to meet our commitment to serving Kentucky's Veterans by fostering independence, preserving dignity, and providing compassionate care.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following

• Plans, directs and supervises the work of the Maintenance and Operations Section of a 285-bed facility. Approves time and attendance and conducts performance performs appraisals on employees in the maintenance section.
• Inspects, checks work of employees performing mechanical maintenance, HVAC and electrical work.
• Supervises special installations, inspections or repairs of Mechanical equipment.
• Recommends improvements in maintenance and operating techniques.
• Performs inventories and maintains property control records.
• Consults with management and provides advice concerning operations.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:

High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:

Must have five years of experience in the maintenance and/or repair of HVAC, refrigeration, ventilation equipment or electrical systems.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:

Formal training in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:

Experience in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):

Must be 18 years of age.

Working Conditions

May be required to take care of emergency repairs twenty-four hours a day.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Cheryl Hoover at [e-mail] or 859-858-1443.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D