MEP & Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Harvard University; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University is seeking an Area Maintenance Supervisor within Facilities Maintenance Operations to lead and manage a diverse team delivering mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and maintenance services across a designated Harvard campus area.

You will supervise trades personnel, coordinate with facilities managers, and provide project management oversight while prioritizing energy efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts state trade license or related technical training.
• Minimum five years supervising trades personnel in a university environment.
• Experience with computer-based mobile preventive maintenance systems.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Massachusetts state trade license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads and supervises a multi-trade team of in-house tradespersons and contractors to repair, maintain, and operate complex building systems.
• Provides instruction, sets quality standards, and inspects work for compliance.
• Manages attendance and performance to meet unit objectives.
• Oversees diagnosis and troubleshooting to optimize building performance and energy efficiency.
• Maintains CMMS work orders and ensures accurate descriptions and customer information.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Vendor management

Education

Mechanical engineering degree

Engineering technology degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Handheld computing

Barcoding systems

Diagnostics equipment

Job description

Harvard University is seeking an Area Maintenance Supervisor within Facilities Maintenance Operations to lead and manage a diverse team delivering mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and maintenance services across a designated Harvard campus area.

You will supervise trades personnel, coordinate with facilities managers, and provide project management oversight while prioritizing energy efficiency and customer satisfaction.