Senior Maintenance Supervisor & Strategic Ops Leader

State of Arkansas; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plans

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

The State of Arkansas invites applications for the Maintenance Supervisor / Expert position located at the Arkansas State Veterans Home, NLR, AR. The role oversees complex maintenance operations, integrating advanced technologies, optimizing resources, and leading a skilled team to keep facilities in peak condition.

This senior role requires 8+ years in maintenance coordination or facilities management, with proven vendor management and system expertise.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive maintenance coordination or facilities management experience.
• Proven leadership of maintenance teams and large projects.
• Experience with maintenance management systems and vendor contracts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine comprehensive maintenance strategies aligned with the agency’s long‑term operational goals.
• Create preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize equipment failures and extend asset lifecycles.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate the maintenance team, ensuring high levels of performance.
• Provide guidance on complex technical issues and serve as an escalation point for troubleshooting and problem resolution.
• Establish and maintain relationships with external service providers, negotiate contracts, and monitor vendor performance to ensure timely and quality service delivery.
• Oversee the procurement and management of maintenance-related supplies and equipment.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and operational excellence through the adoption of innovative maintenance technologies.
• Lead initiatives to streamline workflows, improve system efficiencies, and implement best practices across maintenance operations.
• Prepare and manage budgets, track maintenance expenses, and deliver detailed reports on key performance indicators, including downtime, repair costs, and maintenance return on investment.
• Utilize advanced software systems to generate actionable insights that inform strategic decisions.
• Ensure that all maintenance activities adhere to state and federal safety regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures.
• Oversee regular safety audits and inspections; then implement corrective actions to maintain a hazard‑free work environment.

Skills

Maintenance software

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Time management

Operational excellence

Tech adoption

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS software

IoT monitoring

Data analytics tools

Job description

The State of Arkansas invites applications for the Maintenance Supervisor / Expert position located at the Arkansas State Veterans Home, NLR, AR. The role oversees complex maintenance operations, integrating advanced technologies, optimizing resources, and leading a skilled team to keep facilities in peak condition.

This senior role requires 8+ years in maintenance coordination or facilities management, with proven vendor management and system expertise.