Assistant Maintenance Supervisor Jobs

Assistant Maintenance Supervisor jobs are open across residential property management, commercial facilities, manufacturing, and hospitality, covering specializations in HVAC, electrical systems, and preventive maintenance programs, at every level from lead technician to senior supervisor. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles79
Top stateVirginia
Top employerCampus Apartments
Top cityRichmond, VA
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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Working Janitorial Supervisor / Building Maintenance Assistant
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Working Janitorial Supervisor / Building Maintenance Assistant
The Morelli Corporation
Tampa, Florida
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
On-Site

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Assistant Maintenance Supervisor
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Assistant Maintenance Supervisor
CONAM Group of Companies
Las Vegas, Nevada
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$24 - $26/hr
1,001-5,000

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Assistant Supervisor, Maintenance (Grounds)
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Assistant Supervisor, Maintenance (Grounds)
The School District of Lee County
Fort Myers, Florida
Higher Education
Research & Academia
Teaching & Instruction
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Assistant Maintenance Supervisor
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Assistant Maintenance Supervisor
Pantzer
Vienna, Virginia
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
201-500

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Assistant Maintenance Supervisor
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Assistant Maintenance Supervisor
S S Steiner
Yakima, Washington
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
$33 - $38/hr
Bachelor of Science

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Assistant Maintenance Supervisor Job Market

Who's Hiring

Campus Apartments7 open roles
Avenue5 Residential7 open roles
The Hanover Company5 open roles

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in assistant maintenance supervisor jobs.

  • Three to five years of hands-on maintenance experience with demonstrated supervisory or lead responsibilities
  • Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems across a commercial or residential facility
  • EPA 608 refrigerant handling certification or equivalent HVAC credential
  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 safety certification and familiarity with lockout/tagout procedures
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, equipment manuals, and maintenance management software work orders
  • High school diploma or GED required, with vocational training, an associate degree, or a trade apprenticeship preferred

Tips for Your Assistant Maintenance Supervisor Job Search

Tailor your resume to each sector

Facilities management in a hotel chain demands different skills than a manufacturing plant or apartment complex. Adjust your resume to reflect the specific equipment, compliance standards, and team size relevant to each employer's industry before you apply.

List your certifications prominently

Certifications like EPA 608, OSHA 30, or a universal HVAC license are frequently required, not just preferred. Put them in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so hiring managers spot them before reading your work history.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists assistant maintenance supervisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Highlight your preventive maintenance experience

Employers want supervisors who reduce downtime, not just respond to it. Describe specific preventive maintenance schedules you have built or managed, the systems they covered, and any measurable reduction in emergency work orders you achieved.

Prepare for a skills demonstration interview

Many hiring managers for this role ask you to walk through how you would troubleshoot a specific failure scenario, like an HVAC unit tripping a breaker or a boiler losing pressure. Practice explaining your diagnostic process aloud, step by step, before your interview.

Negotiate shift expectations before accepting

On-call requirements and shift rotations vary widely and are often not in the job posting. Ask directly in your final interview round what on-call coverage looks like, how emergencies are handled after hours, and whether the schedule rotates seasonally.

Assistant Maintenance Supervisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most assistant maintenance supervisors?

The most active employers for assistant maintenance supervisors right now are Campus Apartments, Avenue5 Residential, and The Hanover Company, and the most openings are in Virginia, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Property management companies and large manufacturing facilities consistently account for a significant share of posted openings.

How many assistant maintenance supervisor jobs are remote?

About 0% of assistant maintenance supervisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles in the field. The sub-areas most likely to offer any remote component are administrative coordination, vendor scheduling, and computerized maintenance management system oversight rather than direct facilities work.

How do you become an assistant maintenance supervisor?

Start by building several years of hands-on experience as a maintenance technician across core trades like HVAC, electrical, or plumbing. Earn relevant certifications such as EPA 608 or OSHA 30, then take on informal lead responsibilities on your current team. When applying, emphasize any experience coordinating technicians, managing work orders, or running a preventive maintenance schedule.

Can you get hired as an assistant maintenance supervisor with little experience?

Some employers will consider candidates with strong trade certifications and limited supervisory experience if you can show you have led projects or mentored coworkers informally. Target smaller properties or single-site facilities, where the role is closer to a working supervisor than a pure manager, and be specific in your application about the systems you have personally maintained and repaired.

What does the assistant maintenance supervisor interview process look like?

Most hiring processes involve an initial phone screen focused on certifications and trade background, followed by an in-person interview with a facilities director or property manager. Expect scenario-based questions about how you would handle an equipment failure, manage a technician dispute, or prioritize competing work orders. Some employers add a brief facility walkthrough to assess your ability to identify maintenance issues on the spot.

Where can I find and apply to assistant maintenance supervisor jobs?

You can find and apply to assistant maintenance supervisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and certifications and apply directly to each listing from the page.

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