Maintenance Supervisor Jobs
Maintenance Supervisor jobs are open across manufacturing, facilities management, property management, and logistics, from entry-level lead tech to senior superintendent, with specializations in HVAC systems, electrical maintenance, and preventive maintenance programs. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Industrial Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Pay Rate: Starting at $38.00/hr; higher pay available depending on experience (up to $50.00/hr)
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to oversee electrical maintenance operations in a manufacturing environment. This role combines hands-on troubleshooting expertise with team leadership to maintain equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and ensure safe and efficient production operations.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial electrical systems, PLC-based controls, and preventative maintenance, along with proven experience leading and developing maintenance technicians.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise, train, and develop electrical maintenance technicians while coordinating daily assignments and priorities.
Diagnose and repair complex electrical, motor control, automation, and PLC-related equipment issues.
Respond to equipment breakdowns and production interruptions to minimize downtime.
Establish and maintain preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
Support equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and improvement projects.
Work closely with production, engineering, and operations teams to address equipment issues and improve processes.
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring equipment failures.
Ensure maintenance activities comply with OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E requirements, and established safety procedures.
Maintain electrical schematics, technical documentation, maintenance records, and troubleshooting procedures.
Monitor team performance and identify training opportunities to improve technical capabilities.
Promote workplace safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Provide leadership support across multiple shifts as needed.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintenance efficiency, and production performance.
Qualifications
At least 7 years of industrial electrical, controls, or maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
At least 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience managing electrical or maintenance teams.
Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, variable frequency drives (VFDs), sensors, and power distribution.
Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLC-based automation systems.
Understanding of preventative maintenance and equipment reliability practices.
Ability to lead a team, prioritize maintenance activities, and make decisions in a fast-paced production environment.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E, and electrical safety practices.
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Experience with manufacturing equipment installations, startups, and improvement projects is preferred.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and maintenance documentation systems is preferred.
Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Physical & Work Requirements
Ability to regularly walk throughout the production floor and interact with manufacturing personnel.
Ability to stand, bend, and move around manufacturing areas during inspections and troubleshooting activities.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Flexibility to support multiple shifts and work adjusted hours when operational needs require.
Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace.
Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. The listed pay range represents the anticipated base compensation for this position.
Join a team focused on safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to safety, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Industrial Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Pay Rate: Starting at $38.00/hr; higher pay available depending on experience (up to $50.00/hr)
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to oversee electrical maintenance operations in a manufacturing environment. This role combines hands-on troubleshooting expertise with team leadership to maintain equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and ensure safe and efficient production operations.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial electrical systems, PLC-based controls, and preventative maintenance, along with proven experience leading and developing maintenance technicians.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise, train, and develop electrical maintenance technicians while coordinating daily assignments and priorities.
Diagnose and repair complex electrical, motor control, automation, and PLC-related equipment issues.
Respond to equipment breakdowns and production interruptions to minimize downtime.
Establish and maintain preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
Support equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and improvement projects.
Work closely with production, engineering, and operations teams to address equipment issues and improve processes.
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring equipment failures.
Ensure maintenance activities comply with OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E requirements, and established safety procedures.
Maintain electrical schematics, technical documentation, maintenance records, and troubleshooting procedures.
Monitor team performance and identify training opportunities to improve technical capabilities.
Promote workplace safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Provide leadership support across multiple shifts as needed.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintenance efficiency, and production performance.
Qualifications
At least 7 years of industrial electrical, controls, or maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
At least 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience managing electrical or maintenance teams.
Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, variable frequency drives (VFDs), sensors, and power distribution.
Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLC-based automation systems.
Understanding of preventative maintenance and equipment reliability practices.
Ability to lead a team, prioritize maintenance activities, and make decisions in a fast-paced production environment.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E, and electrical safety practices.
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Experience with manufacturing equipment installations, startups, and improvement projects is preferred.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and maintenance documentation systems is preferred.
Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Physical & Work Requirements
Ability to regularly walk throughout the production floor and interact with manufacturing personnel.
Ability to stand, bend, and move around manufacturing areas during inspections and troubleshooting activities.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Flexibility to support multiple shifts and work adjusted hours when operational needs require.
Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace.
Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. The listed pay range represents the anticipated base compensation for this position.
Join a team focused on safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to safety, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Who's Hiring
- Greystar91
- Asset Living65
- Avenue5 Residential65
- Willow Bridge Property Company57
- Apartment Management Consultants57
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate15
- Chemicals & Materials11
- Consulting & Professional Services8
- Manufacturing4
- Science & Research4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance supervisor jobs.
- 3-5 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a relevant facility or industry
- Proven experience supervising or leading a team of maintenance technicians
- Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems
- Proficiency with a CMMS platform such as Maximo, Fiix, or MP2
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
- Associate or bachelor degree in facilities management, engineering technology, or a related field preferred
Tips for Your Maintenance Supervisor Job Search
Quantify your preventive maintenance results
Hiring managers for maintenance supervisor roles want numbers, not duties. Replace vague statements like 'oversaw maintenance team' with the size of your team, equipment uptime percentages you achieved, or how much you reduced unplanned downtime through scheduled PM programs.
List your certifications by trade
Maintenance supervisor postings screen hard on credentials. Include any HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or boiler licenses you hold, along with your CMMS platforms. Certifications buried in a generic skills section get missed. Put them in a dedicated credentials block near the top.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists maintenance supervisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by facility type
Maintenance supervisor responsibilities shift dramatically between a hospital, a manufacturing plant, and a residential complex. Target postings in the sector where your experience is strongest. Applying to roles outside your facility type without addressing the gap in your cover letter rarely converts.
Prepare a scenario answer for safety incidents
Almost every maintenance supervisor interview includes a behavioral question about handling a safety violation or near-miss. Have a specific, structured example ready that covers what happened, what you decided, what you communicated to your team, and what you changed afterward.
Negotiate scope, not just pay
When an offer comes in, clarify the team headcount you'll actually supervise, the budget authority you'll hold, and the on-call expectations. Maintenance supervisor roles vary widely on all three. Getting those terms in writing before you accept prevents misaligned expectations on day one.
Maintenance Supervisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most maintenance supervisors?
The companies hiring the most maintenance supervisors right now include Greystar, Asset Living, and Avenue5 Residential, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Texas, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is strongest in manufacturing, logistics, and large residential property management.
How many maintenance supervisor jobs are remote?
About 7% of maintenance supervisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most facilities roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include maintenance program coordination, vendor management, and corporate facilities planning roles where on-site presence is less constant.
How do you become a maintenance supervisor?
Most maintenance supervisors start as technicians in a skilled trade such as HVAC, electrical, or mechanical systems and build several years of hands-on experience before moving into a lead role. From there, demonstrating the ability to train others, manage schedules, and coordinate with other departments is what typically earns a supervisor title. Earning OSHA certification and learning a CMMS platform along the way makes the transition faster.
Can you get hired as a maintenance supervisor with little experience?
Getting hired with limited supervisory experience is possible if your technical background is strong in the facility type the employer operates. Emphasize any informal leadership you've done, such as training new hires or running a shift in a supervisor's absence. Targeting smaller properties or facilities where teams are lean and supervisors wear multiple hats gives you the best entry point.
What does the maintenance supervisor interview process look like?
Most maintenance supervisor interviews include a phone screen focused on your trade background and team size, followed by an in-person or video interview with the facilities manager or HR. Expect behavioral questions about safety incidents, handling a technician performance issue, and prioritizing competing work orders. Some employers include a facility walkthrough where they ask you to identify potential problems or assess current conditions.
Where can I find and apply to maintenance supervisor jobs?
You can find and apply to maintenance supervisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and facility background, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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