Maintenance Supervisor Jobs in South Carolina
Maintenance Supervisor jobs in South Carolina are concentrated in manufacturing, commercial real estate, hospitality, and municipal facilities management, with the state's industrial base generating steady demand at every level from working foreman to multi-site facilities lead. The heaviest hiring is in Greenville, Columbia, and Charleston, where employers like BMW Manufacturing, Michelin North America, and the Medical University of South Carolina routinely carry openings. The most in-demand specialties are HVAC systems oversight, preventive maintenance program management, and electrical and mechanical systems supervision. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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All employees are responsible for Food Safety, Quality, and Personal Safety. Food safety and quality issues or potential issues must be reported to the QA Supervisor or QA Manager. Plant safety issues should report to the Safety Manager. It is important to remember to carry out all job assignments as assigned.
Job Summary:
In the event of your absence, the department manager or other maintenance supervisor will back up your job duties. Job includes but is not limited to: The following is a list of basic security job procedures. This list is not all inclusive:
Duties and Responsibilities:
Job includes but is not limited to:
- Must obey all SAFETY, USDA, HACCP, & PLANT rules and regulations.
- Ensure all department employees are present.
- Ensure employees follow plant rules, safety rules, and GMPs.
- Follow up on previous shift's issues.
- Review start/stop times for accounting/payroll.
- Ensure work areas are clean and are operating in a sanitary manner.
- Coordinate with maintenance technicians for ongoing new hire training.
- Training employees according to your area schedule and conduct meetings.
- Maintain department running.
- Supervise the PM on the weekend.
- Inspect received supplies.
- Operate within standard operating procedures.
- Assist and maintain the PSM program as assigned.
- Premises are maintained structurally sound.
- Ensure equipment is maintained and operating at proper parameters to maintain and meet Animal Welfare guidelines.
- Equipment is maintained in a condition to support sanitary operating conditions and prevent foreign material contamination.
- Perform any duties required by management.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Must have good communication skills (both written and oral).
- Must be able to work weekends and overtime.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time
- Must be able to lift and climb.
Reporting Relationships: Maintenance Manager
You will be trained through:
- Orientation program conducted by Human Resources.
- On-the-job by supervisor or their designee.
- Safety briefs from the safety department.
- Ongoing and/or annual training to meet specific needs from your supervisor including GMPs/Personal Hygiene, Allergen Management, and Food Defense
Schedule:
Sunday- Thursday
1:00 pm - 9:30pm
Could change shift later down the road
Employees are scheduled to work two Saturdays within every six-week period.
All employees are responsible for Food Safety, Quality, and Personal Safety. Food safety and quality issues or potential issues must be reported to the QA Supervisor or QA Manager. Plant safety issues should report to the Safety Manager. It is important to remember to carry out all job assignments as assigned.
Job Summary:
In the event of your absence, the department manager or other maintenance supervisor will back up your job duties. Job includes but is not limited to: The following is a list of basic security job procedures. This list is not all inclusive:
Duties and Responsibilities:
Job includes but is not limited to:
- Must obey all SAFETY, USDA, HACCP, & PLANT rules and regulations.
- Ensure all department employees are present.
- Ensure employees follow plant rules, safety rules, and GMPs.
- Follow up on previous shift's issues.
- Review start/stop times for accounting/payroll.
- Ensure work areas are clean and are operating in a sanitary manner.
- Coordinate with maintenance technicians for ongoing new hire training.
- Training employees according to your area schedule and conduct meetings.
- Maintain department running.
- Supervise the PM on the weekend.
- Inspect received supplies.
- Operate within standard operating procedures.
- Assist and maintain the PSM program as assigned.
- Premises are maintained structurally sound.
- Ensure equipment is maintained and operating at proper parameters to maintain and meet Animal Welfare guidelines.
- Equipment is maintained in a condition to support sanitary operating conditions and prevent foreign material contamination.
- Perform any duties required by management.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Must have good communication skills (both written and oral).
- Must be able to work weekends and overtime.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time
- Must be able to lift and climb.
Reporting Relationships: Maintenance Manager
You will be trained through:
- Orientation program conducted by Human Resources.
- On-the-job by supervisor or their designee.
- Safety briefs from the safety department.
- Ongoing and/or annual training to meet specific needs from your supervisor including GMPs/Personal Hygiene, Allergen Management, and Food Defense
Schedule:
Sunday- Thursday
1:00 pm - 9:30pm
Could change shift later down the road
Employees are scheduled to work two Saturdays within every six-week period.
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Maintenance Supervisor Job Market in South Carolina
A snapshot from current South Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Greystar10
- Asset Living3
- MAA2
- JennMar2
- NHE2
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Aerospace & Defense
- Electronics & Hardware
- Construction & Real Estate
What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance supervisor jobs across South Carolina.
- Five or more years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing or facilities environment
- Demonstrated ability to lead and schedule a team of maintenance technicians
- Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems troubleshooting
- Familiarity with OSHA standards and safety compliance documentation in South Carolina facilities
- Experience with preventive maintenance software or computerized maintenance management systems
- Associate degree or technical diploma in a relevant trade from a South Carolina technical college preferred
Maintenance Supervisor Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a maintenance supervisor in South Carolina?
The most direct path is progressing through a skilled trades role, such as electrician, HVAC technician, or millwright, and building team leadership experience in a South Carolina manufacturing or facilities setting. South Carolina does not require a state-issued supervisory license for the role itself, but holding a valid South Carolina Electrical Contractor or Mechanical license significantly strengthens candidacy. Technical diplomas from institutions like Greenville Technical College or Trident Technical College are widely recognized by employers in the state.
Which companies hire maintenance supervisors in South Carolina?
Companies currently hiring maintenance supervisors in South Carolina include Greystar, Asset Living, and MAA, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. South Carolina's large automotive, tire, and aerospace manufacturing base means these openings are frequently long-term positions tied to sustained production operations rather than short-term project work.
Which South Carolina cities have the most maintenance supervisor jobs?
Columbia, Greenville, and Spartanburg carry the most maintenance supervisor openings in South Carolina. Greenville leads because of its dense concentration of automotive and advanced manufacturing plants, including major international operations, while Columbia's mix of state government facilities, hospitals, and distribution centers drives consistent demand, and Charleston's growing logistics, hospitality, and port-related industrial base sustains openings across the metro.
Are there remote maintenance supervisor jobs in South Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. Maintenance supervision is an inherently hands-on role requiring physical presence on a facility floor or across a property portfolio. About 0% of maintenance supervisor openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be multi-site oversight or regional facilities coordinator roles where administrative duties can be handled off-site between visits.
How can I get hired as a maintenance supervisor in South Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing a maintenance technician role at one of South Carolina's large manufacturers or institutional employers, such as hospital systems or county facilities departments, and progressing internally. Many South Carolina technical colleges partner with regional manufacturers on apprenticeship or cooperative education programs that create a clear track into supervision. Earning a South Carolina Electrical or HVAC credential early signals readiness for advancement and narrows the experience gap when applying for lead or supervisory titles.
Where can I find and apply to maintenance supervisor jobs in South Carolina?
You can find and apply to maintenance supervisor jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your trade background and location, then apply directly to whichever ones fit your experience level and target industry.
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