Supervisor, Maintenance - 1st Shift

About the role

NJM is expanding into new states and seeks a 1st Shift Maintenance Supervisor for its West Trenton, NJ facility. This role leads the maintenance team, performs hands-on field work, and ensures the reliable operation of facility infrastructure systems while driving continuous improvement and employee development.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and Staff Management
  • Supervise, coach, develop, and evaluate maintenance personnel
  • Establish work schedules, staffing plans, and daily priorities
  • Conduct performance reviews and support employee development plans
  • Promote a culture of safety, accountability, customer service, and teamwork
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
• Facility Operations Management
  • Direct the operation and maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, life safety, building automation, and emergency power systems
  • Ensure critical systems are maintained for maximum reliability and operational readiness
  • Establish maintenance standards, procedures, and performance metrics
  • Monitor work order completion, backlog, and preventive maintenance compliance
• Planning and Administration
  • Develop maintenance schedules and preventive maintenance programs
  • Manage maintenance records, inspections, permits, and compliance documentation
  • Oversee inventory management and procurement of maintenance materials
  • Evaluate facility systems and recommend capital improvements and equipment replacement strategies
• Contractor and Vendor Management
  • Manage maintenance service contracts and vendor relationships
  • Oversee contractor safety, quality, scheduling, and performance
  • Support facility projects through planning, coordination, and execution
• Budget and Continuous Improvement
  • Assist in preparation and management of departmental budgets
  • Monitor operating expenses and identify cost-saving opportunities
  • Lead reliability improvement and operational efficiency initiatives
  • Develop recommendations for system improvements and infrastructure upgrades
• Emergency and Business Continuity Response
  • Direct response to facility emergencies and operational incidents
  • Support business continuity and disaster recovery efforts
  • Ensure maintenance staff are trained and prepared for emergency situations

Requirements

• Education
  • High School Diploma, GED, Trade School diploma, or equivalent technical training
• Experience
  • Minimum 10 years of facility maintenance or building operations experience
  • Minimum 3 years of supervisory or team leadership experience
• Certifications and Licenses
  • New Jersey Low Pressure Boiler Operator License
  • Valid driver’s license
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Extensive knowledge of commercial building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, emergency power, and building automation systems
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills
  • Understanding of maintenance planning and reliability-centered maintenance principles
  • Knowledge of workplace safety regulations and facility compliance requirements
  • Experience managing contractors, vendors, and service agreements
  • Strong organizational, project management, and budgeting skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work on-call, weekends, and during emergencies when required

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Facilities Management, Mechanical Systems, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered
• Building Management System administration experience
• Certified Facility Manager (CFM), FMP, SMA, or similar industry credential
• Project management experience involving occupied commercial facilities

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with employer match up to 8% and additional service-based contributions
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life and Disability coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid parental leave in addition to state-mandated leave
• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses

Pay

Salary range: $83,741 – $97,178, commensurate with experience and credentials.