Maintenance Supervisor at Stark State College (OH) – North Canton, Ohio

The Maintenance Supervisor at Stark State College oversees the daily operations of the College’s maintenance and daytime custodial teams within the Physical Plant Department. This position plays a key leadership role in maintaining the College’s facilities and energy systems, serving as the primary operational liaison between the College community and the department. The Supervisor also manages the College’s energy management and building automation systems and is on call 24/7 to respond to emergencies involving the HVAC and lighting control systems. In the Director’s absence, this position provides departmental oversight and support in administrative and management functions.

Salary: $57,501 - $74,752, commensurate with experience.

Typical Hours of Work:
Typical hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. on our Main Campus in North Canton.

Who We Are:
The positive energy at Stark State College comes from exceptionally dedicated employees who work hard for students. Success – for both our employees and our students – is the result.

You’ll be a Great Fit If:
You’ll be a great fit if you’re a hands-on leader who enjoys solving problems and keeping things running smoothly. You take pride in maintaining safe, efficient facilities, and you’re just as comfortable mentoring your team as you are troubleshooting a complex HVAC or electrical issue. Strong communication, organization, and follow-through are key to your success in this role.

Typical Responsibilities Include:
Lead, coach, and mentor the maintenance and day custodial team. Conduct quarterly one-on-one performance evaluations, coordinate training and skill development, schedule and assign work, and perform random work order inspections to ensure quality standards.

Oversee the College’s Building Automation System (BAS) and Energy Management System. Monitor, troubleshoot, and coordinate maintenance and repair of all building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, boilers, and ventilation. Ensure accurate and timely documentation of maintenance activities in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Track departmental expenditures, obtain and evaluate multiple vendor quotes, and select cost-effective solutions. Manage inventory and procurement of spare parts, supplies, and tools to support maintenance operations.

Actively participate in departmental planning activities including daily huddles, safety meetings, and strategic planning sessions. Support continuous improvement initiatives and special maintenance projects.

Assist the Director with evaluating department policies, procedures, and goals. Serve on committees or represent the department in meetings as assigned. Respond to emergency call-ins and coordinate appropriate responses to operational issues.

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To be Considered You'll Need:
Valid Ohio driver’s license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, HVAC Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Facilities Management, or a closely related field.
At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in building maintenance, facilities operations, or a skilled trade (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical), including one (1) year in a supervisory or lead role.

In Lieu of a Degree:

Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible experience in building maintenance, facilities operations, or a related trade (HVAC, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing), including two (2) years in a supervisory or lead role.

Click Here to View Outstanding Benefits You Can Expect From Stark State College:
Full-time employees can expect excellent medical, dental & vision coverage; paid life and AD&D insurance; state pension/retirement (OPERS/STRS); paid time off, sick leave and paid holidays; paid Stark State tuition, tuition reimbursement and employee assistance program

The work you do at Stark State will matter to the thousands of students who walk through our doors, and eventually across the commencement stage, on their journey to a better tomorrow. Come join us and learn how your aspirations can be part of a better future for them – and you.

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