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At Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio (SWACO), we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer. Our employees and customers come from all walks of life and our goal is to celebrate the diverse and inclusive community each person creates. SWACO is seeking a skilled and hands-on Building Maintenance Supervisor to lead daily maintenance operations across our facilities, lands, buildings, and equipment. This role is ideal for a working supervisor who enjoys balancing leadership responsibilities with hands-on technical work.

The ideal candidate is an experienced certified electrician, safety-focused, organized, and ready to support SWACO’s mission through effective facility maintenance and leadership.

Purpose of the Position

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Building Maintenance Supervisor oversees the day-to-day activities of SWACO’s maintenance operations—including supervising staff and contractors, coordinating work orders, ensuring quality standards, and completing hands-on repairs and maintenance tasks. This role plays a key part in keeping SWACO facilities safe, functional, and operating efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Operations

• Oversee daily building maintenance, repairs, and ongoing facility projects.
• Supervise building maintenance staff and contractors.
• Conduct regular team meetings and ensure compliance with safety and training requirements.
• Review service requests and determine necessary repairs or installations.
• Ensure strong customer service across all facility support functions.
• Manage operational training and employee development.

Maintenance & Technical Work

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems (up to 480 volts), HVAC, plumbing, lift stations, and other facility systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair solar arrays, inverters, and photovoltaic equipment.
• Assist with maintenance and service of CNG fueling stations and safety systems.
• Inspect and repair machinery and equipment—including compactors, conveyors, and interactive displays.
• Repair building structures including framing, drywall, roofing, and related components.
• Support renewable and sustainable energy equipment such as EV charging and biogas systems.
• Perform fabrication, cutting, and welding as needed.

Administration & Compliance

• Assist the Facilities Manager with budgeting; manage and track contracts and vendor activity.
• Prepare reports on operations, productivity, and incidents.
• Ensure proper use of the facility Help Desk system for work orders.
• Maintain compliance with PERRP and other safety standards.
• Coordinate salvage and auction processes for SWACO assets.
• Maintain facility grounds, including snow removal responsibilities.

Other Duties

• Respond promptly to emergency calls.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and work areas.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of direct reports and oversee contractors as needed.
• Participate in hiring, training, performance management, and employee development.
• Plan and assign workloads; ensure work is completed on schedule.
• Enforce safety policies and regulatory compliance.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Associate degree, trade certification, or electrical license (preferred).
• Specialized training in solar or CNG systems is a plus.
• Minimum of four (4) years of relevant facility/building management experience.
• Experience operating light/medium equipment preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems up to 480 volts.
• Understanding of solar energy systems, CNG fueling systems, lift stations, and industrial equipment.
• Experience with HVAC, plumbing, and general building maintenance.
• Ability to read technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Skilled with tools, gauges, and diagnostic equipment.
• Experience using maintenance management software.
• Welding and fabrication skills.
• Strong communication, time management, and customer service abilities.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and work under pressure.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must hold a valid Ohio Class A CDL and DOT Medical Card.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb, lift, walk, stoop, kneel, and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Regularly lift up to 25 lbs; occasionally 100 lbs or more.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and around heavy machinery.
• Visual abilities including near/far vision, color vision, and focus adjustment.
• PPE required: hard hat, safety glasses, high‑visibility gear, gloves, steel‑toe boots.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to weather, heat, cold, noise, dust, odors, and mechanical/electrical hazards.
• Work near moving equipment and in elevated or outdoor environments.

Must be available for emergency response, shift work, and mandatory overtime