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Maintenance Supervisor
$48K-$59K / yr. (est.)
$48K
$53,752 / year
$59K
Average base salary
The salary information provided is based on data collected from various reliable sources and may vary depending on individual qualifications and other factors.

About Maintenance Supervisor

What does a Maintenance Supervisor do?

As Maintenance Supervisors, our job is to oversee all of the maintenance activities for a company. We organize and manage the installations, maintenances, and other repair tasks. Depending on your organization, we work in constructions and a large set of buildings. We are tasked with managing a team of employees and inspecting the sites regularly. As Maintenance Supervisors, we perform other tasks including equipment maintenance. We act as a team leader and assign laborers to many projects.

Core tasks:

  • inspecting sites daily, identifying issues and needed maintenance
  • preparing monthly maintenance timetables and assign work to the right persons
  • employing, supervising, and training labors
  • coordinating daily dusting and maintenance goings-on
  • supervise all maintenances and ensure timely completion

Insights

How Many Years of Experience Do Professionals Need Before Becoming Maintenance Supervisor?
On average, people work 5-7 years in other positions prior to becoming a Maintenance Supervisor.
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Former Maintenance Supervisor4 months ago
Took me 3 years with lots of overtime and dedication.
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Dispatcher4 months ago
Did you like being a supervisor
How Long Do Maintenance Supervisor Employees Typically Stay in Their Roles?
On average, Maintenance Supervisors works in this position for 5+ years across multiple employers.
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Facilities DirectorNew York City, NY - A year ago
Maintenance supervisors play a crucial role in ensuring facilities are well-maintained. Their experience shows!
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Building EngineerMiami, FL - A year ago
Maintenance supervisors should be skilled engineers themselves, not just glorified managers!
What Is the Job Hopper Score for Maintenance Supervisor Employees?
Moderate job changes in Maintenance Supervisor, showing some career movement without excessive turnover.
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Facilities ManagerHouston, TX - A year ago
Hmm, interesting observation, but this infographic fails to capture the strategic growth opportunities available to Facilities Managers. We're not just concerned with 'moderate' changes, we aim for substantial improvements in facility efficiency as well!
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Maintenance StaffPhiladelphia, PA - A year ago
Oh please, Maintenance Supervisor, stop overselling your role. We're the backbone of maintenance operations, and these so-called 'moderate' changes only scratch the surface of our contributions!

Career path

Path to job

Discover a Maintenance Supervisor's areas of knowledge sorted by their majors.
Explore the list of higher education institutions that a Maintenance Supervisor typically studied at.
Central Texas College
Community College of the Air Force

Path after job

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Demographics

What Is the Age and Gender Ratio of Maintenance Supervisor Employees?
Gender ratio in Maintenance Supervisor position: 0.951156812339332 Male and 0.0488431876606684 Female. Age ratio in Maintenance Supervisor position: 16-20: 15%, 21-30: 47%, 31-40: 23%, 41-50: 11%, 51-60: 4%, 60+: 0%. Maintenance Supervisor position is predominantly male (95.1%) with the largest age group being 21-30 years old, followed by 31-40 years old.
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Maintenance SupervisorPhoenix, AZ - A year ago
These statistics are disheartening. Gender diversity and age balance should be a priority in every field.
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Maintenance SupervisorPhiladelphia, PA - A year ago
The low percentage of older maintenance supervisors indicates there might be a lack of career growth opportunities.

Workplaces

Who Are the Top Employers for Maintenance Supervisor?
Top employers of Maintenance Supervisor position: General Motors, Penske Truck Leasing, Tyson Foods. People who work in Maintenance Supervisor position most typically go on to work for the General Motors.
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Maintenance SupervisorMiami, FL - A year ago
I've had horrible experiences with both Penske and Tyson Foods as a Maintenance Supervisor. General Motors stands out with its supportive work culture.
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Maintenance SupervisorSeattle, WA - A year ago
I disagree! Tyson Foods may pay well, but General Motors offers more job stability for Maintenance Supervisors.
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Penske Truck Leasing
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What Industries Does Maintenance Supervisor Typically Have Experience In?
Industry Background: The most typical industries of Maintenance Supervisor: Manufacturing, Real Estate / Rental / Leasing, Retail, Public Administration, Transportation & Warehousing. Maintenance Supervisor employees most likely come from a Manufacturing industry background.
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A year ago
Real Estate ,Facilities
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Tommy Lynn9 weeks ago
Oh man, especially in retail, it feels like I'm fighting gears and humans both! Anyone handle it better? 🤠

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Discussion about Maintenance Supervisor

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Can you tell me what questions are at the interviews?
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Tim Rhodes8 months ago
Be flexible to work any shifts that require your assistance
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7 months ago
Thanks for the tip, Tim! Apart from shift flexibility, are there any skill-related questions or problem-solving scenarios they present during the interview? 🤔
Does a Maintenance Supervisor make a lot of money?
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Rick J.8 weeks ago
$25-35 sounds good, but honestly, it's about lovin' the job too, fixing things keeps my heart happy!
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Jack Wilson8 weeks ago
Man, I feel ya! Nothin’ beats the joy of fixin’ stuff, even when the pay ain’t great.
Does job growth for a Maintenance Supervisor look promising?
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Tool and Die Maker10 months ago
Been supervisor before
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7 months ago
Does anyone know what the career growth prospects look like for a Maintenance Supervisor?
How is the gender diversity among people working as a Maintenance Supervisor?
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Isabella Holmes3 years ago
Women rarely work as a Maintenance Supervisor.
How old are people who work as a Maintenance Supervisor?
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Liam Brown3 years ago
The typical age is 30.
How many years of experience do you usually have as a Maintenance Supervisor?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
You need 6 years of experience to work as a Maintenance Supervisor.
Which industries should a Maintenance Supervisor consider working in?
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Liam Brown3 years ago
Most typically work in the Manufacturing industry.
What kind of higher education a Maintenance Supervisor need?
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Benjamin Gardner3 years ago
You should be fine with No higher education
As a Maintenance Supervisor, which company should I definitely check out for jobs?
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Liam Brown3 years ago
General Motors, Penske Truck Leasing, Tyson Foods, US Army and US Navy has the most employees.
How many years do people work as a Maintenance Supervisor before changing their role?
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Isabella Holmes3 years ago
A Maintenance Supervisor typically moves on after more than 5 years
How common is it for a Maintenance Supervisor to jump from company to company?
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Isabella Holmes3 years ago
a Maintenance Supervisor is not a typical job hopper, but might change companies.
What occupations do people usually work in before becoming a Maintenance Supervisor?
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Sophie Hayes3 years ago
Maintenance Technician, Maintenance or Maintenance Manager are the typical prior positions for a Maintenance Supervisor
Working as a Maintenance Supervisor what job titles should I consider to switch to?
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Liam Brown3 years ago
Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Technician or Maintenance are good next steps for a Maintenance Supervisor
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