Maintenance Supervisor for Schools (2025-2026) - Cardinal Shehan School, Baltimore MD

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for the safe and efficient operations of the Cardinal Shehan School Buildings, Structures & Common Areas, by ensuring comprehensive care, maintenance, and functionality in support of the mission of the School, ensuring that all building systems operate properly and as intended. The Maintenance Supervisor manages programs of planned, preventative maintenance to the building systems, and oversees the daily operations of the facilities staff. Building systems include mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, access controls, fire monitoring/suppression, temperature controls, grounds, and building automation systems. The Maintenance Supervisor troubleshoots and repairs all building systems as required to keep the buildings operating in a safe, clean, and efficient manner. The Maintenance Supervisor surveys and inspects buildings and systems on a continual and proactive basis to identify potential and existing problems, performs hands-on maintenance, recommends the most cost-effective ways of resolving, and collaborates with Administration toward a timely resolution.

Essential Functions

• Supervise, direct, and train, as needed, the work of building technicians and contractors.
• Perform planned and scheduled maintenance to keep the building systems operating efficiently.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems throughout the school, often in a “hands-on” manner.
• Receive routine and emergency maintenance work orders and ensure timely completion.
• Schedule, coordinate and monitor the work of approved outside contractors as required for planned and scheduled maintenance, projects, and emergency repairs. These include, but are not limited to, HVAC technicians, electricians, roofers, plumbers, general contractors, janitorial services, and landscaping services.
• Coordinate and assist with the work of moving furniture and fixtures for work area remodeling and repair.
• Perform repairs and maintenance including, but not limited to: rebuilding pumps, replacing motors or bearings, changing belts, replacing filters, greasing, cleaning unit ventilators, painting, carpentry, furniture and equipment repair and assembly; repair/replacement of locks, windows, window blinds, fixtures, and any other items as requested by supervisor
• Perform electrical repairs and maintenance, including but not limited to: test and replace electrical outlets, reset breakers, replace fuses, replace light bulbs, tubes, and ballasts, repair electric cords and plugs.
• Perform plumbing repairs and maintenance including but not limited to: replace faucet washers, flush valves, and garden hoses, unclog drains and spouts, etc.
• During events of inclement weather such as snow and Ice, arrive early at the building to remove snow/ice and provide salt on walking surfaces. Call in snow removal contractors to assist with snow removal as appropriate.
• Using School-owned equipment, perform lawn mowing and trimming services as required.
• Follow all OSHA and safety standards in the performance of duties and to train and monitor staff and vendors to comply with safety standards. Use personal protection equipment (PPE) in the performance of duties.
• Order, inventory, and maintain secure control of maintenance supplies. Purchase supplies as needed, according to established budget considerations
• Maintain file system for all contracts, blueprints, equipment warranties, service manuals, and AHERA documentation.
• Coordinate procedures for Cardinal Shehan School staff to report maintenance requests and emergencies to the Maintenance Department promptly.
• Develop procedures for after-duty hours emergencies, including holidays and weekends. Maintain flexibility in scheduling and availability in order to respond immediately to emergencies, including but not limited to major equipment breakdown, building break-in, or building damage.
• Participate in regular meetings with Administration to report on work progress, receive strategic directives, and assess that work operations align with fiscal resources.
  Perform other duties as required.

Position Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma required. Trade school certification in Building Operations or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Ability to converse in the English language, including reading and writing.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience in maintenance, or equivalent combination of education and experience, in the fields of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, project supervision, carpentry, mechanics, lock-smithing, grounds maintenance, and janitorial care required.
• Formal vocational and/or apprenticeship studies in at least two of these areas preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, mechanical, and electrical drawings required.
   

Range: $55,000 - $60,000 Annualized

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package with this position, including health, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid life and disability insurance; automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan and employer contribution (whether or not the employee contributes); and generous paid holiday, sick, and personal leave.** Please click on the link below for more detailed information: