An electrical or mechanical maintenance supervisor is a professional who oversees and coordinates the electrical or mechanical maintenance activities of a business or plant. The duties of an electrical or mechanical maintenance supervisor may include:
- Supervise electrical or mechanical maintenance technicians and mechanics and help them solve complex problems.
- Plan and organize preventive maintenance activities to ensure equipment is functioning properly and to avoid unplanned downtime.
- Evaluate the performance of the electrical or mechanical maintenance team and provide constructive feedback to help improve performance.
- Develop and implement electrical or mechanical maintenance procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and government regulations.
- Coordinate electrical or mechanical maintenance activities with other departments of the company, such as production and engineering, to minimize downtime and maximize production.
- Develop long-term electrical or mechanical maintenance plans to ensure equipment reliability and durability.
- Evaluate the costs of electrical or mechanical maintenance and propose solutions to reduce costs.
- Participate in projects to modernize and upgrade electrical or mechanical equipment to improve efficiency and profitability.
- Oversee the process of recruiting and training electrical or mechanical maintenance technicians and mechanics.
- Ensure that safety standards are followed at all times to prevent accidents and injuries.