7+ years of industrial electrical, controls, or maintenance experience in manufacturing.
3+ years of supervisory experience managing electrical or maintenance teams.
Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems and motor controls.
Hands-on experience with PLC-based automation systems troubleshooting.
Understanding of preventive maintenance and equipment reliability practices.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations and electrical safety requirements.
Ability to lead teams and prioritize work in fast-paced environments.
Responsibilities
Supervise and develop electrical maintenance technicians.
Troubleshoot electrical systems and automation equipment.
Assign and prioritize maintenance work based on production needs.
Respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
Develop and maintain preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
Support equipment installations and improvement projects.
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
Benefits
Direct hire position with potential for higher pay based on experience.
Opportunity to lead and develop a skilled maintenance team.
Engagement in diverse projects including installations and upgrades.
Work in a dynamic, fast-paced production environment.
Commitment to safety and compliance with industry regulations.
Full Job Description
Industrial Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
Location: Virginia Beach, VA Job Type: Direct Hire Pay Rate: Starting at $38.00/hr; higher pay may be available depending on experience, up to $50.00/hr. Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Maintenance Supervisor to lead a team responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems and manufacturing equipment. This role combines hands-on electrical and PLC troubleshooting with team leadership, preventive maintenance, and equipment reliability improvements.
The ideal candidate has strong industrial electrical experience, supervisory skills, and the ability to coordinate maintenance activities in a fast-paced production environment.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise, train, and develop electrical maintenance technicians.
Troubleshoot electrical systems, motor controls, automation equipment, PLCs, VFDs, and related components.
Assign and prioritize maintenance work based on production needs.
Respond to equipment breakdowns and minimize production downtime.
Develop and maintain preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
Support equipment installations, startups, upgrades, modifications, and improvement projects.
Work with production, engineering, and operations teams to resolve recurring equipment problems.
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
Maintain electrical schematics, system documentation, maintenance records, and troubleshooting procedures.
Monitor team performance and identify training needs.
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E requirements, and electrical safety procedures.
Improve equipment reliability, maintenance efficiency, and production performance.
Provide maintenance leadership across multiple shifts and adjust work hours as operational needs require.
Qualifications
At least 7 years of industrial electrical, controls, or maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
At least 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience managing electrical or maintenance teams.
Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, variable frequency drives (VFDs), sensors, and power distribution.
