Covanta

Mechanical Supervisor

Covanta$100K — $133K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred.
  • 5 years of mechanical or power plant maintenance experience.
  • 2 years of supervisory experience in mechanics or maintenance teams.
  • Strong knowledge of CMMS software (PeopleSoft, Jaegger, or similar).
  • Experience with procurement and materials requisitioning processes.

Responsibilities

  • Provide daily guidance to mechanics and technicians regarding work prioritization and troubleshooting.
  • Manage work orders and monitor KPIs using CMMS software.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards during maintenance tasks.
  • Plan and schedule mechanical maintenance activities to enhance equipment availability.
  • Supervise and train mechanics to ensure competency and adherence to best practices.
  • Conduct root cause analysis to improve equipment performance and reliability.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives and manage procurement for maintenance supplies.

Benefits

  • Medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans.
  • 401(k) plan availability.
  • Paid parental leave and time off.
  • Paid holidays.
Full Job Description
About the role

The Mechanical Supervisor reports to the Maintenance Manager and is responsible for the overall direction, planning, and coordination of mechanical maintenance activities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This role requires a strong mechanical background, hands-on experience managing work orders in a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), and the ability to supervise, train, and develop mechanics while supporting procurement processes and material management. Please note that this position is eligible for a sign-on bonus.

Position Responsibilities
  • Provide daily direction to mechanics and maintenance technicians, including work prioritization, troubleshooting support, and guidance on resolving mechanical equipment issues.
  • Utilize a CMMS -including PeopleSoft, Jaegger, or similar platforms-to manage work orders, monitor KPIs, plan tasks, oversee backlog, and optimize PM/CM programs.
  • Ensure maintenance tasks are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with environmental and regulatory standards.
  • Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of mechanical maintenance activities to maximize equipment availability and plant capacity.
  • Maintain departmental work schedules supporting daily maintenance, Major Outages, Minor/Cleaning Outages, Forced Outages, and special projects
  • Ensure all work orders are properly planned, scheduled, updated, and completed in alignment with weekly and bi-weekly maintenance schedules.
  • Directly supervise, coach, and train mechanics and maintenance staff to ensure competency, progression, and adherence to mechanical best practices.
  • Conduct root cause analysis on mechanical and system failures to enhance equipment performance and long-term reliability.
  • Select, train, evaluate, and support new hires to maintain a capable and cross-trained mechanical workforce.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives using change-management practices, encouraging employee involvement in system enhancements and reliability improvements.
  • Partner with Procurement and the Warehouse team to support the purchasing of outage materials, rental equipment, tools, and contractor services.
  • Conduct safety audits and ensure adherence to all safety programs during routine and outage maintenance work.
  • Generate and distribute maintenance-related reports and documentation.
  • Stay current on recommendations from Boiler Condition Assessment Reports and implement appropriate follow-up actions.
  • Review monthly vibration analysis results and ensure recommended corrective actions are implemented.


Education & Experience
  • High School Diploma/GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Engineering strongly preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of mechanical or power plant maintenance experience, including NBIC Boiler Code work, ASME Power Piping, work planning, job execution, and cost/time estimating.
  • Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience managing mechanics or maintenance teams, including planning and executing Major, Minor, and Forced Outages.
  • Strong background in work-order management using CMMS software (PeopleSoft, Jaegger, or similar).
  • Experience working with procurement, purchasing processes, and materials requisitioning.


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Proficiency with CMMS systems for scheduling, maintenance planning, and work-order lifecycle management.
  • Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and understanding of plant equipment and systems.
  • Ability to supervise, direct, and develop non-exempt personnel and mechanically skilled trades.
  • Skilled in developing requisitions, ordering parts/materials, and monitoring PO and inventory status.
  • Proficient in Excel, Word, and data management systems.
  • Ability to collaborate with peer supervisors and coordinate priorities across departments.
  • Strong conflict-resolution skills when navigating competing maintenance and operations priorities.


Physical & Shift Demands
  • Ability to walk, stand, sit, climb, and work in various weather conditions.
  • Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work from heights, in confined spaces, and wear a full-face respirator.
  • Must wear all required PPE for assigned tasks.
  • Must meet vision requirements, including close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception.
  • Regular schedule is Monday - Friday, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. but must be able to work rotating or split shifts as needed.
  • Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and extended hours during outages and critical operations.
  • Must be available for call-ins during off-hours as required by the department.


What We Offer You

In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.

Additional details are available at https://www.reworldwaste.com/careers/benefits.

For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $100,400.00 - $133,500.00 USD. For hourly roles, this is the annualized salary. To calculate the hourly rate, divide by 2080.

About Covanta

Covanta is a world leader in providing sustainable waste and energy solutions. The company's mission is to provide sustainable waste and energy solutions to ensure a cleaner, safer, and healthier future for communities worldwide. Covanta operates over 40 facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia, and has a workforce of over 4,000 employees. The company's waste-to-energy facilities convert non-recyclable waste into clean, renewable energy, while also reducing greenhouse gas emissions and providing safe and reliable waste disposal services. Covanta also provides comprehensive industrial material management services, including waste management, recycling, and environmental consulting services.
Learn more about Covanta
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$28 million
Founded
1991
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$1.9 billion
NASDAQ

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