Covanta

Mechanical Supervisor

Covanta$100K — $133K *
Energy & Utilities
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 leads the mechanical maintenance team in a power generation environment, overseeing daily operations, outage execution, and equipment reliability across critical plant systems. This is a hands-on leadership role with direct impact on safety, uptime, and overall plant performance. This position reports to the Maintenance Manager. Please note that this position is eligible for a sign-on bonus.

Position Responsibilities
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of mechanics and maintenance technicians supporting plant operations
  • Own planning and execution of daily maintenance, preventive maintenance programs, and outage activities (major, minor, and forced)
  • Drive equipment reliability across boilers, piping systems, and rotating equipment through troubleshooting and root cause analysis
  • Utilize CMMS (PeopleSoft, Jaegger, or similar) to manage work orders, backlog, KPIs, and maintenance planning
  • Ensure all maintenance work is performed safely and in compliance with environmental and regulatory standards
  • Coordinate with operations, procurement, and warehouse teams to support parts, materials, and contractor services
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and maintenance efficiency
  • Review condition monitoring data (vibration analysis, inspections) and implement corrective actions


Education & Experience
  • 5+ years of industrial or power plant maintenance experience
  • 2+ years of experience leading or supervising maintenance teams (or strong lead experience)
  • Experience with mechanical systems such as boilers, piping, or heavy industrial equipment strongly preferred
  • Working knowledge of CMMS systems and maintenance planning processes
  • Experience supporting outages, shutdowns, or large maintenance projects preferred


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to lead teams, prioritize work, and drive results in a fast-paced environment
  • Effective communicator with the ability to partner across operations and maintenance
  • Experience with materials, requisitions, and maintenance coordination
  • Proficient with Excel, Word, and maintenance systems


Shift & Physical Demands
  • Primary schedule: Monday - Friday, 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
  • Leadership role requiring additional coverage during outages and critical operations
  • Occasional evenings, weekends, and call-ins as needed to support plant reliability
  • Ability to walk, stand, climb, and work in industrial environments and varying weather conditions
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights or in confined spaces
  • Ability to wear required PPE, including a full-face respirator


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 per annum

Reworld™ provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person-and their families-through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworld™ reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.

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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