Maintenance Supervisor
Vanderlande Careers · New York
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Reliability
- Travel
- 50%
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 2 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor reliability role at Vanderlande Careers (industrial) in New York. Maintain, and enforce site specific policies and procedures including but not limited to: Communication plans, safety plans, contingency plans, attendance, quality control of craftsmanship, inventory management, training requirements, PLC code control (per.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- Root cause, PLC, Automation, EHS / safety
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · about 50% travel
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How this role compares
Against 94 other live reliability postings in New York.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 4+)
Typical $74k–$97k, from 10 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 42%
- ✓ PLC 33%
- ✓ Automation 28%
- Welding 26%
- ✓ Root cause 25%
- ✓ EHS / safety 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- The posting says about 50% travel. Between which sites?
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Full description from Vanderlande CareersAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Essential Functions (Job Duties and Responsibilities)
- ◆Works under the direction of the Operations and Maintenance Manager to guide, support onsite personnel while working on the Individual Carrier System (ICS) and Passenger Boarding Bridge (PBB).
- ◆Supervises team performance and daily operation activities, leads, and sets direction of the operational and maintenance team including subcontractors.
- ◆Participate in weekly, monthly, and quarterly meeting with Operations and Maintenance Manager, customers to review performance, as needed.
- ◆Responsible for the implementation and adherence of staff to our health and safety plan, training
requirements
and overall participation in the company health and safety program.
- ✓Improve capability and capacity of operations and maintenance personnel.
- ✓Train, and lead employee performance to ensure continuous improvement.
- ✓Ensure a safe work environment for employees and ensure that safe work practices are utilized.
- ✓Maintain, and enforce site specific policies and procedures including but not limited to: Communication plans, safety plans, contingency plans, attendance, quality control of craftsmanship, inventory management, training requirements, PLC code control (per TSA's PODS 4.2 guidelines).
- ✓Promote training initiatives
- ✓Train and follow standard operating procedures.
- ✓Conduct ongoing BHS Assessments, BHS failures and root cause analysis.
- ✓Promote Equipment and vicinity cleanliness and good housekeeping practices.
- ✓Work with Operation and Maintenance Manager to oversee and manage Employee data references regarding labor hours, response, WO completion, problem resolution, etc.
- ✓Set up, adjust, and maintain LMS parameters
- ✓Identifies recurring issues and elaborates ideas for improvement, i.e. the quality of work, performance of employees and cooperation with Operation and Maintenance Manager.
- ✓Distributes work, and monitors progress and quality.
- ✓Improve team performance which may lead to people’s development.
- ✓Supervise and co-ordinate the management of third-party interests when undertaking specialist operations, maintenance, or repair activities on their shift.
- ✓Responsible for the contractors permit to work and sign offs
Required Education and Experience
- ✓5+ years of experience in the electro-mechanical field.
- ✓2+ years of experience as a team leader/supervisor
- ✓High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- ✓Valid Driver's license
- ✓Experience in industrial, commercial construction, or material handling/conveyor systems industries.
Other
Requirements
- ✓Must be able to attain and sustain an Airport I.D. Badge
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Technical education in Mechanical or Electrical fields (mid-level or higher preferred)
- ✓Experience supervising operations in airport or warehouse environments
- ✓Background in conveyor systems or material handling services
- ✓Knowledge of safety programs and certifications such as OSHA 30
Supervisory Responsibility
Oversee and Manage Operation and Maintenance Technician and subcontractors
Travel
Requirements
This position may require the ability and willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time within the U.S. prior to go-live to support onboarding, training, and operational readiness activities. Following go-live, travel
requirements
are expected to decrease to less than 10%. Candidates should also be flexible and willing to provide support at other Vanderlande airport sites, particularly in the event of a delayed go-live or if additional site support is required.
requirements
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About Vanderlande
Vanderlande is a global leader in logistics process automation, specializing in automated material handling systems for airports, warehouses, and parcel operations. Our innovative solutions help move millions of products and pieces of luggage around the world every day. With a strong focus on technology, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we are committed to delivering reliable solutions for our customers while providing meaningful career opportunities for our employees.
Our Services division offers a full-service portfolio, which includes operation and maintenance services, process optimization, system upgrades and modifications throughout the material handling system's life cycle at airports.
Position Summary: The Maintenance Supervisor supports the Operations and Maintenance Manager in overseeing the Individual Carrier System (ICS) and Passenger Boarding Bridge (PBB). Responsible for the operational and technical personnel duties while operating and maintaining the baggage handling system at JFK – Terminal One. This role leads daily operations, supervises personnel and subcontractors, ensures compliance with safety and site policies, and drives continuous improvement through training, performance management, and root cause analysis. By fostering a safe, efficient, and high‑quality work environment, the Supervisor ensures reliable service delivery and team development.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Competencies)
- •Strong team-building and group leadership skills
- •Open and constructive in providing feedback
- •Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- •Ability to advise and support engineers effectively
- •Clear written and verbal communication across all organizational levels
- •Excellent organizational and time management abilities
- •Analytical skills to identify issues and develop practical solutions
- •Strong communication, work ethic, and technical aptitude
- •Ability to mentor and grow with the company’s expansion
- •Professional confidence in representing the company externally
- •Commitment to safety and adherence to safe work practices
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Schedule is driven by the needs of the operation. May be required to work nights and weekends.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
The work environment/physical