Maintenance Team Lead

As a Maintenance Team Lead at SupplyHouse.com, you'll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of facility maintenance, including developing maintenance procedures, conducting facility inspections, managing repairs, and leading a team of maintenance and janitorial associates. You'll also be involved in budgeting, inventory management, and vendor negotiations, ensuring that the facility operates effectively and safely.

To qualify for the Maintenance Team Lead position at SupplyHouse.com, candidates should possess a fundamental understanding of inventory, supply chain, and logistics concepts, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

The salary range for the Maintenance Team Lead position at SupplyHouse.com is between $60,000 and $75,000 annually. This competitive salary reflects the importance of the role within the organization and the value of your skills and experience in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of our fulfillment center.

SupplyHouse.com offers a fantastic benefits package for its Maintenance Team Lead employees, including a 401k plan with company match, fully-paid medical insurance, optional dental and vision coverage, life insurance, paid vacation, and sick days. The company also prioritizes giving back to the community and supporting employees’ growth and development.

To apply for the Maintenance Team Lead position at SupplyHouse.com, visit our careers page and submit your resume along with a cover letter that showcases your relevant experience and passion for facility maintenance. We are committed to finding the right fit for our team and would love to hear from enthusiastic candidates who align with our company values.

When answering this question, start by outlining your specific experience in facility maintenance roles, such as the types of systems you've worked on (plumbing, electrical, HVAC), the size or scope of facilities you've managed, and any particular projects you led. Highlight your problem-solving skills and provide examples of how you've successfully addressed maintenance challenges in the past.

In your response, describe your approach to prioritizing maintenance tasks, emphasizing the importance of preventive maintenance, safety, and operational efficiency. Explain any tools or methods you use to track tasks, such as maintenance management software, and provide an example of a time you effectively prioritized to minimize downtime in a facility.

Share your conflict resolution strategy, focusing on open communication and collaboration. Illustrate your answer with a situation where you resolved a disagreement, emphasizing the steps you took to understand different perspectives and reach a solution that benefitted everyone involved, showcasing your leadership skills.

Explain the critical factors you take into account when creating maintenance procedures, such as equipment specifications, manufacturer guidelines, and industry standards. Discuss the importance of engaging your team in the process to gather insights and ensure buy-in, which can lead to better adherence to procedures.

Outline your experience in managing budgets, focusing on your methods for tracking expenditures and controlling costs. Provide an example of when you successfully adhered to a budget while maintaining high standards for facility maintenance, explaining how you achieved this balance.

Talk about the resources you use to keep your knowledge current, such as industry publications, webinars, and networking with other maintenance professionals. Mention how continuously improving your skills translates to better maintenance practices and outcomes for the company.

Discuss your approach to training new and existing team members, highlighting the importance of hands-on experience, mentorship, and regular feedback. Share a specific instance where your training methods improved performance and team dynamics.

Describe any software or systems you've used to manage maintenance tasks, such as computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS). Explain how these systems have improved accountability and communication within your team, as well as enhanced overall maintenance efficiency.

Explain your commitment to maintaining a safe work environment, discussing your approach to training staff on safety protocols, conducting regular audits, and staying informed on relevant regulations. Provide an example of how you proactively addressed a safety issue in the past.

Craft a thoughtful response that reflects your passion for the role and aligns with SupplyHouse.com’s values. Discuss your admiration for the company’s initiatives in supporting its employees and the community, and express how you envision contributing to a positive work environment while promoting high maintenance standards.