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Maintenance and Operations Supervisor

Veterans Health AdministrationWichita, Kansas, United StatesFull-time$44.84 - $52.31 per hourPosted Oct 30, 2026Closes Nov 5, 2026
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To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/05/2026.

01EXPERIENCE

A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.

SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated.

The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading) Ability to Lead or Supervise Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc.

Knowledge of Materials Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities.

Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

02Preferred Experience

Supervision of multi-disciplined facility maintenance personnel; knowledge of and experience with hospital maintenance operations and Joint Commission compliance requirements. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Occasionally lifts heavy loads, machinery parts, etc., must be able to climb/descent ladders and scaffolds. The Incumbent is subject to all hazards inherent in the physical plant and grounds environments, for example: burns, cuts, bruises, sprains, falls, high heat, high humidity, etc.

May work from ladders, scaffolding, and/or hydraulic platforms. Requires working in uncontrolled environments, in inclement weather conditions, and in confined or uncomfortable spaces. Many work sites are hot, dirty, dusty, greasy, poorly lit, cramped and with unpleasant odors.

The position functions as the Maintenance and Operations Supervisor (M&O Supervisor) for Facilities Management Service. The position has full responsibility for the supervision of four (4) shop foremen in the following trades: Electrical Section, Boiler Plant/HVAC Section, Plumbing/ Grounds Section, and Maintenance Inspection/Structures Section.

Primary Duties include, but are not limited to: Develops and provides the Assistant Chief and Chief of FMS as well as the Executive Leadership Team information on the methods, techniques, and procedures necessary to integrate the Engineering Maintenance, Repair, and Operations programs into the mission of the Healthcare System. Provides professional and technical guidance, direction and review of assigned programs. Supervises all aspects of the Medical Center's Maintenance and Repair program.

This includes the operation, maintenance, and repair of all medical center buildings and structures, building service equipment, utility distribution systems, air conditioning and refrigeration systems, boiler plant operations, emergency electric generating systems, electrical distribution systems, installation of new equipment, and repairs and maintenance of other items.

Participates in or organizes and conducts meetings and conferences, including some training sessions, to exchange information and coordinate maintenance planning and scheduling. Estimates materials for repair, minor improvement, maintenance and station labor projects. Monitors progress and trends on in-house projects, work orders, and preventive maintenance. Ensures that preventive maintenance is performed on utility systems and building service equipment according to established policies and procedures.

Serves as Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for service, maintenance, and repair contracts. - Inspect contractor's product or services rendered against specifications and contractual agreements to ensure the quality and effectiveness of work. Forecasts annual budgetary requirements for contracted building maintenance and service work. Inspect contractor's product or services rendered against specifications and contractual agreements to ensure the quality and effectiveness of work.

Conducts site investigations to determine the feasibility or necessity of proposed projects. - Collaborates with Facility Project Engineer Section to review construction and renovation designs. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday day shift Compressed/Flexible Schedule: Authorized Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance and Operations Supervisor/PD104070 Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

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Updated Oct 30, 2026
Pay benchmark
Average wage, United States
$86,977 average / year

This job's listed pay is 15% above the benchmark.

This job: $91,520 to 108,160

Source: OECD Average annual wages, 2025

Work permit route
  • H-1B specialty occupation: Employer petition, bachelor's degree or higher in the specialty; annual cap and lottery
  • L-1 intracompany transferee: Employees of a related company abroad transferring to a US office
  • O-1 extraordinary ability: Evidence of extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business or athletics

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