Maintenance Supervisor Surface

Job Title: Surface Supervisor - (Maintenance Supervisor)

Location: Detroit, MI Salary: $120 -130,000 + Bonus Relocation: Possible, based on experience and fit

Job Description

The Maintenance Supervisor – Surface is responsible for leading the mechanical maintenance team supporting surface operations. This role oversees equipment reliability, preventive maintenance programs, repair prioritization, safety compliance, and workforce leadership. The supervisor ensures maintenance activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with MSHA and company safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead mechanical maintenance activities for surface operations.
• Manage preventive maintenance (PM) programs and equipment repair priorities.
• Direct field and shop repairs on critical production equipment.
• Support major repair projects and technical improvements.
• Manage spare parts inventory and requisitions.
• Ensure strict adherence to MSHA, EHS, and company safety policies.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and training with maintenance personnel.
• Coach, mentor, and supervise maintenance technicians and mechanics.
• Evaluate team performance and support corrective actions when required.
• Maintain strong communication and ensure compliance with facility procedures.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience working with mining or heavy industrial equipment such as conveyors, crushers, screens, or material handling systems.
• 2+ years supervisory or lead maintenance experience in an industrial environment.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and equipment specifications.
• Experience working within MSHA or similar safety-regulated environments preferred.
• Strong leadership, safety mindset, and hands-on problem-solving ability.

Why is This a Great Opportunity

Room for advancement, Brand Recognition, job security.

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6. What experience do you have reading blueprints or troubleshooting mechanical/electrical systems?

Safety 7. What experience do you have working under MSHA or strict safety regulations? 8. How do you ensure your team follows safe maintenance practices during repairs or shutdowns?

Fit 9. This role involves working in a mining environment with physically demanding conditions. Are you comfortable working in those conditions? 10. What type of maintenance systems or CMMS programs have you used?