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Operating Engineer

ManpowerGroup

Multiple U.S. locationsJob$35–39/hrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$35–39/hr
Location
Multiple U.S. locations
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

EPA 608 Type II Certification, required

Job overview

The Operating Engineer (Supervisor) will lead the skilled trades division supporting HVAC, plumbing, and electrical maintenance teams. The role oversees daily operations, preventive maintenance, repairs, contractors, inventory, and workplace safety for commercial building systems. The position offers $35.00–$39.00 per hour on a Monday–Friday schedule in a higher education environment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Leadership, nice to haveCommunication, nice to haveProblem Solving, nice to haveCommercial Building Systems Maintenance, requiredHVAC Systems, requiredPlumbing Operations, requiredElectrical Operations, requiredTeam Supervision, requiredOrganization, required

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent, required5+ Years Building Systems Experience, requiredEPA 608 Type II Certification, requiredUniversal Certification, nice to have

Full job description

Our client, a leading facilities management organization, is seeking an Operating Engineer (Supervisor) to join their team. As an Operating Engineer, you will be part of the Facilities & Maintenance Department supporting the HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical Trades Teams. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive problem-solving mindset, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Operating Engineer (Supervisor)

Location: Nashville, TN

Pay Range: $35.00 - $39.00 per hour

What’s the Job?

  • Lead and manage the skilled trades division, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical maintenance teams.

  • Oversee daily operations and ensure work orders are completed accurately and on time.

  • Coordinate preventive maintenance and repair activities for commercial building systems and facility equipment.

  • Monitor contractor performance, maintenance quality, inventory levels, and operational efficiency.

  • Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety standards and identifying potential hazards.

What’s Needed?

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.

  • 5-10 years of experience maintaining and repairing commercial or industrial building systems.

  • Strong experience with HVAC systems, along with working knowledge of plumbing and electrical operations.

  • EPA 608 Type II Certification required; Universal Certification preferred.

  • Supervisory or team leadership experience with strong organizational and communication skills.

What’s in it for me?

  • Competitive pay ranging from $35.00 to $39.00 per hour.

  • Monday-Friday work schedule with a strong work-life balance.

  • Opportunity to lead a skilled maintenance team within a respected higher education environment.

  • Exposure to diverse facility systems and operations management responsibilities.

  • Career growth opportunities in facilities management and engineering leadership.

If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions

Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought-after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,089 open Facilities Management jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 14, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$35–39/hr
  • US median$28–36/hr181 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $37/hr, is 11% above the US median midpoint ($33/hr) — in the middle half of Facilities Management hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 63 open Facilities Management jobs in Tennessee and 2,089 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Tennessee
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Facilities Management postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (1,669 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 522 of the 2,089 open Facilities Management jobs (25%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 14, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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