Skilled Trades Supervisor
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Posted on:
06-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty staff technical service or student) please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student please click Apply and complete the application process for external applicants.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work additional information on remote work at Penn State seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.
POSITION SPECIFICS
Skilled Trades Supervisors hire train evaluate develop and supervise skilled trades personnel. Supervisory responsibilities including prioritizing and scheduling work assignments; establishing work sequence; coordinating utility shutdowns; planning and overseeing equipment maintenance and repair; coordinating with outside vendors contractors subcontractors; providing technical expertise and consultation; participating in government agency inspections; administering budgets; monitoring inventories; adhering to and enforcing regulatory policy and bargaining unit requirements.
Hire train evaluate develop and supervise skilled trades personnel
Prioritize schedule and assign work crews and equipment; arrange for equipment repair and maintenance
Establish work sequence including trades coordination and utility shutdowns; monitor deadlines
Conduct site visits; ensure regulation and job specification compliance; discuss resolve refer and report issues
Coordinate with customers outside vendors contractors and subcontracted workforce; provide informal estimates for services
Provide technical expertise/consultation; confer and collaborate with engineers designers architects planners estimators etc.; analyze problems and recommend solutions
Coordinate and participate in government agency inspections
Administer budgets and monitor inventory; identify cost containment measures; research recommend and order equipment/materials
Communicate enforce and make recommendations for work rules policies and procedures
Ensure a safe work environment; participate in emergency planning and response; investigate accidents and prepare reports
Follow Collective Bargaining Agreement; participate in grievance procedures hearings and arbitrations
MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Associate Degree 4 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: NoneBACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid drivers license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is $68200.00 - $102300.00.Salary Structure - Information on Penn States salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional addition to comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact .
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity respect and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the universitys teaching research and service mission.Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Customer Service
- Hospitality Experience
- Management Experience
- Mediation Experience
- Guest Services
- Merchandising
- Experience with Children
- Leadership Experience
- Mentoring
- Supervising Experience
- Neonatal Ventilator
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