Supervisor, Maintenance DC

September 16, 2026

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Our values start with our people, join a team that values you!

Bring your talents to Ross, our leading off-price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience.

As part of our team, you will experience:

Success. Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolving
Career growth. We develop industry leading talent because Ross grows when our people grow
Teamwork. We work together to solve the hard problems and find the right solution
Our commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, and our community. We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community.

Our Corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, we have 3 buying offices in key markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and 8 distribution centers nationwide. With 2023 revenues of $20.4 billion, we are a Fortune 500 company who is committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Supervise all functions pertaining to facilities maintenance, to include, but not limited to; preventive maintenance programs, repairs to the building, property, and all material handling equipment. Oversee maintenance G&A expense for all budgeted items in the Maintenance and Repair accounts. Oversee expenses related to other services sub accounts of landscaping, mat rental, pest control, snow removal, janitorial, waste management, fire system maintenance, and certification. Review and recommend changes to existing material handling equipment and all proposed construction projects. Responsible for timeline compliance, and quality of work for external construction projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Oversee the maintenance of all operating equipment, and facility systems. Enforce proper turn time of preventive maintenance schedules. Ensure timely response to critical equipment downtime issues in the distribution center.
Train/develop maintenance personnel; authenticate that skill sets meet minimum requirements of job function.
Make use of the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS), utilizing it to its full capability.
Interact with outside vendors relative to the coordination of all construction projects to the facility, property and equipment. Responsible for validation of quality work, and compliance of all safety standards.
Oversee the required back stock of maintenance spare parts and supplies while minimizing inventory levels through strong supplier partnerships.
Ensure contractual compliance to include: landscape, mat rental, pest control, snow removal, waste management, and fire system maintenance accounts.
Maintain an active partnership with the safety committee to ensure strong alliance regarding all safety issues on the property

COMPETENCIES

Analysis & Judgment

Leadership

Communication

Technical / Functional Competence

Planning & Organizing

Coaching

QUALIFICATIONS & SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED

8-10 years maintenance experience in large distribution center and/or manufacturing environment.
2 + years of supervisory experience in a large distribution center and/or manufacturing environment.
Technically proficient in mechanical and electrical maintenance.
Ability to review and critique schematic diagrams.
Comprehensive knowledge of CMMS.
Knowledge of 5-S practices preferred
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Extensive knowledge of OSHA standards and regulations.
Awareness of state/local regulations, and code requirements
Must have outstanding interpersonal, and communication skills (oral/written)
Strong organizational skills.
Proficient P.C. skills, to include Microsoft Excel and Word.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Job requires ability to work in a warehouse environment, on a concrete floor all day

Requires continuous, standing, walking, hearing, pushing, and pulling

Consistent timeliness and regular attendance is necessary

Frequently reaching, bending, stooping, talking, hearing (audio equipment), handling objects with hands and lifting to 50 lbs

Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically

This role requires full-time in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration, client support, mentoring, coaching, and/or feedback

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintenance Mechanics

Maintenance Technicians

DISCLAIMER

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management’s discretion.

Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company’s overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.

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