Facilities Operations Supervisor
General Atomics
Poway, CA · Posted November 9, 2026
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About the job
General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. The Facilities Operations Supervisor is responsible for leading the daily operations of a skilled maintenance workforce supporting commercial, industrial, manufacturing, research, and administrative facilities. This position ensures building systems remain safe, reliable, and fully operational through effective leadership, preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, contractor management, and continuous process improvement. The Maintenance Supervisor plans, coordinates, and supervises maintenance activities while promoting a culture of safety, accountability, customer service, and teamwork. The role requires balancing operational priorities, responding to emergencies, and maintaining high levels of equipment reliability and facility uptime. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide daily leadership, direction, and support to maintenance technicians, industrial mechanics, electricians, and other skilled trades. Monitor team performance, provide coaching, and support employee development. Ensure that all work orders are properly assigned, tracked, and completed within established timelines. Review backlog, recurring issues, and aged work orders to maintain operational efficiency. Support troubleshooting efforts for complex electrical, mechanical, or HVAC issues. Verify that equipment repairs, installations, and modifications meet manufacturer specifications and site requirements. Enforce OSHA, NFPA, NEC, and all company safety policies and procedures. Communicate job status, delays, constraints, and required follow-up to stakeholders and leadership. Ensure all work orders, PMs, and corrective actions are accurately documented in the CMMS. Coordinate responses to emergency breakdowns or facility disruptions. Provide leadership support during after-hours events, on-call rotations, and urgent repair needs. Promote a culture of learning, accountability, and technical excellence. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.