Thank you for applying with Blair Companies.  Please read below for general information on Blair's policies and benefits.  A full job description for this position is at the very bottom. 
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WHAT DOES BLAIR DO?
Since its inception as Central Blair Electric in 1959, Blair Companies has expanded into 21 diverse businesses, including the Image Group with signs, fixtures, lighting and architectural imaging; the Development Group with electrical, construction, coal resources and real estate; and the Venture Group, with stakes in a wide variety of local businesses. Blair's nearly 2000 associates are heavily concentrated in Central PA, and together serve the largest companies around the world.  We believe our greatest asset is our hard-working loyal team of local people.  With a view of four generations and growing, we see our company and community as a deeply intertwined family.

Our Image Group main manufacturing plant is located in Altoona, PA, however we have offices in other parts of the country.  We also have a business relationship with partners in Germany, Australia, and China.  We have approximately 450 employees, on two or three shifts.  We provide the following products and services:

    Interior and exterior signage
    Fixtures and Millwork
    Lighting and Logistics
    Architectural Imaging
    Project Management
    Permit Procurement
    Engineering
    Manufacturing
    Installation and Service

WILL YOU FIT INTO BLAIR'S CULTURE?
We strive at Blair Companies to create a culture that provides ongoing rewards and career opportunities for our employees.  Feedback from our employees has demonstrated that there are many things within a job that contribute to employee satisfaction.  Does the employee feel fairly compensated with an opportunity to share in the company's success?  Does the employee feel there are opportunities for advancement?  Does he or she feel respected?  Does the company provide benefits that are meaningful to the employee and enriches their lives?  Does the employee have a supervisor who supports them?  All these, and more, contribute to overall satisfaction.  With this in mind, please see below for a brief overview of the benefits and policies that exist at Blair:

Training
Blair focuses heavily on career development for our employees, providing both internal and external training to help further our employees' professional growth.  We most often promote from within to provide a rich career environment.  

Drugs and Alcohol
Blair does not tolerate drugs and alcohol on the premises, or the use of either while working.  We have the following polices in place: Pre-Employment Testing, Post-Accident Testing , Reasonable Suspicion Testing,  CDL Driver Testing, Random Screening

Health Insurance
Eligible to join the first day of the month after 90 days of employment.  Blair shares cost of premium for family or individual coverage.

Life Insurance
Eligible to join the first day of the month after 90 days of employment.  Company funded life insurance, with the option to sign up for additional insurance paid for by the employee.  Includes spouse and children also.

Flexible Spending Account
Eligible to join the first day of the month after 90 days of employment.  Reimburses employees for qualifying healthcare and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

Paid Leave
Blair provides Paid Leave to regular, full-time and part-time employees based upon their length of service with the Company.  Employees may use accrued Paid Leave for vacation, personal business or time off for a personal health condition in accordance with established policy.

Paid Holidays
Eligible after 90 days of employment.  Up to 9 paid holidays for regular, full time and part time employees.

Retirement Plan
Eligible after one year of employment. Employees can contribute up to 15% of salary. Plan includes various, self-directed investment options.  Blair matches 1:3 of the first 6% of salary contributed.  Eligible to participate after one year of employment.
 
Blair Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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JOB DESCRIPTION:

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
REPORTS TO:  Director of Manufacturing
LOCATION:  5107 Kissell Avenue, Altoona PA  16601


Job Responsibilities:

• Builds an effective team, drives team and individual engagement and focuses on customer needs.
• Ensures maintenance coverage for critical and emergency situations and is available 24/7.
• Manages production equipment maintenance to include equipment reliability, preventative/predictive maintenance, planned and unplanned repairs, capital improvements and cost reduction.
• Manage facility building and grounds maintenance and upkeep to include, but not limited to, lighting, structure, lawn care, parking lots, trash removal, improvements and cost reduction.
• Manages fleet maintenance to include, but not limited to, routine scheduled maintenance, repairs, annual inspections, replacement and cost reduction.
• Provides leadership and focus to develop the maintenance skills resulting in highly skilled, customer focused maintenance professionals who are fully capable of meeting the needs of the organization.
• Drives Pay for Skill in maintenance and encourage technicians to become multi-craft skilled.
• Monitors performance and provide recognition, coach performance improvement and development, conduct regular personnel reviews and resolve personnel matters with HR or senior management as needed.
• Reviews departmental expenses, monitor and control spending.
• Participates in daily or weekly meetings to plan and coordinate maintenance projects with general supervisors, directors and/or VP.
• Coordinates Maintenance Department activities on a company-wide basis to ensure that resources are allocated correctly.
• Works with other managers/supervisors to develop common daily and weekly operating priorities.  Track progress to ensure successful completion of these priorities.
• Recommends and implement changes to improve safety, reliability and cost.
• Additional responsibilities as needed to meet the needs of the organization.

 
Work Environment:

• Works in Office and manufacturing environment where temperatures, lighting and noise levels may vary significantly.  Must comply with all safety rules to include use of personal protective equipment which may include eye, ear, foot, face and body protection.  Occasionally work outside where temperature swings may be significant and safety rules more stringent.