Maintenance Supervisor Test

When looking to fill a maintenance supervisor position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A maintenance supervisor skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a maintenance supervisor skills test?

    The maintenance supervisor test is an evaluation of whether an individual has the skills and attributes needed to perform the role of a maintenance supervisor safely and effectively.

    Employers most commonly use the test as a pre-screening tool. The assessment is both an easy-to-administer and cost-effective way to screen candidates to identify the best candidates for the role based on their skill set.

    The test is comprised of a series of multiple-choice and situational questions. The results from the test provide employers with objective data that they use to make informed decisions on which applicants to progress to the later stages of the recruitment process.

    Using the data in this way makes for a bias-free process and successful hiring decisions based on a candidate’s skill set as relevant to that needed to be a maintenance supervisor.

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  1. What is a maintenance supervisor skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the maintenance supervisor skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures maintenance supervisor skills
  4. Maintenance Supervisor Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the maintenance supervisor skills test for pre-screening?

    Maintenance supervisors play an integral role in ensuring that an organization's machinery and equipment are maintained promptly and according to the guidelines set. Their role is both technical and people-focused.

    Responsibilities include the hiring and daily management of their team, repairing and maintaining machinery, in addition to drafting policies and procedures regarding equipment.

    The role roles individuals to have a varied skill set, including teamwork, communication, and leadership skills. Strong time management, problem solving, and analytical skills are also needed in this role to ensure the smooth running of machinery.

    These skills are often difficult to assess, especially when individuals state similar experience levels on a CV. The maintenance supervisor test helps employers overcome this difficulty by providing a practical way to determine a candidate's skill set.

    The results also provide comparative data that can be used to distinguish candidates of a similar experience level.

    Candidates who score below the benchmark can be eliminated from the process. High-scoring candidates have the skills needed for this role can be progressed.

    Using the test in this way means that, as a recruiter, you focus on candidates proficient in the necessary skills to be a maintenance supervisor. Streamlining your recruitment process ensures you save time and money.

    A maintenance supervisor skills test could also be used for recruiting for:

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How our test measures maintenance supervisor skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be a maintenance supervisor were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our maintenance supervisor test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Maintenance Supervisor Test FAQs

What are the essential skills of a maintenance supervisor?

The skills needed to be a maintenance supervisor cover the role's management responsibilities and technical aspects. These include teamwork, communication, and leadership. Problem-solving, analytical thinking, and time management skills are also required for this role, enabling maintenance technicians to meet deadlines and ensure the efficient operation of machinery and equipment.

What other tests can I use to assess maintenance supervisor skills?

Several other tests can be used when recruiting maintenance supervisors. These include soft skills assessments on leadership, time management, communication, and problem solving. Aptitude tests on analytical skills can also be used.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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