Maintenance Planner​/Scheduler

Overview

Job Title:

Maintenance Planner / Scheduler

Location:

Athens, GA
Zip Code: 30601
Duration: 12 Months
Pay Rate: $45.73/hr.

Start Date:

Immediate

Effective maintenance planning is critical for safe, reliable operations. We are seeking a Maintenance Planner / Scheduler who brings a strong industrial maintenance background and a safety-first mindset. This position plays a key role in reducing downtime, improving asset reliability, and reinforcing a culture where planning, precision, and safety go hand in hand.

• Develop, plan, and schedule preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance work using a CMMS or maintenance planning system.
• Integrate Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), lockout/tagout requirements, permits, and safety checklists into all maintenance work orders.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with operations, engineering, and EHS to ensure work is executed safely and with minimal operational disruption.
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with OSHA, company, and site-specific safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment history, JHAs, and completed safety documentation.
• Partner with internal teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure safety expectations and procedures are clearly communicated and followed.
• Plan and procure maintenance tools, parts, and safety equipment; manage spare parts inventory to support scheduled work.
• Identify opportunities to improve maintenance planning, scheduling efficiency, and safety processes.

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in industrial maintenance planning and scheduling, preferably in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment with a high school diploma or GED. A bachelor's degree may be considered in lieu of part of the experience requirement.
• Strong working knowledge of industrial safety practices, including hazard identification, JHAs, lockout/tagout, and safe work procedures.
• Proficiency with CMMS or maintenance planning software.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across maintenance, operations, and safety teams.
• Familiarity with maintenance-related procurement and inventory management.

• Hands-on background as a maintenance technician, electrician, or millwright.
• Formal safety training or certifications (OSHA 10/30, EHS training, or similar).
• Experience supporting contractor safety and work permit systems.
• Knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) or preventive maintenance programs.

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, colour, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.