Maintenance Lead - American Fan

Company Overview

Fairbanks Morse Defense is one of the nation’s leading marine defense contractors, providing reliable power systems and services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. We are committed to innovation, quality, and training.

Maintenance Lead

Reports to:

Manufacturing Manager

This role is a hands‑on maintenance technician who coordinates day‑to‑day maintenance work. The Maintenance Lead performs preventive maintenance and repairs, runs daily maintenance activities on the floor, guides and supports the maintenance team, and serves as the main maintenance contact for production. The role manages work orders and vendors, handles purchasing and documentation, and works with the Manufacturing Manager on overall decisions, priorities, and initiatives.

• Perform preventive maintenance and general repairs on production equipment
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and basic pneumatic/hydraulic issues
• Support daily maintenance tasks, inspections, and housekeeping
• Lead and coordinate daily activities of the maintenance team
• Prioritize, assign, and follow up on work orders
• Align maintenance activities with production plans, safety requirements, and strategic objectives
• Serve as primary maintenance contact for production and other departments
• Escort and coordinate external vendors and contractors
• Work with vendors to schedule service, obtain quotes, and resolve issues
• Enter purchase requisitions for parts, tools, and services
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, PM schedules, and CMMS data
• Support and help implement improvements to maintenance procedures and best practices
• Assist with training and onboarding of maintenance team members
• Coordinate minor projects and equipment upgrades as directed by the Manufacturing Manager
• Promote and follow all safety practices and model FMD values
• Embody the core values of Integrity, Velocity, and Teamwork

• Industrial or facility maintenance experience required
• Experience in a lead, senior technician, or coordinator role preferred
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read manuals, schematics, and work instructions
• Comfortable on the shop floor and in CMMS/ERP/admin systems
• Strong organization, time-management, and prioritization skills
• Effective communication across departments and with vendors
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and continuous improvement

Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans/Disabled.