Planner; Contractor

Job Description

Planner (Contractor)

Posting

Start Date:

9/2/26

Job Location (Short):
Elko, Nevada, USA, 89801

Requisition

Onsite or Remote:
Onsite Position

Join Komatsu and Be Part of Something Big!

Join Komatsu, a globally respected leader in the heavy equipment industry, as a Planner (Contractor) based in Elko, NV. This role is crucial to driving the effectiveness and reliability of our maintenance operations by strategically managing and scheduling maintenance activities to support uninterrupted equipment performance. As the Planner(Contractor), you will serve as the communication link between internal teams and external service providers, ensuring that every maintenance project is executed with precision, timeliness, and a strong commitment to quality.

You will play a key role in fostering a Safety-First culture, where operational excellence and employee well-being are prioritized equally. This position is an excellent opportunity to broaden your expertise by working with cutting-edge operational systems and to influence continuous improvement initiatives that elevate customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. If you are passionate about combining strategic planning with hands‑on coordination in a dynamic environment that values innovation and safety, we invite you to contribute to Komatsu's legacy of excellence and strengthen your career within our supportive and forward‑thinking team.

• Promote and enforce rigorous workplace safety standards by continuously monitoring equipment conditions, ensuring compliance with operational protocols, and upholding impeccable housekeeping standards that exceed both industry regulations and company policies, thereby embedding a durable Safety-First culture within the maintenance team.
• Work in partnership with Planning, Production, and Field Managers to synchronize departmental workflows with the broader strategic priorities and ensure full compliance with all operational standards.
• Carry out systematic inspections and audits of current service jobs to maintain exemplary quality levels, actively seeking opportunities to enhance processes and introduce innovative solutions that guarantee superior reliability and high operational productivity.
• Optimize complex scheduling challenges by skillfully balancing routine maintenance requirements, scheduled outages, and urgent repairs to maximize resource efficiency while minimizing customer downtime.
• Oversee all facets of maintenance planning under general supervision, setting priorities aligned with customer demands and resource availability, while maintaining flexibility to adapt to changing operational needs.
• Utilize advanced scheduling and planning software tools to accurately document workflows, monitor job progress, and facilitate efficient scheduling, demonstrating adaptability to evolving digital technologies.
• Assume comprehensive ownership of the planning lifecycle, including scoping jobs, coordinating materials, scheduling resources, and ensuring effective communication between cross-functional teams to enable seamless maintenance execution.
• Collaborate closely with supervisors to initiate assignments and oversee the timely procurement of essential parts, tools, and materials to support uninterrupted task completion.
• Manage logistics for external service support, including arranging accommodations, equipment rentals, and travel, maintaining proactive communication with vendors to maintain service consistency and quality.
• Perform meticulous inspection and validation of parts and materials upon receipt to guarantee inventory integrity and readiness for maintenance assignments.
• Exercise precise budget management by tracking and analyzing costs associated with maintenance…