Maintenance Specialist

Job Description

Summary:

We are currently seeking an experienced Maintenance candidate who has good knowledge of related field and good communication skills. This role is responsible for day to day management of the maintenance workers in the areas of equipment and repair, facility and utility maintenance and repair. The Maintenance Specialist ensures compliance with all safety operating procedures, along with all Federal, State, and local environmental rules and regulations.

• Supervise, develop, and motivate the maintenance workers in the areas of facility and utility equipment troubleshooting, general repairs, and readings
• Aggressively manage all breakdown maintenance requirements to successful conclusions
• Schedule and direct the day-to-day activities of the maintenance workers to achieve safe, timely, and satisfactory work
• Responsible for employee life cycle recruiting, onboarding, development, and training
• Evaluate the effectiveness of equipment functionality and schedule necessary repairs or suggest changes in operating methods in order to improve operations
• Develop, implement, and maintain the department’s preventative maintenance procedures
• Oversee work in progress by outside contractors to determine adherence to plans and specifications, including fabricators, welders, and pneumatic and hydraulic expertise
• Track, measure, and document the performance of the maintenance mechanics on an individual basis
• Directly assist with repairs and troubleshooting as needed

• A high school diploma or equivalent (required); with at least5 years of maintenance experience or advanced education in electrical, mechanical
• 1 year of direct supervisory experience requiring knowledge of refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems as well as general facility repairs
• Previous experience in at least two of the following areas: mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and instrumentation
• Skill in exercising a high degree of initiative, judgment, discretion, and decision-making to achieve organizational objectives
  
  Ability to problem-solve and facilitate solutions with limited direction
• Strong planning, organization, customer service, and written/verbal communication skills
• Ability to build strong, trusted working relationships with internal and external business customers and executive‑level management
• Basic computer literacy with the ability to do basic statistical analysis
• Ability to communicate factual information and provide direction
• Experience working in a 24/7 operation and ability to work holidays or weekends
• Willingness to work extended hours when necessary
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Strong commitment to safety with the demonstrated ability to motivate others to achieve safety and company goals