Facility Maintenance Manager; Manufacturing

Brief Description

Hydro-Gear is seeking a detail-oriented, results-driven Facility Maintenance Manager to lead facility-related projects while supporting ongoing manufacturing facility maintenance and operations. This is a hands‑on leadership role that blends execution, problem‑solving, and strategic thinking to ensure a safe, efficient, and high‑performing work environment.

We are not able to consider candidates who currently or in the future will require VISA sponsorship.

Hydro‑Gear is a world leader in the design and production of precision drive solutions, serving multiple industries and delivering to customers worldwide. Our passion is innovation and a commitment to making our customers successful. Learn more about us at Hydro‑

Job Type: Full‑time on‑site located in Princeton KY

Competitive Salary:
Commensurate with experience (includes salary + biannual bonus)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, personal days for flexibility of time off
• Paid Holidays
• Relocation Assistance
• Retirement Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Health & Wellness Program Benefits with incentives
• Tuition Reimbursement

• As the Facility Maintenance Manager, you will lead facility maintenance initiatives, manage people and vendors, and execute facility projects to maintain and improve the overall facility and grounds.
• Lead and oversee personnel, buildings, grounds, and equipment to ensure effective sustainment and preventative maintenance
• Hire, develop, coach, and retain maintenance personnel aligned with current and future business needs
• Coordinate, monitor and repair to ensure safe, efficient operation of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems
• Inspect facilities to ensure compliance with safety regulations, building codes, and quality standards
• Plan, manage, and execute facility‑related construction and maintenance projects
• Prepare and manage maintenance projects to minimize operational disruption
• Negotiate contracts with service providers, subcontractors, and vendors
• Foster relationships and motivate suppliers and contractors to deliver high‑quality work at competitive costs
• Lead initiatives that improve employee safety, environmental conditions, quality, delivery, and cost
• Drive timely closure of corrective and preventative actions
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors on technical and operational issues
• Align facility projects and activities with organizational goals and expectations

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering, or Construction Management preferred, or a minimum of 3 years of related experience
• Experience managing contractors, vendors, and supporting labor in a large facility or manufacturing environment
• Proven leadership experience managing a small team and working cross‑functionally
• General construction knowledge, including electrical, structural, plumbing, and HVAC systems
• Kentucky General Contractor’s License and familiarity with industrial building codes preferred