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.

Please note, we are not able to consider candidates who currently or in the future will require VISA sponsorship.

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

• 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.