Maintenance Manager

STS Technical Services is hiring a Maintenance Manager in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This role oversees facility, equipment and automation maintenance operations while supporting safe, efficient and reliable plant performance.

This is a hands‑on leadership position for an experienced industrial maintenance professional who can manage preventive maintenance programs, support PLC and automation systems, supervise technicians and contractors and stay actively involved in mechanical troubleshooting, equipment repair and continuous improvement.

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading maintenance operations across facility infrastructure, industrial equipment, automation systems and production support functions. This role manages preventive maintenance schedules, supports mechanical and technical troubleshooting, oversees safety compliance and coordinates work performed by internal technicians and external subcontractors.

• Oversee daily, weekly, monthly, bi‑annual and annual preventive maintenance programs
• Create and manage preventive maintenance schedules in Epicor
• Perform hands‑on mechanical troubleshooting and repair of industrial equipment and machinery as needed
• Develop and improve maintenance procedures to increase equipment reliability and minimize downtime
• Maintain building infrastructure, grounds and office facilities

• Manage PLC automation systems
• Oversee PLC Automation Technicians
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate machine builders and automation contractors for new installations or upgrades

• Serve as Safety Manager, ensuring compliance with OSHA and company safety standards
• Schedule and coordinate required training programs, including CPR, crane and hoist certification and hearing conservation
• Train and certify forklift operators through Train‑the‑Trainer responsibilities
• Promote and enforce a culture of safety throughout the facility

• Supervise maintenance personnel
• Assign work schedules
• Manage subcontractors including plumbers, electricians, machine builders and automation specialists
• Evaluate vendor performance
• Ensure quality and timely completion of contracted work

• Track maintenance expenses
• Manage departmental budget
• Create and manage purchase orders for maintenance‑related materials and equipment
• Report maintenance performance, project progress and operational updates to leadership

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills
• Knowledge of industrial equipment, electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics and automation systems
• Experience with PLC systems and industrial controls
• Proficiency with CMMS systems, Epicor preferred

• Ability to supervise, develop and hold staff accountable
• Strong organizational and scheduling skills
• Effective vendor and contractor management
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards
• Experience leading safety programs and compliance initiatives
• Ability to conduct and coordinate required safety training

• Budget tracking and cost control
• Purchase order management
• Strong documentation, reporting and communication skills

• High school diploma or GED required
• 5 to 10 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment
• 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in a maintenance or technical role
• Strong hands‑on experience with mechanical systems, equipment repair and troubleshooting
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS systems, Epicor preferred
• Working knowledge of PLC‑controlled equipment and industrial automation systems
• Experience coordinating contractors, vendors and subcontractors
• Experience managing maintenance budgets, purchase orders and repair planning
• Familiarity with workplace safety programs and OSHA standards

• Valid driver's license required
• Forklift certification required or ability to…