Assistant Maintenance Manager

Cushman & Wakefield•Seattle, WA

4d•$94,350 - $111,000

About The Position

C&W Services is hiring an Assistant Maintenance Manager, identified in the posting as a Regional Assistant Maintenance Manager (RAMM), to manage maintenance operations across multiple delivery station sites in Washington and Montana. The role oversees operational excellence, safety initiatives, collaboration across geographically dispersed sites, performance optimization, leader development, and client relationships. The RAMM reports to a Maintenance Manager (MM) or Regional Maintenance Manager (RMM) and may manage operations across up to six delivery stations. The position oversees preventive and predictive maintenance, equipment reliability, site issue resolution, team development, launch support, administrative compliance, and performance reporting. It serves as a key point of coordination among site teams, regional leadership, site leadership, and Operations. The role requires flexibility to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays, as operational needs require, and involves travel between assigned locations. The job includes physical work such as lifting up to 50 pounds, walking 6–12 miles daily, using stairs or navigating multiple floors, and working in fluctuating temperatures and warehouse environments. Driving between locations may take up to six hours per day. Compensation is $94,350–$111,000. C&W Services offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, parental leave, retirement savings with a 401(k) match, and other benefits.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in a management role overseeing maintenance teams and multi-site operations.
Demonstrated leadership, commitment to safety, and effective communication.
Proficiency in preventive and predictive maintenance and repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment, performed to established standards.
Flexibility to work all shifts, including holidays and weekends, as operational needs require.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and crouch, kneel, bend, and reach as needed to install, move, or maintain equipment, including use of aerial lifts or ladders.
Ability to perform tasks while wearing required personal protective equipment, including items such as a hard hat, face mask, face shield, and composite toe shoes.
Ability to walk 6–12 miles daily, including climbing stairs or navigating multiple floors.
Ability to work in fluctuating temperatures and varying warehouse environments and type on a computer for 1–2 hours per day.
Ability to drive up to six hours per day between assigned locations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering, Management, or a related field, or more than five years of relevant management experience.
Advanced degree in Engineering or Business Administration.
Certification in maintenance management or reliability, such as CMRP or PMP.
Expertise with conveyor systems and robotics used in logistics and fulfillment centers.
Experience with Amazon RME processes, safety standards, and operational metrics.

Responsibilities

Promote a safety-first culture at assigned sites and ensure compliance with safety protocols, training, and audits.
Champion safety metrics, including the Safety Leadership Index and Good Catch/Near Miss reporting, and promote consistent safety practices across sites.
Collaborate with Regional Safety Specialists to address safety challenges and implement site-specific corrective actions.
Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs across multiple sites to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
Monitor and analyze KPIs, including PM/PdM completion rates, high-severity breakdown resolution, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
Coordinate timely resolution of Site Issue Management (SIM) tickets and follow through on Permanent Corrective Actions (PCAs) and Root Cause Analyses (RCAs).
Manage maintenance operations across up to six delivery station sites, ensuring consistent execution and alignment with client and company goals.
Serve as the primary point of contact for maintenance activities, coordinating between site teams and regional leadership.
Communicate priorities and expectations to site leaders and align operations with C&W Services’ strategic objectives.
Supervise and support maintenance technicians, fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
Conduct regular one-to-one meetings and team huddles, align teams with site objectives, and coach employees on skill development.
Work with the RMM or MM to identify high-potential employees and create structured development plans.
Liaise between site leadership, RMMs, and Operations to maintain communication and address site-specific needs.
Support site launches by coordinating training, setup, and transitions.
Partner with site leaders to identify and implement process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and client satisfaction.
Monitor training completion requirements for assigned teams.
Maintain data accuracy in systems, verify timely timesheet and expense-report submissions, and oversee inventory health across sites.
Align with regional dashboards and provide performance-metric updates to leadership.
Travel between assigned sites, which may require driving up to six hours per day.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life and AD&D insurance and disability insurance.
Wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and virtual healthcare access.
Paid parental leave and emergency backup care.
Paid time off, sick time, and holidays.
401(k) match with immediate vesting.
Optional critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Commuter benefits, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
Auto and home insurance, legal benefits, identity theft protection, and pet insurance.
Training, development, and advancement opportunities.
Weekly pay.
Flexible benefits for growing families.