Assistant Maintenance Manager

Cushman & Wakefield • Hesperia, CA

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About The Position

Our Purpose: At C&W Services, we believe that Better Never Settles. We are committed to fostering a positive impact globally by empowering extraordinary people to deliver remarkable results. Join our team and make a difference. C&W Services provides compelling benefits, including: A Safety-First Culture Dynamic, high-performing environments Training, Development, and Advancement Opportunities Weekly Pay Comprehensive Benefits starting on your first day Role Overview: As an Assistant Maintenance Manager (AMM), you will oversee maintenance operations at a single site, ensuring the reliability and performance of engineering assets. This role is critical to fostering a safety-first culture, achieving operational excellence, and supporting team development. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager (MM) or Regional Maintenance Manager (RMM), the AMM plays a key role in maintaining the site's efficiency and contributing to C&W Services' and our client’s shared goals.

Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years in a management role overseeing maintenance teams and multi-site operations, demonstrating strong leadership, safety commitment, and effective communication.
• Technical Knowledge: Proficient in preventive/predictive maintenance and repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment, performed to established standards.
• Work Availability: Must have the flexibility to work all shifts, including holidays and weekends, as required by operational needs.

Nice To Haves

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering, Management, or related field (preferred) OR 5+ years of relevant management experience.
• Certification in maintenance management or reliability (e.g., CMRP, PMP).
• Expertise with conveyor systems and robotics used in logistics and fulfillment centers.

Responsibilities

• Champion a safety-first culture by ensuring compliance with safety protocols, including completion of safety training and regular safety audits.
• Oversee safety metrics, such as Safety Leadership Index and Good Catch/Near Miss reporting, and ensure timely incident resolution.
• Proactively address safety concerns, collaborating with Regional Safety Specialists and site leaders to implement corrective actions and achieve safety milestones.
• Lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Monitor and achieve key performance indicators (KPIs), including PM/PdM completion rates, high-severity breakdown resolution, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Ensure timely completion of work orders and effective tracking of Site Issue Management (SIM) tickets.
• Supervise and support maintenance technicians, fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
• Conduct regular 1:1 meetings and team huddles to ensure alignment with site objectives and provide coaching on skill development.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager (MM) to identify high-potential employees and create structured development plans.
• Act as the on-site point of contact for maintenance-related issues, ensuring alignment between RME and Operations teams.
• Participate in daily site meetings to communicate goals, share updates, and address operational challenges.
• Provide feedback to site leadership and recommend continuous improvements to enhance performance and satisfaction .
• Ensure 100% compliance with required training completion.
• Maintain accurate and timely data in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and ensure alignment with dashboard metrics.
• Support inventory health, warranty claims, and budget compliance to optimize site maintenance operations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Core Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and access to virtual healthcare for you and your family.
• Support for Growing Family Benefits: Enjoy paid parental leave and access to emergency backup care to support your family when it matters most.
• Paid Time Off: Take advantage of paid time off, sick time, and holidays to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Retirement Savings: Build your future with our 401(k)-match program, featuring immediate vesting to help you save with confidence.
• Supplemental Medical Benefits: Enhance your protection with optional critical illness insurance, accidental insurance, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Pre-Tax Benefits: Save on everyday expenses with commuter benefits, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Home & Family Protection: Access auto & home insurance, legal benefits, identity theft protection, pet insurance to safeguard what matters most.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager