Assistant Maintenance Manager

Cushman & Wakefield•Sacramento, CA

1d•$106,250 - $125,000

About The Position

The Assistant Maintenance Manager (AMM) oversees maintenance operations at a single site to ensure the reliability and performance of engineering assets. The role supports a safety-first culture, operational excellence, and team development, and reports to the Maintenance Manager or Regional Maintenance Manager. The AMM is an on-site contact for maintenance-related issues and helps align maintenance activities with site operations and client goals.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in a management role overseeing maintenance teams and multi-site operations.
Strong leadership, safety commitment, and communication skills.
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; crouch, kneel, bend, and reach; and use aerial lifts or ladders as needed.
Ability to perform tasks while wearing required personal protective equipment, including a hard hat, face mask, face shield, and composite toe shoes.
Ability to walk 6–12 miles daily, climb stairs, and navigate multiple floors.
Ability to work in fluctuating temperatures and varying warehouse environments and type on a computer for 1–2 hours per day.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering, Management, or a related field, or at least 5 years of relevant management experience.
Certification in maintenance management or reliability, such as CMRP or PMP.
Expertise with conveyor systems and robotics used in logistics and fulfillment centers.

Responsibilities

Promote a safety-first culture by ensuring compliance with safety protocols, completion of safety training, and regular safety audits.
Monitor safety metrics, including the Safety Leadership Index and Good Catch/Near Miss reporting, and ensure incidents are resolved promptly.
Address safety concerns and work with Regional Safety Specialists and site leaders on corrective actions and safety milestones.
Lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
Monitor KPIs, including preventive and predictive maintenance completion, high-severity breakdown resolution, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness.
Ensure work orders are completed on time and Site Issue Management tickets are tracked effectively.
Supervise and support maintenance technicians while fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
Conduct regular one-on-one meetings and team huddles, align employees with site objectives, and coach them on skill development.
Work with the Maintenance Manager to identify high-potential employees and create development plans.
Serve as the on-site point of contact for maintenance issues and support 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.
Ensure required training is completed and maintain accurate, timely data in the CMMS aligned with dashboard metrics.
Support inventory health, warranty claims, and budget compliance.

Benefits

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