Assistant Maintenance Manager

Cushman & Wakefield•Visalia, CA

12d

About The Position

The Assistant Maintenance Manager (AMM) oversees maintenance operations at a single site, ensuring the reliability and performance of engineering assets. The role supports a safety-first culture, operational excellence, and team development. The AMM reports to the Maintenance Manager (MM) or Regional Maintenance Manager (RMM) and helps maintain site efficiency while supporting C&W Services’ and its client’s shared goals. The AMM leads safety practices, preventive and predictive maintenance programs, performance monitoring, technician supervision and coaching, coordination with site Operations, and administrative maintenance processes. The role includes maintaining accurate CMMS data, supporting inventory health and warranty claims, and helping ensure budget compliance.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in a management role overseeing maintenance teams.
Strong leadership, commitment to safety, and effective 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 lbs.; crouch, kneel, bend, and reach; and use aerial lifts or ladders as needed.
Ability to perform tasks wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including 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.

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

Champion a safety-first culture by ensuring compliance with safety protocols, completion of safety training, and regular safety audits.
Oversee safety metrics, including the Safety Leadership Index and Good Catch/Near Miss reporting, and ensure incidents are resolved in a timely manner.
Address safety concerns proactively and collaborate with Regional Safety Specialists and site leaders on corrective actions and safety milestones.
Lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs to support equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
Monitor and achieve 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 one-on-one meetings and team huddles, align staff with site objectives, and coach employees on skill development.
Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager to identify high-potential employees and create structured development plans.
Serve as the on-site point of contact for maintenance-related issues and align Maintenance 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 CMMS and ensure alignment with dashboard metrics.
Support inventory health, warranty claims, and budget compliance.

Benefits

Safety-first culture and dynamic, high-performing environments.
Training, development, and advancement opportunities.
Weekly pay.
Comprehensive benefits starting on the first day.
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 (HSA), and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
Auto and home insurance, legal benefits, identity theft protection, and pet insurance.