Facility Maintenance Planner

Solar Turbines • DeSoto, TX

401d • $64,806 - $97,210

About The Position

The Facility Maintenance Planner at Caterpillar is responsible for providing maintenance support in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role involves scheduling and processing facility maintenance work orders to ensure the optimal condition of buildings and equipment. The planner collaborates with engineers and various departments to drive process improvements and maintain safety standards while managing multiple mechanical and electrical disciplines.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in general maintenance or facility maintenance
• Strong customer service skills, self-motivated, proactive, detail-oriented, and a team player
• Ability to stay organized and handle competing priorities
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, etc.)
• Ability to maintain communication with maintenance technicians and team leads to ensure timely completion of work orders
• Strong organizational and management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) systems
• Working knowledge of COUPA - payment portal experience
• General knowledge of maintenance processes and methods
• Identify, specify, source and order supplies and equipment
• Create SOPs for critical and recurring jobs
• Lead the planning/scheduling of major shutdowns and provide support during events
• AA degree in General Education

Responsibilities

• Process work order assignments
• Work closely with all departments to prioritize work schedules and coordination of all maintenance activities
• Assist with coordinating supplies and materials for maintenance activities
• Preventative maintenance system database entry, update, and upkeep
• Create purchase requisitions and purchase orders
• Communicate effectively and schedule work with internal customers and outside vendors
• Provide clerical support for maintenance staff
• Develop annual, monthly, and weekly maintenance work order and preventive maintenance reports
• Prepare maintenance customer feedback survey reports
• Adhere to established industry and enterprise standards relating to safety, quality, schedule, cost, and regulatory compliance
• Participate in the implementation of Continuous Improvements (CI) projects and capital projects
• Conduct on-the-job training and technical self-study programs for career development

Benefits

• Annual incentive bonus plan
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
• 401k savings plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Healthy Lifestyle Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Associate degree