Industrial Maintenance Specialist

Brown and Caldwell•Honolulu, HI

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Our Hawaii office has an opening for a self-motivated Maintenance Specialist with 5+ years of experience supporting industrial facilities. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience installing and performing preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial equipment and systems (e.g., pumps, valves, motors, blowers, instrumentation, and basic electrical/mechanical systems), either in a utility environment or in a consulting/contractor role. This position is field-forward and requires strong troubleshooting and mechanical skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to coordinate closely with operators, mechanics, engineers, and management to keep assets reliable and compliant. This role also includes advanced Operations & Maintenance (O&M) support for water/wastewater treatment operations, including solving diverse operational and equipment issues, applying specialized maintenance expertise to improve reliability, and helping establish or refine techniques and approaches. The position may act as a project lead while still functioning as an individual contributor.

Requirements

Typically, a minimum of 6 years of experience in a relevant field or position.
Proven experience in team leadership and coordination roles.
Safety-first, self-starter, and results-oriented; able to work under deadlines and respond effectively to changing field conditions.
Awareness of safety procedures and practices, including lockout/tagout, safe electrical work practices, arc flash requirements, confined space requirements, and site-specific procedures.
5+ years of professional maintenance experience (municipal utilities, industrial facilities, or construction); team leadership and coordination experience preferred.
Demonstrated experience maintaining and troubleshooting industrial/mechanical equipment; wastewater, water, or similar process facilities experience preferred.
Working knowledge of hazardous waste treatment and management procedures and ability to apply those protocols to workplace practices.
Experience conducting condition assessments of equipment.
Working knowledge of pumps and rotating equipment, basic electrical concepts, and mechanical systems; ability to read equipment manuals, P&IDs, and simple wiring diagrams.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to identify root causes and recommend practical corrective actions.
Clear written and verbal communication skills; able to document work performed and communicate equipment status, risks, and next steps.
Proficiency with standard software (e.g., Microsoft Office) and comfort learning CMMS/work order tools; ability to collect and interpret basic operating data.
Ability to work both independently and in coordinated teams, including collaborating closely with operators, engineers, and subcontractors.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail and strong follow-through.
Eagerness to be onsite in field offices and perform hands-on work at various sites, including outdoor work and variable weather conditions.
Typically, a high school diploma or equivalent is required for this position.
Formal training and/or on-the-job training are instrumental in developing a specialized skill set for this role.
Possess a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Provide guidance on day-to-day preventive and corrective maintenance practices at wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and related facilities.
Carry out advanced technical tasks associated with water/wastewater treatment operations and maintenance.
Coordinate and lead activities related to maintenance and management processes, support process optimization for efficient workflow.
Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs); support maintainability reviews to ensure smooth operation.
Oversee regulatory compliance within the operational scope; apply knowledge of hazardous waste treatment and management protocols to workplace procedures.
Perform field sampling and data collection for analysis, as needed to support operational troubleshooting and optimization.
Oversee staff augmentation as required and coordinate work activities to meet evolving operational needs.
Inspect, diagnose, and troubleshoot process equipment (e.g., pumps, blowers, mixers, motors, grinders, valves, gates, actuators) to restore service and increase reliability.
Identify routine preventive maintenance needs (lubrication, alignment checks, belt/drive inspection, seal and bearing checks) and document findings and follow-up actions.
Supporting instrumentation and controls upkeep by performing basic checks and coordinating needs (e.g., calibration support, sensor cleaning, verifying signals/alarms), escalating complex issues to I&C/SCADA specialists.
Use of a CMMS/work order system to evaluate maintenance work; identify anticipated parts usage, labor, and specialty subcontractors.
Coordinate with operations staff to plan equipment outages, work sequences, and return-to-service verification.
Assist with spare parts management (inventory counts, reorder triggers, vendor coordination) and recommend standardization or reliability improvements.
Understand asset management and assist with development of an asset management program.
Perform daily field inspections at plants and remote sites; respond to urgent maintenance needs as assigned. Troubleshoot mechanical malfunctions affecting pumps, valves, actuators, and other process equipment.
Communicate and coordinate with project teams including engineers, operators, subject matter specialists, and client management to plan work and report status.
Independently manage assignments to meet safety, schedule, quality, and budget expectations; contribute to maintenance work plans and continuous improvement initiatives.
May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.
Associate’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical/Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Engineering, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on experience will be considered.
Completion of a recognized mechanical apprenticeship program or documented journey-level mechanical maintenance experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Carry out advanced technical tasks associated with water/wastewater treatment operations and maintenance.
Coordinate and lead activities related to maintenance and management processes.
Ensure process optimization for efficient workflow.
Apply knowledge of hazardous waste treatment and management protocols to workplace procedures.
Create and maintain standard operating procedure and job hazard analysis documentation.
Oversee regulatory compliance within the operational scope.
Perform field sampling and data collection for analysis.
Oversee staff augmentation as required.
Conduct operability and safety audit and reviews to ensure smooth operation.
Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.