Maintenance Manager

Flex-N-Gate•Grand Rapids, MI

35d•$110,000 - $125,000

About The Position

The Maintenance Manager coordinates the installation, maintenance, and repair of company machinery, equipment, buildings, and property. This role manages maintenance personnel safely and effectively while complying with company policies, procedures, and applicable legislative requirements. The manager oversees preventive maintenance, facility and construction projects, contractor activities, maintenance schedules, supplies, records, budgets, and capital planning. The role also supports the company’s Environmental Management System (EMS) and Quality Management System (QMS). The position involves troubleshooting and maintaining electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and facility systems; organizing minor construction and property upkeep; and coordinating work with internal teams, contractors, consultants, and external authorities. The role may require availability around the clock, travel between site and off-site locations, and work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions, including construction environments.

Requirements

Community college education in a related field.
Five years of experience in a mechanical or electrical capacity as a tradesperson, or five years of related experience.
Highly motivated and able to work independently.
Ability to comprehend and communicate detailed instructions orally and in writing.
Ability to multitask and establish priorities.
Ability to keep maintenance schedules and files organized in a changing environment.
Initiative, responsibility, flexibility, and leadership.
Thorough knowledge of contract administration and office procedures.
Ability to perform small repairs, such as caulking, replacing washers, and replacing light fixtures.
Knowledge of local, provincial, and federal workplace compliance regulations, ordinances, and legislation.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to develop alternative solutions to problems.
Excellent time-management and project-management skills.
Sound independent judgment and reasoning.
Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to exercise cost-control measures.
Flexibility and interpersonal skills to work effectively in a diverse environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to interact sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally.
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft software, including Excel and Word, and email.
Supervisory skills.
Proven troubleshooting ability.
Conflict-resolution and employee-relations skills.
Knowledge of Statistical Process Control for Machine Capability.
Knowledge of ISO 14001.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
Ability to travel to the site and off-site locations.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in cold and hot environments and to work around construction sites.
Ability to use required safety equipment, such as steel-toed safety boots and safety glasses or goggles.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to complete maintenance and service.
Coordinate preventive maintenance of equipment and facilities.
Use hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment to perform maintenance duties.
Identify faulty operations, defective materials, and unusual conditions and report them to appropriate supervision.
Follow safety regulations and maintain clean, orderly work areas.
Coordinate building maintenance for new construction, renovations, and updates to existing systems.
Coordinate and monitor contractors working on projects and help ensure building work complies with applicable requirements.
Update project information, maintain project files, organize drawings, and prepare drawing packages.
Support department management, project managers, and consultants as required.
Maintain information in company records systems and department databases.
Prioritize preventive maintenance work orders, requisitions, and scheduled work.
Maintain adequate maintenance-department supplies and equipment and requisition work through Purchasing.
Attend meetings and meet with external parties such as the Fire Department and Hydro as required.
Complete department reports and records.
Drive company vehicles as required.
Coordinate interior and exterior painting and decorating.
Follow departmental procedures and systems for preventive maintenance, requisitions, scheduled work, quality improvement, and risk management.
Organize minor construction work, including dismantling and erecting walls, finish carpentry, and concrete work.
Maintain inventories of new equipment, manuals, and warranties.
Operate a computerized preventive maintenance program.
Troubleshoot and maintain electrical components, appliances, and equipment in accordance with applicable codes and procedures.
Schedule preventive maintenance checks for electrical alarms.
Install and repair plumbing fixtures, piping, and related equipment.
Organize mechanical and preventive maintenance of equipment such as pumps, air-handling systems, and refrigeration equipment.
Raise safety concerns and determine appropriate methods for completing tasks.
Oversee snow removal and ice safety, landscaping, and the overall appearance of company property.
Manage short-term planning and keep appropriate authorities informed of decisions.
Prepare monthly reports and budgets and develop capital plans with the unit maintenance committee.
Manage responsibilities related to the Environmental Management System and Quality Management System.
Perform other duties as assigned or needed.