Maintenance Manager - Precast - LaBelle, FL

Geoquest USA • LaBelle, FL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Geoquest USA, Inc. (formerly The Reinforced Earth Company) designs and supplies proprietary retaining wall systems and earth-related technologies for civil engineering projects. The Maintenance Manager plans, organizes, and oversees maintenance of company property, equipment, and mechanical systems in support of operational efficiency, safety, and quality targets. The role reports to the Plant Manager and includes managing maintenance staff, preventive maintenance programs, service vendors, parts and tools inventory, budgets, maintenance records, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience or 5 years of leadership experience in an industrial environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Working knowledge of electrical wiring, plumbing, machine operation, and general maintenance.
• Ability to coordinate resources to meet objectives and management expectations.
• Ability to read technical plans and drawings and teach others to read them.
• Experience using powered equipment, tools, and heavy and light machinery appropriately.
• Knowledge of company products, policies, and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and management skills.
• Demonstrated application of managerial and supervisory skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical and mathematical ability.
• Ability to operate a computer and supporting software packages.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to implement change effectively.
• Mechanical experience maintaining production equipment.
• Ability to lift and move up to 75 pounds.
• Frequent walking and standing for 6 or more hours per day.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Business, Manufacturing, Engineering, or Production, or an equivalent combination of experience and training demonstrating the ability to perform the key responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain safe work procedures and practices.
• Develop and implement schedules for regular maintenance and upkeep of property.
• Develop, implement, and oversee preventive maintenance of equipment to support reliability and effectiveness.
• Research and implement best practices for facility maintenance and repairs.
• Develop and implement audit programs for mechanical systems.
• Schedule and assign tasks to staff, providing oversight.
• Manage maintenance staff, including schedules, training, coaching, and development.
• Ensure the maintenance team complies with relevant regulations and policies.
• Develop and maintain critical-parts lists for key equipment and mechanical systems.
• Coordinate and administer vendor contracts for service, repair, and parts.
• Oversee inventory of tools and parts needed for preventive maintenance.
• Maintain maintenance records through an electronic program.
• Provide regular reports on maintenance and repair planning and completion.
• Monitor and optimize costs to meet budget goals.
• Work with the team to develop and improve SOPs for critical tasks.
• Prepare and provide maintenance budget requests.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines.
• Apply knowledge of new technology and industry trends to improve the maintenance program and equipment.
• Perform other reasonable tasks assigned by a superior.

Benefits

• 11 days of paid vacation to start, increasing to 16 days after 5 years and 21 days after 10 years.
• 11 paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Medical, dental (including orthodontia for children up to age 26), and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Wellness program with incentives.
• Free parking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED