Maintenance Manager

Fondomonte•Calipatria, CA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Fondomonte is seeking an experienced and hands-on Maintenance Manager to oversee workshop and maintenance operations at our bale press facility. This position is responsible for managing maintenance activities, coordinating repairs and special projects, supervising staff and contractors, and ensuring equipment and facility maintenance activities are performed safely, efficiently, and professionally. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge, leadership skills, and experience managing maintenance operations involving diesel big rigs, forklifts, loaders, bale press equipment, hydraulic systems, and industrial maintenance operations in a fast-paced production environment.

Requirements

Experience in industrial, diesel, fleet, or heavy equipment maintenance
Strong knowledge of: Diesel engines, Hydraulic and pneumatic systems, Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
Supervisory or leadership experience preferred
Strong organizational and communication skills
Commitment to safety and operational efficiency
Welding/fabrication and bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift as needed
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
Driver's License

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree
10 years of Maintenance experience
5 years of Management experience

Responsibilities

Oversee daily workshop maintenance and operational support activities
Manage maintenance repairs and improvement projects involving: Diesel big rigs, Bale press equipment, Forklifts, Loaders, Trailers and support equipment, Mechanical systems, Welding and fabrication support
Coordinate and supervise maintenance work involving: Mechanical repairs, Electrical troubleshooting, Hydraulic systems, Pneumatic systems, General equipment maintenance
Assign and coordinate maintenance work orders and labor schedules
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system issues
Ensure maintenance logs, inspections, reports, and documentation are completed accurately
Maintain safe, clean, and organized workshop operations and work areas
Train, mentor, and support maintenance personnel
Ensure compliance with company policies, SOPs, and safety procedures
Monitor inventory and coordinate maintenance parts, tools, supplies, and consumables
Promote preventive maintenance practices to minimize downtime and improve operational efficiency
Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement