Maintenance Planner

Turner Staffing Group•Elko, NV

9h•$45 - $55

About The Position

The Maintenance Planner is responsible for planning, coordinating, and optimizing maintenance activities across a diverse equipment fleet. This role ensures that all maintenance, inspection, and service tasks are executed efficiently to maximize equipment availability and support operational performance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, along with a working knowledge of maintenance systems, equipment lifecycles, and warranty administration.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in maintenance planning, preferably within industrial, energy, drilling, or heavy equipment environments
Strong working knowledge of hydraulic systems, diesel-powered equipment, and rotating machinery
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with ERP or CMMS platforms preferred
Familiarity with warranty management, component lifecycle tracking, and reliability-based maintenance principles
High attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management capabilities
Analytical mindset with the ability to identify trends and recommend practical solutions
Strong communication skills to coordinate across departments and with external vendors
Proactive, solutions-oriented approach with a focus on continuous improvement

Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities
Maintain oversight of equipment tracking and maintenance status
Manage and prioritize work orders, ensuring accurate documentation and proper execution
Utilize internal service request systems to plan, track, and close maintenance tasks
Coordinate equipment downtime and service intervals in alignment with operational and field schedules
Schedule and coordinate routine inspections and service requirements (e.g., work orders, lifting equipment, pressure systems, fire protection, DOT, and safety-related inspections)
Maintain accurate records of completed maintenance, including corrective actions taken
Interface with field teams and supervisors to collect feedback and adjust maintenance plans as required
Ensure availability of critical spare parts to support both planned and unplanned maintenance
Work closely with supply chain and warehouse teams to maintain accurate inventory levels
Provide input on inventory forecasting, parts kitting, and reorder thresholds based on usage and failure trends
Track and administer warranty claims to support cost recovery efforts
Log and analyze component failures to identify recurring issues or reliability concerns
Monitor and report on premature or abnormal failure trends
Provide data-driven insights to support continuous improvement initiatives
Prepare and distribute equipment damage reports
Analyze damage data to support prevention strategies and reduce repeat incidents