Maintenance Planner

Loram•Medina, MN

35d•$54,600 - $76,400•Hybrid

About The Position

The Maintenance Planner – Fleet Support provides planning and coordination support for the maintenance of Loram’s specialized fleet equipment. This entry-level role assists in organizing, scheduling, and preparing maintenance activities to improve fleet reliability and minimize downtime. The position focuses on project task breakdown, work order support, and ensuring required parts and resources are available to technicians in the field.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment.
Ability to read basic technical diagrams and maintenance manuals.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Good communication and teamwork abilities.
Willingness to learn new systems and processes.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Nice To Haves

3 years of experience in maintenance support, planning, parts coordination, or related technical role (preferred, not required for strong entry-level candidates).
Technical or vocational training in maintenance, mechanics, or related field preferred.
Familiarity with EAM/CMMS systems and maintenance processes preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance schedules for fleet assets.
Break down work requests into clear, actionable tasks, identifying required labor, tools, and parts.
Support sequencing of activities to reduce downtime and align with operational priorities.
Contribute to planning for seasonal overhauls and specialized maintenance projects.
Identify and reserve spare parts, consumables, and tools required for upcoming jobs.
Coordinate with Supply Chain to ensure timely availability of materials.
Maintain accurate parts allocation records in the EAM system.
Monitor critical stock levels and escalate shortages as needed.
Enter, update, and track work orders within the EAM system.
Ensure work orders contain accurate job descriptions, priorities, and resource assignments.
Collect completion notes and technician feedback for continuous improvement.
Assist in preparing work packages including schematics, job instructions, and safety requirements.
Provide logistical and administrative support for daily maintenance activities.
Help generate reports on completed work, open tasks, and parts usage.
Coordinate with technicians, supervisors, and managers to clarify work requirements.
Participate in planning meetings to review upcoming jobs and resolve conflicts.
Maintain timely communication with stakeholders regarding job status.