Maintenance Specialist

Job Title:  Maintenance Specialist

Reports To:  Sr. Production and Maintenance Manager

FLSA Status:    Salary 

 

The Facility Maintenance Specialist is a senior technical role responsible for ensuring the operational excellence and reliability of plant-wide utility systems and building infrastructure. This position operates within the Facility Maintenance Team, working alongside the Assistant Manager to support overall plant operations.

The role involves a hybrid approach: performing direct hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting while simultaneously managing specialized external vendors for statutory inspections and complex repairs. The Specialist acts as a technical lead for building compliance (Elevators, Fire Systems, etc.) and ensures all facility assets meet the highest safety and efficiency standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Statutory Inspection & Vendor Coordination

External Inspection Oversight: Plan, schedule, and oversee all mandatory statutory inspections (Elevators, Fire Suppression, Pressure Vessels, and Electrical Safety) conducted by external agencies.

Vendor Management: Act as the primary liaison for service providers; review technical quotes, manage maintenance contracts, and audit the quality of work performed by third-party technicians.

Compliance & Documentation: Ensure 100% regulatory compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and local codes; maintain meticulous records of permits, certifications, and inspection reports.

2. Plant Utilities & Building Infrastructure

Elevator Management: Ensure the safe and continuous operation of all elevator systems through proactive vendor management and immediate response to operational issues.

System Maintenance: Monitor and maintain critical plant utilities, including air compressors, electrical distribution (low/medium voltage), and HVAC/Chiller/Boiler systems.

Hybrid Execution: Perform hands-on repairs for general facility components (plumbing, lighting, structural fixtures) while coordinating with external experts for specialized technical tasks.

3. Production & Equipment Support

Production Asset Reliability: Provide maintenance support for production-related infrastructure, including overhead cranes and hoists, ensuring they meet all safety and operational certifications.

Technical Assistance: Support the production maintenance team during critical equipment breakdowns, line start-ups, or planned shutdowns to minimize downtime.

Facility Modifications: Assist in equipment installations, utility hookups (electrical/pneumatic), and facility layout changes as required.

4. Operational Strategy & Procurement(investment implementation)

Advanced Troubleshooting: Diagnose complex mechanical/electrical failures and implement permanent solutions.

Inventory & Procurement: Identify required spare parts, tools, and supplies; initiate Purchase Requests (PR) and manage an organized inventory to prevent stockouts of critical items.

Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize utility efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and improve overall facility reliability

Qualifications

Required

3–5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Strong technical knowledge of industrial utilities (HVAC, Electrical, Compressed Air) and building systems (Elevators).

Proven experience in coordinating external contractors and managing statutory/legal inspection schedules.

Advanced hands-on skills in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.

Preferred

Technical certification or professional license (e.g., Electrician, HVAC, or Mechanical trade).

Experience using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) for work orders and asset tracking.

Strong understanding of industrial safety practices and regulatory compliance.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work requires periods of close attention to work without interruption.  Concentrated effort of up to 4 hours without break may be required.

Work requires constant response to changing circumstances and using new information to adjust approach and to quickly respond to new needs. 

No substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions

Visual and Auditory requirements apply to position. 

Requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and or up to 20 pounds of force frequently.  Job is physical in nature and employee needs to stand and/or move around through most of their shift.

No Environmental Requirements apply to position. 

Physical Requirements apply to position.

Monday - Friday. 7AM to 4PM. Overtime required as needed.

$0.0 - $66000.0 Annual Salary