Maintenance Manager

Position Summary

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of all equipment, tools, transportation assets, and facility grounds within a modular home manufacturing facility. This role focuses on preventative maintenance, custom fabrication, fleet upkeep, and overall facility support rather than high-tech automation systems.

This position requires a hands-on leader who can diagnose issues quickly, develop practical solutions, and support continuous production flow. The Maintenance Manager plays a critical role in minimizing downtime, maintaining compliance, and improving overall plant performance.

Core Responsibilities

Preventative Maintenance (PM) Management

• Develop, implement, and manage preventative maintenance schedules for all production equipment.

• Perform and oversee routine inspections to minimize unplanned downtime.

• Maintain and service overhead cranes and hoists, ensuring compliance with safety standards and load ratings.

• Establish and execute PM programs for:

• Glue pumps

• Paint pumps

• Compactors

• General production equipment

• Oversee tool repair and preventative maintenance programs to ensure tools are functional, safe, and readily available for production.

• Track maintenance performance and identify trends for continuous improvement.

Custom Fabrication & Tooling

• Design and fabricate custom tooling to support modular home assembly processes.

• Build and modify racks, carts, and storage systems to improve workflow and space utilization.

• Provide hands-on support to production teams with custom solutions that improve efficiency and reduce labor strain.

• Continuously evaluate and improve tooling and material handling systems.

Fleet & Logistics Maintenance

• Maintain and service company transportation carriers used to deliver modular units.

• Develop and execute preventative maintenance schedules for fleet vehicles and yard tractors.

• Perform basic mechanical repairs on trailers, vehicles, and transport equipment.

• Ensure all fleet equipment is road-ready and compliant with applicable regulations.

• Coordinate inspections and repairs to avoid transportation delays.

Grounds & Facility Management

• Oversee the maintenance, cleanliness, and organization of all exterior facility areas.

• Coordinate and manage vendors for:

• Lawn care

• Snow removal

• Ensure parking areas, yards, and surrounding grounds are safe, accessible, and well-maintained.

• Support overall yard organization to align with production and shipping needs.

Safety & Compliance

• Serve as an active member of the Safety Committee.

• Identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and internal safety policies.

• Maintain accurate logs of inspections, repairs, and certifications.

• Promote and reinforce a strong safety culture across the facility.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Proficient in welding and metal fabrication (MIG/TIG preferred).

• Ability to design and fabricate custom tools and structural solutions.

Mechanical & Electrical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of:

• Hydraulics

• Pneumatics

• Mechanical drive systems

• Working knowledge of 3-phase electrical systems, including:

• Basic troubleshooting of motors, controls, and power distribution

• Identifying electrical issues impacting equipment performance

• Safe work practices around energized systems

• Ability to coordinate with licensed electricians for advanced electrical work when required.

Compliance Knowledge

• Familiarity with OSHA regulations.

• Knowledge of overhead lifting equipment inspection requirements.

Organizational Skills

• Ability to independently manage maintenance schedules and priorities.

• Strong documentation and record-keeping capabilities.

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing maintenance role.

• Experience with trailers, fleet maintenance, or heavy equipment preferred.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Comfortable working at heights (cranes, hoists, elevated platforms).

• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Frequent walking, climbing, bending, and use of tools and equipment.

Position Expectations

• Act as a hands-on problem solver, comfortable working with tools and equipment daily.

• Respond quickly to production needs to minimize downtime.

• Maintain a proactive, preventative maintenance mindset.

• Communicate effectively with production, quality, and leadership teams.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.