Maintenance Manager

Transco Rail Services

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Build Your Career in Maintenance Leadership & Industrial Operations
At Transco Rail Services, we don’t just repair railcars, we keep critical industries moving. As part of Marmon Rail (a Berkshire Hathaway company), we operate a growing network of facilities and field service teams across North America, supporting customers in transportation, energy, and manufacturing.

We are looking for a Maintenance Manager to lead facility and equipment maintenance operations, drive reliability, and support production performance. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in an industrial environment and is passionate about safety, uptime, and team development.

What You’ll Do:
This role is responsible for overseeing maintenance operations, ensuring equipment reliability, and supporting production uptime through effective planning and execution.
On any given day, you will:

• Lead maintenance operations with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and uptime
• Develop and execute preventative maintenance (PM) programs to minimize downtime
• Partner with operations to schedule maintenance activities and coordinate planned outages
• Manage and prioritize work orders through CMMS systems
• Conduct daily facility walks to identify equipment issues and improvement opportunities
• Analyze equipment performance data to improve reliability and reduce failures
• Maintain appropriate spare parts inventory for critical equipment
• Oversee and coordinate third-party contractors and service providers
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Train, coach, and develop maintenance team members
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency and equipment performance

What Makes This Role Different:

• Operational Impact – Directly influence equipment uptime and production success 
• Ownership – Lead all maintenance functions across facility and equipment systems 
• Growth Opportunity – Career paths across Transco, Marmon Rail, and 100+ Marmon companies 
• Hands-On Leadership – Balance shop-floor presence with strategic planning

What We’re Looking For:
We’re seeking a strong maintenance leader with a focus on safety, reliability, and team development.
Requirements:

• 5–7 years of maintenance leadership experience in industrial or manufacturing environments 
• Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance programs and equipment reliability 
• Experience managing maintenance teams and contractors 
• Proficiency with CMMS systems and maintenance planning 
• Strong mechanical aptitude (equipment, welding machines, facility systems) 
• Ability to manage priorities, problem-solve, and drive execution 
• Strong communication and leadership skills

Preferred:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Maintenance, Engineering, or related field 
• Experience in rail, heavy industrial, or manufacturing environments 
• Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Directly manages maintenance technicians and contractors 
• Responsible for workforce planning, training, and development 
• Drives accountability for safety, quality, and performance

Work Environment:

• Combination of shop floor and office-based work 
• Industrial environment with exposure to equipment, noise, and weather conditions 
• Physical activity including walking, climbing, and lifting 
• May require extended hours based on operational needs

Site Specific Details:

• Location: 300 7th Avenue NW, Oelwein, Iowa 50662
• Shift: Primarily First Shift, expected hours 6:00am – 4:30pm
• Compensation: $85,000 - $105,000 

Compensation & Benefits
We know this role requires skill, flexibility, and commitment, and we compensate accordingly.

What you can expect:

• Competitive base salary
• Stable, long-term career within a growing organization

Full Benefits – Day One:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with company match