Facility Maintenance Lead

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Supervisor oversees the Facility Maintenance Specialist team ensuring the operational integrity, safety, and efficiency of site facilities, equipment, and systems. This role involves managing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs. The Facility Maintenance Lead will manage inventory, ensure OSHA compliance, and keep effective documentation and reports.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership and Oversight:

• Supervise and mentor a team of Maintenance Specialists including scheduling, task delegation, and performance evaluations to ensure high productivity.
• Provide guidance on diagnosing and resolving complex issues (e.g., PDU breaker trips, structural concerns, equipment failures), ensuring timely escalation when needed.
• Foster a collaborative environment, encouraging Team members to maintain operational efficiency.

Operational Management:

• Oversee preventative maintenance schedules for machines, equipment (e.g., scissor lifts, telehandlers), and other site equipment.
• Ensure timely air filter replacements and other critical maintenance tasks to prevent equipment failures in a dusty, high-heat environment.
• Monitor and approve repairs, such as replacing damaged components (e.g., wheels, forks) on heavy machinery, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Inventory and Resource Management:

• Manage inventory of repair tools, equipment, and PPE (e.g., harnesses, gloves, safety glasses), ensuring availability and proper condition through regular inspections.
• Approve orders for replacements of defective tools or PPE, maintaining a well-stocked and organized inventory for the team.
• Ensure work areas remain clean, organized, and safe, with tools properly stored after use.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Oversee the team’s documentation of maintenance activities, ensuring accuracy in Excel records and integrating data into SharePoint for team visibility.
• Review and approve reports on facility or equipment issues (e.g., bent door frames, disconnected siding), ensuring thorough follow-up and resolution.
• Provide regular updates to the Site Manager on maintenance performance, uptime metrics, and safety compliance.
• Safety and Compliance:
• Enforce adherence to OSHA regulations, ensuring all maintenance work (e.g., lockout/tagout procedures) meets compliance requirements.
• Conduct safety audits, identify hazards, and implement corrective actions, either directly or through escalation to the Site Manager.
• Train team members on safety protocols, ensuring they address non-compliance issues promptly and effectively.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within maintenance, repair, or a related technical field, preferably in an industrial or heavy equipment environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and manage a team of Maintenance Specialists, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• In-depth knowledge of preventative maintenance, troubleshooting electrical and structural issues, and managing heavy equipment (e.g., scissor lifts, telehandlers).
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and industrial safety regulations.
• Proficiency in Excel for documentation; experience with SharePoint is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations Physical Requirements:
• Ability to oversee fieldwork, including lifting heavy equipment, working at heights, or in confined spaces.
• Comfortable supervising in varying environmental conditions (e.g., Extreme heat, dusty environment).

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to: Site Manager
• Supervises: Facility Maintenance Specialists
• Collaborates with: Site Manager and other department leads