Plant Maintenance Manager

⛏ Executive Search | Mining | Building High-Performing Teams Globally ⛏ The Plant Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading all maintenance activities at a high-production aggregates quarry in Colorado, producing approximately 1 million tons per year. This role ensures safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of crushing, screening, conveying, and mobile equipment by implementing proactive maintenance strategies, managing personnel, and driving continuous improvement. The position plays a critical role in safety performance, plant uptime, and overall operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Lead all fixed-plant and mobile equipment maintenance activities, including crushers, screens, conveyors, feeders, wash plants, loaders, haul trucks, and support equipment Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend asset life Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and welding issues in a quarry environment Plan and manage major repairs, shutdowns, and capital maintenance projects Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment histories using a CMMS Directly supervise maintenance supervisors, mechanics, electricians, and contractors Schedule labor effectively to support production demands, seasonal variability, and emergency repairs Train, coach, and mentor maintenance personnel with an emphasis on safety, skill development, and accountability Foster a strong safety culture and lead by example Ensure full compliance with MSHA, OSHA, environmental, and company safety standards Conduct safety meetings, job safety analyses (JSAs), inspections, and incident investigations Partner with operations leadership to reduce risk and improve safe work practices Collaborate with plant leadership to improve plant availability, throughput, and cost per ton Support capital planning and equipment upgrades Required 7+ years of maintenance experience in aggregates, mining, cement, or heavy industrial environments 3+ years of supervisory or management experience leading maintenance teams Strong working knowledge of crushing and screening plants Experience with MSHA regulations and safety management systems Ability to read mechanical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills #J-18808-Ljbffr