Maintenance Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

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.