Assistant Maintenance Manager

Cushman & Wakefield; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 88,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety-first culture

Weekly pay

Comprehensive benefits starting day 1

Training, development, and advancement

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an Assistant Maintenance Manager to oversee on-site maintenance operations, ensuring reliability of engineering assets and a strong safety culture. You will report to the Maintenance Manager or Regional Maintenance Manager and lead a team of technicians to meet site objectives.

Key focus areas include preventive/predictive maintenance, KPI tracking (OEE, PM/PdM), safety compliance, and collaboration with MM and regional teams to drive performance and continuous

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a management role overseeing maintenance teams and multi-site operations.
• Proficient in preventive/predictive maintenance and repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to work all shifts, including holidays and weekends.
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering, Management, or related field (preferred) OR 5+ years of relevant management experience.
• Certification in maintenance management or reliability (e.g., CMRP, PMP).
• Experience with conveyor systems and robotics used in logistics and fulfillment centers.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety leadership and ensure compliance with safety protocols, including training and audits.
• Oversee safety metrics and incident resolution.
• Lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Monitor KPIs (PM/PdM, high-severity breakdowns, OEE) and resolve issues.
• Ensure timely work orders and manage SIM ticket tracking.
• Supervise maintenance technicians and foster a collaborative team environment.
• Collaborate with MM to identify high-potential employees and develop plans.
• Act as on-site contact for maintenance issues and coordinate with RME and Operations.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Safety awareness

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering, Management, or related field

5+ years of relevant management experience

Tools

CMMS

Conveyor systems

Robotics

Job description

Job TitleAssistant Maintenance Manager Job Description Summary Job Description

Our Purpose: At C&W Services, we believe that Better Never Settles. We are committed to fostering a positive impact globally by empowering extraordinary people to deliver remarkable results. Join our team and make a difference.

Our Purpose:

C&W Services provides compelling benefits, including:

• A Safety-First Culture


• Dynamic, high-performing environments


• Training, Development, and Advancement Opportunities


• Weekly Pay


• Comprehensive Benefits starting on your first day

Role Overview:

As an Assistant Maintenance Manager (AMM), you will oversee maintenance operations at a single site, ensuring the reliability and performance of engineering assets. This role is critical to fostering a safety-first culture, achieving operational excellence, and supporting team development. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager (MM) or Regional Maintenance Manager (RMM), the AMM plays a key role in maintaining the site's efficiency and contributing to C&W Services' and our client’s shared goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Site-Specific AMM Safety Leadership Champion a safety-first culture by ensuring compliance with safety protocols, including completion of safety training and regular safety audits.


• Oversee safety metrics, such as Safety Leadership Index and Good Catch/Near Miss reporting, and ensure timely incident resolution.


• Proactively address safety concerns, collaborating with Regional Safety Specialists and site leaders to implement corrective actions and achieve safety milestones.


• Operational Excellence Lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.


• Monitor and achieve key performance indicators (KPIs), including PM/PdM completion rates, high-severity breakdown resolution, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).


• Ensure timely completion of work orders and effective tracking of Site Issue Management (SIM) tickets.


• Leadership and Team Development Supervise and support maintenance technicians, fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment.


• Conduct regular 1:1 meetings and team huddles to ensure alignment with site objectives and provide coaching on skill development.


• Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager (MM) to identify high-potential employees and create structured development plans.


• Collaboration and Client Support Act as the on-site point of contact for maintenance-related issues, ensuring alignment between RME and Operations teams.


• Participate in daily site meetings to communicate goals, share updates, and address operational challenges.


• Provide feedback to site leadership and recommend continuous improvements to enhance performance and satisfaction.


• Administrative Oversight Ensure 100% compliance with required training completion.


• Maintain accurate and timely data in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and ensure alignment with dashboard metrics.


• Support inventory health, warranty claims, and budget compliance to optimize site maintenance operations.

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience: 3+ years in a management role overseeing maintenance teams and multi-site operations, demonstrating strong leadership, safety commitment, and effective communication.


• Technical Knowledge: Proficient in preventive/predictive maintenance and repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment, performed to established standards.


• Work Availability: Must have the flexibility to work all shifts, including holidays and weekends, as required by operational needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering, Management, or related field (preferred) OR 5+ years of relevant management experience.


• Certification in maintenance management or reliability (e.g., CMRP, PMP).


• Expertise with conveyor systems and robotics used in logistics and fulfillment centers.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., crouch, kneel, bend, and reach as needed to install, move, or maintain equipment, including the use of aerial lifts or ladders.


• Ability to perform tasks wearing appropriate or required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to hard hat, face mask, face shield, and composite toe shoes.


• Ability to walk 6-12 miles daily, including climbing stairs or navigating multiple floors, to facilitate work across multiple sites.


• Ability to perform duties in fluctuating temperatures and varying warehouse environments and type on a computer for 1-2 hours per day.

Why C&W Services?

We’re a global organization with a people-first approach, offering: Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and more, starting from day one. Career Growth: Opportunities for training, development, and advancement. Inclusive Workplace: Recognized as a Best Place to Work by the Human Rights Foundation. Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, holidays, and flexible benefits for growing families. Global Presence: Over 400 offices in more than 60 countries, providing opportunities to make a difference globally.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and access to virtual healthcare for you and your family.


• Support for Growing Family Benefits: Enjoy paid parental leave and access to emergency backup care to support your family when it matters most.


• Paid Time Off: Take advantage of paid time off, sick time, and holidays to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.


• Retirement Savings: Build your future with our 401(k)-match program, featuring immediate vesting to help you save with confidence.


• Supplemental Medical Benefits: Enhance your protection with optional critical illness insurance, accidental insurance, and hospital indemnity insurance.


• Pre-Tax Benefits: Save on everyday expenses with commuter benefits, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).


• Home & Family Protection: Access auto & home insurance, legal benefits, identity theft protection, pet insurance to safeguard what matters most.

Compensation:

The compensation for the position is: $ 88,400.00 - $104,000.00. C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at C&W Services, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [e-mail]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

Corporate Information:

INCO: “C&W Services” About Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com.