Heavy Equipment Maintenance Manager

Mandmrecycling; Locust Grove (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Leadership opportunities

Team-driven culture

Job summary

A scrap metal recycling company is looking for a Heavy Equipment Maintenance Manager to oversee and improve maintenance operations. You will design systems to prevent equipment breakdowns, manage budgets, and lead teams in a hands-on, fast-paced environment. Candidates should have significant heavy equipment experience and strong leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary, making a real impact on safety and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of heavy equipment maintenance experience.
• 5+ years in scrap metal, recycling, or industrial environments.
• Strong leadership and vendor management skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead a preventive maintenance program for heavy equipment.
• Implement a parts inventory and usage tracking system.
• Manage maintenance budgets and provide detailed cost reporting.
• Lead internal maintenance teams and coordinate with external vendors.
• Support safety compliance across all maintenance operations.

Skills

Leadership

Hydraulics knowledge

Mechanical system fluency

Electrical system fluency

Vendor management

Job description

Location: Locust Grove, GA

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. | Saturday, 8:00 a.m12:00 p.m.

Compensation: Salary based on experience

Lead the Charge in Keeping Operations Moving

Imagine walking into a yard where machines hum because you planned it that way.

You're not just fixing equipment. You're leading the entire maintenance game plan for a growing scrap metal recycling operation.

If you're the kind of leader who likes structure, thrives on organization, and gets fired up when systems run right, you might be exactly who we're looking for as our next Heavy Equipment Maintenance Manager.

At M&M Recycling, we believe that what happens behind the scenes makes everything in front of it possible. That's where you come in.

Why You'll Love Working at M&M Recycling

• Family-owned, no red tape: Your ideas matter and your decisions count.
• Real leadership: This isn't about reacting to breakdowns. It's about designing systems that prevent them.
• Build something from scratch: You'll create a parts inventory system that supports every location.
• Big toys, big challenges: We operate everything from shredder systems and cranes to trucks and choppers.
• Growth on the table: You'll work directly with operations and finance leadership to make cost-saving decisions that matter.

Life as a Heavy Equipment Maintenance Manager at M&M Recycling

It's fast, it's gritty, and it's real work with real impact. You'll be on-site at our Locust Grove facility, with the occasional road trip to nearby locations. From the yard to the office, everyone's got a part to play, and yours is critical to keeping us running smoothly and safely.

We value people who take initiative, lead by example, and bring consistency to high-stakes operations. If this sounds like you, keep reading!

Please Don't Apply If

This probably isn't the role for you if:

• You prefer working at a desk all day.
• You're not comfortable getting your boots dirty.
• You don't have experience managing heavy equipment or maintenance teams.
• You avoid planning or struggle with accountability.
• You're looking for someone else to set the rules.

You'll Fit Right In If

• You've led equipment maintenance programs and know how to build structure from the ground up.
• You've worked in scrap, construction, or industrial settings and understand how high-stakes equipment runs.
• You're fluent in hydraulics, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• You enjoy leading people and holding vendors to high standards.
• You want to make a real impact on cost control, safety, and downtime reduction.

Your Main Responsibilities as our Heavy Equipment Maintenance Manager

• Design and lead a preventive maintenance program for heavy equipment and trucks.
• Implement and manage a company-wide parts inventory and usage tracking system.
• Work closely with finance to manage maintenance budgets and provide detailed cost reporting.
• Lead internal maintenance teams and coordinate with external vendors.
• Support safety compliance across all maintenance operations.

What You Need to Bring to the Table

• 7-10 years of heavy equipment maintenance experience.
• 5+ years in scrap metal, recycling, or industrial environments.
• Prior hands-on mechanical experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and vendor management skills.
• Experience managing inventory and cost-control systems.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to nearby company sites.

The Rewards of Working With M&M Recycling

• Competitive Salary: $60,000 - $75,000 per year, based on your experience and leadership.
• Real Authority: You'll own your systems and lead your team.
• Work That Matters: Your work keeps our operations safe, reliable, and efficient.
• Team-Driven Culture: We're growing and we grow together.

Ready to build a system that keeps everything moving? Apply today and lead maintenance your way.