Industrial Maintenance Lead: Drive Equipment Reliability

Thompson Pipe Group; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid holidays

Training & development

Employee discounts

Career opportunity

Job summary

Thompson Pipe Group is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead a team responsible for keeping industrial plant equipment, DOT fleet, and heavy machinery in top condition. You will schedule, direct, and mentor Mechanics/Technicians across multiple trades, and guide preventive maintenance programs.

You will train staff, conduct reviews, and ensure safety compliance while coordinating work orders and purchasing needed tools and parts.

Qualifications

• Leadership and people management experience in maintenance teams.
• Experience creating preventive maintenance plans and schedules.
• Skilled in diesel and heavy equipment maintenance, welding and fabrication.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting abilities.
• Familiarity with safety standards and DOT fleet compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage team in the maintenance and repair of industrial plant equipment, DOT fleet compliance, heavy equipment, welding, and industrial electric.
• Schedule, direct, and manage a crew of Maintenance Mechanics/Technicians involved in maintenance specialties.
• Provide training, work direction and guidance while performing work in one or more of the skilled trades.
• Schedule and track work through MaintainX or similar digital platform.
• Conduct performance reviews, coach team members, and apply disciplinary action as required.
• Prioritize, schedule, assign and coordinate the work of staff to accomplish a wide variety of duties related to maintenance and repair.
• Maintain safety practices and compliance with Federal, State and local codes.
• Purchase tools, equipment and materials; operate light trucks to pick up and deliver equipment and supplies.

Skills

Leadership

Preventive maintenance

Diesel engines

Heavy equipment maintenance

Electrical diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Equipment maintenance

Welding and fabrication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Thompson Pipe Group is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead a team responsible for keeping industrial plant equipment, DOT fleet, and heavy machinery in top condition. You will schedule, direct, and mentor Mechanics/Technicians across multiple trades, and guide preventive maintenance programs.

You will train staff, conduct reviews, and ensure safety compliance while coordinating work orders and purchasing needed tools and parts.