Infrastructure & Maintenance Leader — Lean, Safety & Projects

BENTELER Group; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Dental

Educational Assistance

Flexible Work Schedules

Health Savings Accounts

Holidays

Life & Disability

Medical

Training

Vacation

Vision

Wealth Management Support

Job summary

BENTELER Group in Shreveport, LA, is seeking a professional Maintenance/Engineering leader to optimize plant processes, maintain infrastructure, and lead safety initiatives. The role requires 5+ years in utility and infrastructure maintenance and a relevant engineering degree.

Responsibilities include supervising shift mechanics and contractors, coordinating outages, and driving Lean improvements while ensuring compliance with SAP CMMS and safety programs. Strong teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in utility supply and infrastructure maintenance; steel mill experience is a plus.
• Experience managing contractors for plant improvements and shutdown activities.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Optimize processes and maintenance equipment performance.
• Implement quality control to ensure high workmanship.
• Monitor equipment performance and develop countermeasures to reduce downtime.
• Lead projects to improve efficiency and reduce maintenance costs.
• Ensure compliance with SAP CMMS and safety programs (LOTO, Fall Prevention).
• Supervise shift mechanics and contractor trades.
• Coordinate outages and manage external contractors.
• Support training and performance reviews.
• Participate in 5S and Lean manufacturing initiatives.

Skills

5+ years of utility maintenance

Water treatment systems knowledge

Team-oriented with strong safety focus

Planning and organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

SAP

General computer knowledge

Job description

BENTELER Group in Shreveport, LA, is seeking a professional Maintenance/Engineering leader to optimize plant processes, maintain infrastructure, and lead safety initiatives. The role requires 5+ years in utility and infrastructure maintenance and a relevant engineering degree.

Responsibilities include supervising shift mechanics and contractors, coordinating outages, and driving Lean improvements while ensuring compliance with SAP CMMS and safety programs. Strong teamwork is essential.