Maintenance and Facilities Manager

Precision Castparts Corp.; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Wyman-Gordon in Worcester, MA, part of Precision Castparts Corp., seeks a Maintenance and Facilities Manager to oversee facilities operations, preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and capital projects. The role directs a team to maximize equipment uptime and maintain environmental and regulatory standards.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree or technical certification, strong budgeting and vendor-management skills, and the ability to work after hours for emergencies and major

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or technical certification and/or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to conduct routine inspections throughout buildings and facility grounds.
• Ability to work outside normal hours for emergencies or special projects.
• Experience managing maintenance budgets and contractor work.
• Strong leadership and staff supervision abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation, maintenance, and upkeep of buildings, grounds, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Develop, implement, and maintain preventive maintenance plans for all systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and building code standards.
• Prepare and monitor maintenance budgets; control costs and expenditures.
• Coordinate external vendors, quotes, and contract performance.
• Supervise maintenance technicians and facilities staff; provide training.
• Plan capital projects, schedules, scopes of work, and progress tracking.
• Maintain asset inventories and lifecycle management.

Skills

Facilities management

Budgeting

Vendor management

Safety compliance

Supervision

Project coordination

Preventive maintenance

Education

Bachelor’s degree / technical certification

Job description

Wyman-Gordon, located in Worcester, MA, provides Isothermal Forgings for military and commercial turbine applications using nickel based and titanium alloys. Full Heat Treating, Machining and Testing on site. This growing, $200 million profit center is part of a highly successful, multi-billion $ (NYSE) diversified manufacturer. Precision Castparts Corporation (PCP).

POSITION TITLE:

Maintenance and Facilities Manager

PURPOSE:

This position involves a wide variety of job conditions and off-hour responsibility for plant facilities, which are unique to the Maintenance function. The Maintenance Manager directs the Maintenance departments to prepare and fulfill repair, construction, and preventive maintenance schedules which maximize the availability of production equipment and facilities throughout the plant and office areas. Strategic planning, shutdown preparation and facilities upkeep are key roles to ensure continued success.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Facilities Operations and Management

• Oversee the daily operation, maintenance, and upkeep of buildings, grounds, equipment, and facility infrastructure
• Ensure facilities remain safe, clean, functional, and operational
• Coordinate facility services, space utilization, and operational needs to support business activities

2. Preventative and Corrective Maintenance

• Develop, implement, and maintain preventative maintenance schedules for building systems, equipment, and infrastructure
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and coordinate repairs of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, lighting, and other building systems
• Prioritize maintenance requests, respond to emergencies, and minimize equipment downtime and operational disruptions
• Maintain maintenance logs, work orders, inspection records, and equipment service histories

3. Health Safety, and Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure facility operations comply with applicable building codes, fire and life safety requirements, environmental regulations, and occupational health and safety standards
• Conduct routine facility inspections, identify hazards, and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate fire alarm testing, emergency equipment inspections, evacuation procedures, and emergency preparedness activities
• Maintain required permits, certifications, inspection reports, and compliance documentatio

4. Budgeting and Cost Control

• Develop and manage facilities and maintenance operating budgets
• Monitor expenses, control maintenance costs, and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency
• Evaluate repair-versus-replacement options and recommend capital improvements
• Track expenditures for labor, materials, equipment, utilities, and contracted services

5. Vendor and Contractor Management

• Select, coordinate, and oversee external maintenance vendors
• Obtain and evaluate quotes, monitor service quality, and ensure work is completed on schedule and within budget
• Verify contractor compliance with facility policies, safety requirements, and applicable regulations
• Manage service agreements, warranties, and contractor performance

6. Staff Supervision and Development

• Supervise, schedule, and assign work to maintenance technicians, custodial personnel, and other facilities staff, as applicable
• Establish work priorities, performance expectations, and service standards
• Provide training on maintenance procedures, equipment operation, workplace safety, and emergency response
• Monitor employee performance, productivity, attendance, and adherence to policies

7. Building Systems and Asset Management

• Maintain oversight of building infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, security, and access control systems, as applicable
• Maintain an inventory of facility assets, tools, equipment, and spare parts
• Assess equipment condition and develop plans for repairs, upgrades, replacement, and long-term asset lifecycle management
• Coordinate inspections, testing, commissioning, and servicing of facility systems

8. Capital Projects and Facility Improvements

• Plan and coordinate facility renovations, equipment installations, repairs, and infrastructure improvement projects
• Establish project schedules, budgets, scopes of work, and performance requirements
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, architects, and internal stakeholders
• Monitor project progress, safety, quality, and completion

9. Emergency Response and Business Continuity

• Coordinate responses to facility emergencies, including equipment failures, utility outages, flooding, fire-related incidents, and other building disruptions
• Develop and maintain emergency maintenance procedures and contingency plans
• Arrange emergency repairs and communicate facility-related risks and service interruptions to management
• Support business continuity and restoration of normal operations following an incident

10. Work Order and Performance Management

• Implement and maintain a work order or computerized maintenance management system, where applicable
• Track maintenance requests, response times, completion rates, recurring issues, and preventative maintenance compliance
• Prepare reports on facility conditions, maintenance activities, expenditures, and operational performance
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, energy efficiency, and increased equipment reliability

11. Energy, Sustainability, and Resource Management

• Monitor utility consumption and identify opportunities to reduce energy, water, and operating costs
• Implement energy conservation, waste reduction, and sustainability initiatives where appropriate
• Promote efficient use of facility resources while maintaining occupant comfort and operational requirements

12. Internal Customer Service and Communication

• Respond to facility-related requests and concerns from employees, visitors, and management
• Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize disruptions to facility occupants and business operations
• Communicate maintenance priorities, project updates, service interruptions, and facility risks to relevant stakeholders

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or technical certification and/or equivalent work experience
• Ability to conduct routine inspections throughout buildings and facility grounds
• Ability to access mechanical rooms, equipment areas, rooftops, and other authorized maintenance spaces when required
• Ability to work around mechanical equipment, construction activities, noise, and varying environmental conditions
• Ability to respond to facility emergencies outside normal business hours, if required
• Ability to use computers, work order systems, and facility management software
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, or move maintenance materials and equipment

US Citizenship or Perm Residency is required due to government military contracts.

Wyman Gordon is committed to hiring, promoting and transferring employees without regard to race, religion, color, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin (where a person was born), sex, age, ancestry (ethnic heritage), citizenship, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other reason prohibited by law. Decisions as to hiring, promoting or transferring employees should be based solely upon job-related qualifications.

As an equal opportunity employer, Wyman Gordon is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans’ Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 508‑839‑8004 for assistance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $130,000 to $155,000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 3X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter . Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.

National Security and Export Controls:

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

About PCC

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.