Maintenance Manager

The Judge Group; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead a team of mechanics responsible for heavy mobile equipment at our Decatur, AL site.

You will design maintenance strategies, monitor performance, and manage budgets while ensuring safety and reliability. Strong leadership, CMMS experience, and a track record in heavy industry are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Must have strong leadership and managerial skills to guide a diverse maintenance team.
• Requires proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities in a fast-paced industrial setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for coordinating with operations and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of mechanics for site equipment maintenance.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with operations to schedule repairs and ensure reliability.
• Monitor equipment performance and drive improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations across maintenance activities.
• Manage maintenance budgets including forecasting and cost control.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Safety compliance

Team motivation

Education

Technical degree in Diesel/Electrical/Hydraulic

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Must Have experience with Heavy Mobile Equipment

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of mechanics to ensure the effective and efficient maintenance of all site equipment and machinery.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies, policies, and procedures to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
• Collaborate with operations to schedule necessary maintenance repairs, ensuring safe and reliable equipment that meets and exceeds customer needs.
• Monitor equipment performance and reliability, identifying improvement opportunities and implementing corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards in all maintenance activities.
• Manage the maintenance operational and CAPEX budgets, including forecasting and cost control measures.
• Implement and maintain a preventive maintenance program to extend equipment life and reduce repair costs.
• Oversee the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensuring it meets operational requirements and safety standards.
• Mentor and develop maintenance staff through training and performance management initiatives.

Requirements:

• Technical degree in Diesel, Electrical, Hydraulic, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in mobile equipment maintenance management within a heavy industrial environment, preferably in steel manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills with the ability to motivate and develop a diverse team.
• Solid understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Experience with maintenance planning software and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in an industrial setting.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment screenings.