Maintenance Manager

LHH; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with 4% match

Job summary

LHH seeks an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance, reliability, and performance of a fleet of heavy mobile equipment supporting steel mill scrap operations. This hands-on leadership role focuses on maximizing uptime, mentoring a skilled team, and ensuring safe, efficient work execution.

The role emphasizes preventive/predictive maintenance, problem-solving across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, and coordinating with operations to align maintenance with

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience with heavy mobile equipment.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience, preferably in a union environment.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and heavy equipment repair.
• Experience using CMMS systems is required.
• Ability to read manuals, schematics, and diagnostic information.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance operations for a heavy mobile equipment fleet.
• Develop and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and operational issues.
• Coordinate repairs, rebuilds, and vendor services to minimize downtime.
• Maintain maintenance records, service histories, and equipment documentation.
• Supervise and mentor a union maintenance team and prioritize safety.
• Schedule daily/weekly activities and respond to emergencies promptly.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and enforce lockout/tagout and PPE requirements.
• Manage parts inventory, purchasing, and vendor relationships.
• Track downtime, PM compliance, and maintenance costs.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Supervisory experience

Diesel & hydraulic systems

Safety compliance

CMMS knowledge

Education

Associate's degree or technical certification

Tools

CMMS

Job description

LHH is seeking an experienced, safety-focused Maintenance Manager to oversee the maintenance, reliability, and performance of a fleet of heavy mobile equipment supporting steel mill scrap operations. This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for maximizing equipment uptime, leading a skilled maintenance team, and ensuring all work is completed safely and efficiently. The anticipated salary for the role is between $100,000-$110,000 a year.

Responsibilities

• Lead all maintenance operations for a heavy mobile equipment fleet.
• Develop, implement, and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and operational equipment issues.
• Coordinate repairs, rebuilds, and outside vendor service to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, service histories, and equipment documentation.
• Supervise, mentor, and support a team of maintenance technicians and mechanics in a union environment.
• Schedule daily and weekly maintenance activities while prioritizing critical repairs.
• Foster employee development through ongoing training, coaching, and safety education.
• Partner with operations leadership to align maintenance priorities with production goals.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and emergency repair situations.
• Evaluate equipment performance and recommend repairs, upgrades, or replacements.
• Manage parts inventory, purchasing, and vendor relationships.
• Monitor maintenance performance metrics, including downtime, preventive maintenance compliance, and maintenance costs.
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, PPE requirements, and all company safety policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance shop and work environment.

Qualifications

• Technical or trade certification or Associate's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience working with heavy mobile equipment.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience, preferably in a union environment.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and heavy equipment repair.
• Experience in steel mills, scrap recycling, construction, quarry, or other industrial operations is preferred.
• Ability to interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and diagnostic information.
• Excellent troubleshooting, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) is required.
• Reliable attendance with flexibility to respond to after‑hours or emergency maintenance needs.
• Medical, dental, vision, and company‑paid life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% company match, fully vested from your first contribution.
• PTO, including 4 weeks of vacation plus paid holidays.
• A collaborative, safety‑first work environment where teamwork and continuous improvement are valued.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within maintenance leadership and management.
• Paid Sick Leave where applicable by state law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers