Maintenance Manager

Aerotek; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Newington, CT is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee facility and equipment maintenance, drive uptime, and lead a team of technicians through training and performance management. This role focuses on preventive and predictive maintenance, root-cause analysis, and capital projects in a fast-moving plant environment.

You will leverage CMMS to schedule and document activities, manage budgets and spares, ensure OSHA compliance, and coordinate with operations to reduce downtime and

Qualifications

• Experience leading maintenance operations and teams.
• Proven expertise in preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Experience with CMMS and budgeting/safety compliance.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facility and equipment maintenance to maximize uptime.
• Develop and coach maintenance technicians through training and performance management.
• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce failures.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Use CMMS to schedule, track, and document activities.
• Manage maintenance budgets, spare parts, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and safety standards.
• Lead installations, capital projects, and facility improvements.
• Collaborate with operations to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement continuous improvement.
• Coordinate outside contractors for specialized maintenance work.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Preventive maintenance

Lean / continuous improvement

Root cause analysis

PLC & automation

CMMS management

Budgeting & cost control

Vendor management

OSHA / safety compliance

Team leadership

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Manager

Job Description

As a Maintenance Manager, you will oversee all facility and equipment maintenance operations to maximize uptime and productivity. You will manage and develop maintenance technicians through training, coaching, and performance management. Implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce equipment failures is a key aspect of this role. You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and utilize CMMS software to schedule, track, and document maintenance activities. Additionally, you will control maintenance budgets, manage spare parts inventory, and maintain vendor relationships. Ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety standards is crucial. You will lead equipment installations, facility improvements, and capital projects, partner with operations and production teams to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime, conduct root cause analysis, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Coordination with outside contractors and service providers for specialized maintenance work is also part of your responsibilities, along with maintaining accurate maintenance records, reports, and regulatory documentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all facility and equipment maintenance operations to maximize uptime and productivity.

• Manage and develop maintenance technicians through training, coaching, and performance management.

• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce equipment failures.

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

• Utilize CMMS software to schedule, track, and document maintenance activities.

• Control maintenance budgets, spare parts inventory, and vendor relationships.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety standards.

• Lead equipment installations, facility improvements, and capital projects.

• Partner with operations and production teams to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.

• Conduct root cause analysis and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

• Coordinate outside contractors and service providers for specialized maintenance work.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and regulatory documentation.

Essential Skills

• Electrical troubleshooting and maintenance

• Mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems knowledge

• Preventive and predictive maintenance expertise

• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement skills

• Root cause analysis and troubleshooting & diagnostics

• PLC and automation systems understanding

• Electrical systems knowledge (480V, 3-Phase)

• CMMS management skills

• Budgeting and cost control capabilities

• Vendor and contractor management

• OSHA and safety compliance

• Team leadership and employee development

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Project management experience

• Process improvement skills

• Inventory and spare parts management

• Equipment installation and commissioning

• Welding and fabrication knowledge

• Blueprint and schematic reading

• KPI tracking and reporting

• Downtime reduction strategies

• Preventive maintenance scheduling

• Facility maintenance management

• Manufacturing operations support

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Why Work Here?

Join a team at a new facility where you can make a significant impact through direct placement. Our work environment promotes growth and efficiency with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.

Work Environment

The work environment is automated, clean, and fast-moving, providing an excellent opportunity for those who thrive in a dynamic setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Newington, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Health, dental, vision, 401k

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newington,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.