MAINTENANCE MANAGER - MIRA WASTE TO ENERGY PLANT

Direct Staffing Inc; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent services provider seeks a Maintenance Manager for the MIRA Waste to Energy Plant in Hartford, CT. The ideal candidate will oversee plant maintenance, ensuring operational efficiency while managing safety compliance. This role demands strong leadership and mechanical skills, with a background in power generation or continuous manufacturing.

Benefits

Relocation assistance available

Bonus eligible

Qualifications

• 5+ years of power plant or similar experience required.
• Supervisory experience essential.
• Experience in power generation or continuous manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repair of plant facilities and equipment.
• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Control systems knowledge

Mechanical skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

MAINTENANCE MANAGER - MIRA WASTE TO ENERGY PLANT

• Full-time
• Maintenance
• Location: Hartford, CT
• Experience: 5-7 years
• Relocation assistance available
• Bonus eligible

We are a leading independent services provider for the power generation and related infrastructure markets, with over 30 years of experience. Our services include facility operations & maintenance, construction, turbine repair, technical support, and staffing. We are committed to delivering exceptional performance and results.

The Materials Innovation and Recycling Authority (MIRA) PBF/EGF is an 80 MW RDF facility in Hartford, Connecticut, featuring three Combustion Engineering boilers and two GE steam turbines. The facility processes Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) at the adjacent WPF, also operated by us.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Maintenance Manager oversees maintenance and repair of plant facilities and equipment, manages the plant's Maintenance Program, and ensures safe and efficient operation in collaboration with plant staff.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

Supervise maintenance personnel and activities

Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs, track equipment failures, and analyze trends

Develop task lists and schedules for maintenance and contractors during normal, planned, and forced outages

Maintain and update the Maintenance Manual and vendor manuals

Manage the maintenance budget within the fiscal plan

Oversee major maintenance and capital projects

Ensure compliance with safety regulations and manage the Plant Safety Program

Motivate maintenance staff and handle employee grievances

Assist in hiring and screening maintenance personnel

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

This role requires working on feet for extended periods, climbing stairs and ladders, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Protective gear is mandatory, and work may involve hazardous materials. Extended hours, varied shifts, and on-call duties are expected. Participation in the Fitness for Duty Program and adherence to smoking restrictions are required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent, with 5+ years of power plant or similar experience. Experience in power generation or continuous manufacturing is highly desirable. Strong electrical, control, and rotating equipment knowledge, along with supervisory experience, are essential. Leadership skills and the ability to motivate are required.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Possesses strong leadership, mechanical skills, and professionalism, with the ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, including plant ownership. Experience with US power plants and companies such as NRG, Wood Group, USPowerGen, AES Corporation, Duke Energy, or American Electric Power is preferred.

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Direct Staffing Inc