MAINTENANCE MANAGER (Selma, CA)

Fresno Valves & Castings, Inc.; Selma (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employer-provided Life Insurance

401(k) & Profit Sharing

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Fresno Valves & Castings, Inc. in Selma, CA is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead a team of technicians, oversee preventive maintenance, and minimize downtime across the foundry, machine shop, and fabrication operations.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and a proven ability to drive reliability improvements in a demanding manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, industrial maintenance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a maintenance management role in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with CMMS and preventive maintenance programs.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage a maintenance team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance operations across foundry, machine shop, and fabrication shops.
• Lead and develop maintenance technicians; provide training and evaluations.
• Plan, prioritize, and assign maintenance tasks to minimize downtime.
• Develop and oversee preventive maintenance programs and metrics.
• Manage budgeting, procurement, and supplier relationships for parts and tools.
• Identify opportunities for reliability improvements and lead cross-functional improvements.

Skills

Team leadership

Maintenance planning

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering/industrial maintenance

Tools

CMMS

Job description

MAINTENANCE MANAGER

Location: 7736 E. Springfield Ave., Selma, CA 93662
Hours: Monday - Friday
Position: Salary Exempt
Salary: $100,000 to $130,000 (Depending on Experience)
Payroll: Bi-Weekly

Opened Until Filled

Job Summary

This role involves overseeing all maintenance operations, including the management of maintenance technicians, coordinating preventive maintenance programs, and ensuring minimal downtime across our foundry, machine shop, and fabrication shops.

The Maintenance Manager, will play a key role in ensuring that our machinery and equipment are running efficiently, safely, and in compliance with industry standards. This is a leadership role that requires a hands‑on approach to problem‑solving, an understanding of various equipment, and strong organizational skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Supervision and Leadership

• Manage and lead a team of maintenance technicians.
• Provide training, mentoring, and performance evaluations for the maintenance team.
• Ensure proper staffing levels and schedule maintenance personnel to optimize production and reduce downtime.

Preventive Maintenance Program

• Oversee the development and execution of the preventative maintenance program for the facility’s equipment, ensuring that it is kept up to date and aligns with production needs.
• Monitor and audit the effectiveness of preventive maintenance procedures, making adjustments as necessary to improve performance and equipment longevity.
• Implement and maintain equipment performance metrics to track and report maintenance effectiveness.

Maintenance Operations

• Plan, prioritize, and assign maintenance tasks, ensuring prompt response to breakdowns and critical repairs.
• Manage all aspects of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance for the facility’s foundry, machine shop, and fabrication operations.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and procedures in the performance of maintenance tasks.
• Coordinate with production management to schedule equipment repairs and downtime to minimize operational disruption.

Budgeting and Procurement

• Prepare and manage the maintenance budget, including labor costs, parts, and supplies.
• Oversee the procurement of parts, tools, and equipment, working with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective purchasing.
• Evaluate new maintenance technologies, tools, and processes to improve operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for improvements in equipment reliability, production efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Lead or participate in cross‑functional teams to implement process improvements, new technologies, and equipment upgrades.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, industrial maintenance, or related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a maintenance management role in a manufacturing environment, with a focus on foundry, machine shops, or fabrication operations.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance procedures and techniques related to mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team of maintenance professionals.
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and preventive maintenance programs.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to make quick decisions under pressure.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and procedures, particularly in industrial environments.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to stand for extended periods and perform lifting, twisting, and bending:

• Standing: Frequent to continuous
• Sitting: Occasional to frequent
• Walking: Frequent to continuous
• Bending/Stooping/Squatting/Kneeling: Frequent to continuous
• Gripping/manipulation: Frequent to continuous
• Lifting and Carrying: Up to 50 lbs. on an occasional basis from floor to waist up to 25 feet

Working Conditions

This position is based in a manufacturing environment that includes heavy equipment, machinery, and potential exposure to heat, dust, and noise.

The role may require working outside of regular hours in response to emergencies or critical equipment repairs.

Personal Protective Equipment and Safety

The employee must wear approved Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, respirator, hearing protection, and steel‑toed shoes at all times. Always demonstrate and perform safety practices.

Employees must always demonstrate and perform safe work practices.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Employer‑provided Life Insurance
• 401(k) & Profit Sharing
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays

Successful candidates must meet all conditions of Fresno Valves & Castings’ Drug and Alcohol Testing requirements as a condition of employment. Drug and alcohol screening will be administered post‑offer and pre‑employment.

All applicants must complete a company application at the time of the interview.

Fresno Valves & Castings, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Fresno Valves & Castings, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.