Maintenance Planner

Hydritechemicalco; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 10% Retirement Contribution

$600 per Year Wellness Incentive

Front-loaded Starting Paid Time Off

401k and profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Hydritechemicalco in Austin, Texas is seeking a Maintenance Planner/Scheduler to coordinate maintenance activities. You'll be responsible for ensuring reliable operation of equipment while optimizing schedules and balancing workloads with team collaboration.

The position requires 5+ years of experience in maintenance or a related field, and knowledge of CMMS systems is preferred. The role also comes with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in maintenance or related field.
• Familiarity with maintenance planning processes.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule preventive and corrective maintenance work.
• Review and manage incoming maintenance requests.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules and monitor completion.

Skills

Maintenance scheduling

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional technical or trade training

Tools

CMMS systems (Maximo preferred)

Reporting tools

Job description

Maintenance Planner / Scheduler

The Maintenance Scheduler/Planner is responsible for planning, prioritizing, and coordinating preventative and corrective maintenance activities to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable equipment operation. This role partners closely with maintenance, production, and external vendors to balance workloads, optimize scheduling, and drive completion of maintenance work orders. The position also supports continuous improvement of maintenance processes and systems while maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Plan, prioritize, and schedule preventive and corrective maintenance work to align with production needs and available resources [
• Review and manage incoming maintenance requests, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and proper work order creation
• Coordinate daily and weekly maintenance schedules, adjusting plans based on changing priorities and operational needs
• Monitor work order and preventative maintenance completion, addressing gaps, delays, and follow-up actions as needed
• Partner with maintenance and production teams to schedule repairs, minimize downtime, and optimize equipment reliability
• Maintain and continuously improve the preventative maintenance program, ensuring documentation is current and accurate within CMMS systems
• Utilize maintenance systems and reporting tools (e.g., CMMS/Maximo, dashboards) to track performance, identify trends, and support data-driven decisions
• Collaborate with supervisors and leadership to develop short- and long-term maintenance plans, including plant shutdowns, projects, and regulatory work
• Support coordination of contractors and vendors, including scheduling work and ensuring compliance with site requirements
• Develop and refine maintenance job plans using equipment data, manufacturer recommendations, and team feedback
• Facilitate communication across maintenance and production teams, including providing updates on priorities, schedules, and progress
• Participate in routine meetings (daily, weekly, monthly) to review maintenance performance and align on priorities
• Maintain organized records of equipment, maintenance activities, and documentation to support audits and operational needs
• Support safety initiatives, regulatory compliance activities, and continuous improvement efforts across the site

Reporting Structure

• This position reports to the Maintenance Manager.

Preferred Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical or trade training preferred
• 5+ years of experience in maintenance, manufacturing, or a related technical field
• Experience coordinating maintenance schedules, projects, or work orders in a manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with CMMS systems (Maximo preferred) and maintenance planning processes
• Strong computer and data analysis skills, including experience using reporting tools
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and equipment documentation
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across departments

Benefits

• Up to 10% Retirement Contribution
• $600 per Year Wellness Incentive
• Front-loaded Starting Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date
• 401k and profit sharing
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance
• Legal services insurance
• Scholarship awards for children of employees
• Summer picnic, community giving events
• Free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach