Maintenance Planner

BWX Technologies; Jonesborough (TN); Presencial; USD 47.000 - 74.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay and benefits

Flexible work schedules

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive, collaborative culture

Descripción de la vacante

BWX Technologies, Inc. in Jonesborough, TN, is seeking a Maintenance Planner to coordinate, schedule, and optimize maintenance across facility operations. The role ensures safety, reliability, and alignment with site priorities and production timelines.

You will work with maintenance teams, operations leadership, procurement, and external vendors to keep equipment reliable, manage parts and costs, and support continuous improvement efforts while complying with safety and environmental standards.

Formación

• Minimum 2 years in maintenance planning, facilities management, or related technical role.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize.
• Proficiency with CMMS software and standard office applications.
• U.S. citizen and able to obtain DOE clearance.

Responsabilidades

• Develops and manages preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance plans.
• Coordinates maintenance schedules with production timelines and site availability.
• Identifies, sources, and evaluates vendors for maintenance or repair services.
• Creates detailed work orders with scope, materials, tools, labor and duration.
• Ensures timely delivery of parts by communicating with suppliers and tracking orders.
• Maintains equipment history, vendor performance, and maintenance costs.
• Monitors inventory levels for critical spare parts and coordinates replenishment.
• Supports continuous improvement to enhance facility reliability and scheduling processes.

Conocimientos

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Blueprints & schematics reading

Problem solving

Educación

Associate’s degree or two-year technical education

Herramientas

CMMS software

Office applications

Descripción del empleo

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At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com . Follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook and Instagram .

Welcome to BWXT

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview:

The Maintenance Planner is responsible for coordinating, scheduling, and optimizing maintenance activities across all facility operations. This role ensures maintenance tasks are efficiently planned, vendors are properly sourced, and all work aligns with site priorities, safety standards, and operational schedules. The Maintenance Planner works closely with maintenance teams, operations leadership, procurement, and external vendors to maintain high equipment reliability and overall facility performance.

Location:

On-site in Jonesborough, TN

Your Day to Day as a Maintenance Planner:

• Develops and manages preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance plans for facilities and equipment.
• Coordinates maintenance schedules to align with production timelines, operational constraints, and site availability.
• Identifies, sources, and evaluates vendors for specialized maintenance or repair services as needed.
• Creates detailed work orders, including scope, materials, tools, labor requirements, and estimated duration.
• Ensures timely delivery of parts, equipment, and materials by communicating with suppliers and tracking orders.
• Collaborates with maintenance technicians, supervisors, and other departments to prioritize work based on safety, urgency, and operational impact.
• Maintains accurate records of equipment history, completed work, vendor performance, and maintenance costs.
• Monitors inventory levels for critical spare parts and coordinate replenishment when necessary.
• Reviews completed tasks to verify work quality, adherence to plans, and opportunities for optimization.
• Supports continuous improvement efforts to enhance facility reliability, maintenance efficiency, and scheduling processes.
• Ensures all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations, company policies, and environmental standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent two (2) technical education, equivalent experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in maintenance planning, facilities management, or a related technical role.
• Strong understanding of industrial or facility maintenance practices, equipment, and terminology.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents such as blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with internal teams and external vendors.
• Proficiency with CMMS software and standard office applications.
• Problem solving skills with an emphasis on process improvement and proactive planning.
• Maintenance planning experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or large commercial facility.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

Technical certifications (e.g., maintenance planning, reliability, CMMS systems).

• Knowledge of procurement or contract management.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

Pay: $47,000- $74,000

The base salary range for this position in Tennessee (US-TN) at the start of employment is expected to be between $47,000 and $74,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.

As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a pre-employment check and drug screening. In addition, the position may require the ability to obtain and maintain applicable federal eligibility requirements for access to classified/sensitive information or matter which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation, drug test, previous employment, and reference verifications.

BWXT is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran or other protected status.

Nearest Major Market:

Asheville

Nearest Secondary Market:

Knoxville

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