Maintenance Planner & Scheduler

CyrusOne; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

CyrusOne is seeking a Maintenance Planner & Scheduler in Chicago, Illinois to manage planning and scheduling of maintenance activities in a data center environment. The role requires a minimum of 3 years’ experience in planning and scheduling, preferably in industrial settings.

Applicants should possess strong CMMS experience and excellent organizational skills for multitasking in a fast-paced environment. The position will start in Aurora, IL and transition to Wood Dale, IL.

Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, competitive pay, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of maintenance planner/scheduler experience.
• 3–5+ years of industrial, data center, or related maintenance experience.
• Strong experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule all maintenance work orders.
• Manage and maintain the CMMS to track and close work orders.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with Operations and Engineering.
• Monitor and manage spare parts inventory.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Scheduling

CMMS

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

AutoCAD

Visio

Job description

We are seeking a Maintenance Planner & Scheduler to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating preventative, predictive, and reactive maintenance activities to ensure work is properly prepared and executed with minimal disruption to operations. They will work closely with Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering teams to drive efficiency, improve processes, and support a fast‑paced, mission‑critical data center environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule all maintenance work orders, ensuring proper preparation of labor, materials, and documentation.
• Manage and maintain the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to track, prioritize, and close work orders with accuracy.
• Coordinate with Operations, Engineering, and vendors to ensure maintenance activities are completed on time and with minimal impact.
• Lead asset audits and ensure accurate data integrity within the CMMS system.
• Monitor and manage spare parts inventory, including sourcing and procurement planning.
• Support capital projects and assist with planning site outages and maintenance shutdowns.
• Develop and improve maintenance processes, SOPs, and job plans.
• Conduct root cause analysis on maintenance issues and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of maintenance planner/scheduler experience.
• 3–5+ years of industrial, data center, or related maintenance experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Knowledge of work order control, scheduling, and maintenance planning processes.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and prioritization skills in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to travel occasionally (training or cross‑site support).
• Preferred: Prior experience in a data center or mission‑critical environment.
• Preferred: Experience with change management processes and maintenance workflows.
• Preferred: Hands‑on understanding of plant or facility equipment (pumps, piping, HVAC, electrical systems, etc.).
• Preferred: Experience developing SOPs, job plans, or maintenance procedures.
• Preferred: Familiarity with Visio or AutoCAD.

Work Environment

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday standard business hours, with flexibility based on site needs and occasional after‑hours support.

Work Location: Initially supporting Aurora, IL during construction; transitioning to Wood Dale, IL site long‑term.

Travel: Occasional travel for training (e.g., Northern Virginia).

Work Setting: Primarily office‑based with periodic time in the data center for audits, cycle counts, and operational support.

Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform site walkdowns as needed.

Fast‑paced environment requiring strong multitasking and prioritization skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life and disability insurance; access to mental health resources and employee assistance program.
• Competitive pay, performance bonus, 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.

Equal Opportunity

CyrusOne is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. CyrusOne provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state or local laws.