Maintenance Technician

Schwarze Industries LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick leave

10 holidays per year

Disability programs

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Schwarze Industries LLC in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Maintenance Manager on 1st shift to plan, coordinate, and execute maintenance across multiple facilities. The role focuses on keeping fabrication equipment and facilities safe, compliant, and productive.

The ideal candidate will lead a maintenance team, manage budgets, and collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Safety teams to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum five years’ experience in related field.
• Must be physically capable of lifting 51 lbs., 8–10 hour shifts; continuous standing.
• Able to wear PPE including steel-toe shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.
• Good mechanical aptitude and ability to read and interpret operation and parts manuals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for fabrication equipment.
• Lead maintenance team to ensure timely response to breakdowns.
• Coordinate repairs across fabrication shops, offices, restrooms, and common areas.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities and inspections.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Safety to reduce downtime.
• Manage vendor relationships and external contractors.
• Ensure OSHA and regulatory compliance for equipment safety.
• Monitor budgets and procurement of parts and tools.
• Inspect equipment and facilities to identify issues early.
• Support capital projects and facility upgrades as needed.
• Provide daily status updates and track progress to ETA.
• May assist other departments as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Machine knowledge

Electrical repairs

Plumbing

Welding

HVAC

Pneumatics

Problem solving

Communication skills

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Physical stamina

Reading manuals

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join our growing team of Maintenance Technicians for our 1st shift who also strive to be the best in their field! The future is bright with exciting opportunities here at Schwarze Industries, located in Huntsville, AL.

Schwarze Industries (a member of Alamo Group Inc.) is currently accepting applications to fill Maintenance position on 1st shift at its Huntsville, AL facility.

Why work at Schwarze?

At Schwarze, we strive to employ the most talented people in the industry. People who believe in getting the job done and those who take pride in what they do. We are dedicated to using a Total Performance Teamwork concept to produce, maintain, and market the finest, most durable, quality power sweeping equipment in the world. We offer one of the most comprehensive sweeper lines in the industry, including models for parking area cleaning, industrial sweeping, mall and shopping center sweeping, airport runway sweeping, street sweeping, milling cleanup and storm water runoff (PM-10) management. Schwarze offers competitive pay and a wide range of employee benefits including:

• NO SWING SHIFTS!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with a Company Match
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Learning and Development Programs through the Alamo Group Learning & Development Academy!
• Employee Tuition Reimbursement and Dependent Scholarship Programs
• And much more!

To learn more about Schwarze and this position, please visit our website at www.schwarze.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube!

Position Summary

Under minimal supervision, the Maintenance Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing maintenance operations across multiple facilities on the Schwarzes Industries campus. This includes overseeing the upkeep and repair of fabrication equipment, assembly lines, and facility infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, safety, and compliance with company standards.

Essential Functions Of The Job

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for fabrication equipment including laser cutters, press brakes, forklifts, and other production machinery.
• Lead and manage the maintenance team to ensure a timely response to equipment breakdowns and facility repair needs.
• Coordinate and supervise repairs and maintenance of all campus facilities, including fabrication shops, assembly lines, offices, restrooms, and common areas.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment service logs, and facility inspections.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Safety teams to minimize downtime and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage vendor relationships and oversee external contractors for specialized maintenance and repair services.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards related to equipment safety and facility maintenance.
• Monitor and manage maintenance budgets, including procurement of parts, tools, and supplies.
• Conduct regular inspections of equipment and facilities to identify and address potential issues proactively.
• Support capital improvement projects and facility upgrades as needed.
• Provide daily/bi-daily status updates on equipment and verification that all task prerequisites have been met and task are on track to eta's provided.
• May assist other departments as needed.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSA’s)

Good mechanical aptitude.

Good mechanical ability/aptitude. Basic math skills and computer data entry skills.

General knowledge and familiarity with all machines and machine shop equipment including shop tools, forklifts, cranes, welding machines, hoist, and air compressor.

Knowledge of electrical equipment and repairs, plumbing, welding, basic HVAC, and pneumatics.

Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Able to read and interpret operation and parts manuals.

Ability to operate forklift, man lift and overhead crane.

Able to climb stairs/ladders up to 25 feet. Able to work indoors/outdoors.

Able to work overtime and/or weekends as scheduled.

Able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including steel toe shoes, hearing protection devices and safety glasses.

Education And Experience

High school diploma or GED certificate preferred.

Minimum Five (5) Years’ Experience In Related Field.

Working Conditions: Must be physically capable of lifting 51 lbs., on a regular basis for 8-10 hour shift(s.) Continuous standing.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled