Manager, Engineering & Maintenance

Socket.dev; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold seeks a Warehouse Maintenance Manager to oversee daily maintenance in a refrigerated facility, ensuring the reliability of machines, tools, and systems. You will lead maintenance staff, set work schedules, and drive safety and efficiency in a high-demand environment.

You will develop preventive programs, manage budgets, and coordinate long-term facility improvements while maintaining OSHA compliance and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of warehouse maintenance management experience.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Completion of all eight RETA courses.
• HAZMAT certification.
• Successful completion of the Americold Certified Maintenance Manager program within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily maintenance activities in a refrigerated warehouse, ensuring safe operation of machines, tools, and equipment.
• Plan and coordinate maintenance associates’ work; prioritize schedules for productivity.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs and budgets; ensure compliance with safety regulations and codes.
• Collaborate on capital expense planning and long-term facility improvements.
• Maintain safe and clean work environment by enforcing safety policies and procedures.
• Support management in budget development and facility improvements.

Skills

People management

Safety orientation

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

All eight RETA courses completed

HAZMAT certification

Americold Certified Maintenance Manager program

Tools

SAP

ISO standards

Job description

What You'll Do

You will oversee daily maintenance operations within a refrigerated warehouse, ensuring all machines, tools, equipment, and utility systems are installed, maintained, and repaired to support safe and effective facility functionality. You will plan and coordinate activities of maintenance associates, prioritize work schedules, and ensure compliance with safety regulations and municipal codes. You will resolve maintenance issues, develop preventive maintenance programs, and collaborate on budget planning and long-term facility improvements.

Essential Functions

• Manage and coordinate daily maintenance activities including installation, repair, and upkeep of machines, tools, equipment, and utility systems for the refrigerated warehouse.
• Plan and assign work schedules for maintenance associates, ensuring operational productivity and completion of maintenance requirements.
• Develop, implement, and modify preventive maintenance programs by reviewing reports, inspecting equipment, and ensuring conformance with operational standards.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and all municipal and state codes related to mechanical, electrical, and safety requirements.
• Resolve maintenance problems and assess future repair needs, coordinating necessary repairs to maintain equipment functionality.
• Collaborate with management to prepare annual maintenance budgets, develop capital expense plans, and support long-term facility and equipment improvements.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment for employees and visitors by enforcing safety policies and procedures.
• Other essential duties may be applicable and assigned as necessary.

What Experience and Education You Need

• Minimum 5 years of warehouse maintenance management experience required.
• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Completion of all eight RETA courses required.
• HAZMAT certification required.
• Successful completion of the Americold Certified Maintenance Manager program within 6 months of employment required.

What Could Set You Apart

• Ability to manage and mentor employees for professional development.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interpret human resources regulations and safety rules.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Knowledge of SAP preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO standards.
• Forklift certification.

Physical Requirements

• Able to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of minus 45 (-45) degrees Fahrenheit (-43 degrees Celsius) and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold, and precipitation).
• Able to work at heights in excess of 30 ft. (9 meters) and access elevated platforms, catwalks, and roofs.
• Able to work in confined areas.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs.
• Able frequently to stand, walk, push, pull, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, and/or crouch.
• Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (23 kg) frequently.
• Able to operate hand and power tools safely.
• Able to meet specific vision abilities required by this job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception. (Use of contacts are prohibited when working with ammonia.)
• Depending on specific role, able to pass a physical and respiratory/respirator fit exam.
• Able to frequently step up/on or step down/off to mount and dismount material handling equipment.
• Able to perform fine articulation movements with fingers/hands and/or feet to operate equipment.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment required for any/all tasks.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state and local laws. EOE/AA M/F/D/V.

Join the Cold Chain That Feeds the World.

For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world – and we’re looking for people who share that purpose. We value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people’s growth and well‑being. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a company that puts people first, Americold is the place for you.