Night Maintenance Lead - Hands-On Plant Reliability

Resilient Structures; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Resilient Structures, a leading producer of advanced composite utility poles, is seeking a Maintenance Lead in a manufacturing environment. You will guide a maintenance team, perform hands-on repairs, and drive safety and reliability across critical systems in a fast-paced plant.

The role emphasizes mentoring technicians, coordinating daily priorities, and implementing continuous improvement while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. This is a full-time, on-site position in Houston, TX.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical or vocational training in industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, or related field preferred.
• 4+ years of industrial maintenance experience, including 2-4+ years leading or coordinating maintenance.
• Advanced expertise in troubleshooting and repair of mechanical and industrial equipment.
• Strong knowledge of pumps, drive systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, fabrication, and welding practices.
• Electrical troubleshooting with motors, circuits, and basic power diagnostics; welding as needed.
• Demonstrate strong technical competence while mentoring others, communicate effectively, and lead with integrity.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work assigned shifts, including overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily maintenance activities to support safe and efficient production operations.
• Serve as the primary technical resource for advanced troubleshooting and complex equipment repairs.
• Coordinate work assignments, prioritize maintenance requests, and support shift execution.
• Perform preventive maintenance and oversee repairs on critical mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Support equipment reliability improvements and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor, train, and support the development of maintenance technicians across all progression levels.
• Ensure maintenance work is completed to quality standards and in compliance with safety procedures.
• Assist with diagnosing recurring equipment issues and recommending corrective actions.
• Support work order execution and documentation in the maintenance management system.
• Communicate effectively with production, engineering, and leadership teams regarding equipment status and downtime.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure Lockout/Tagout and safe work practices are consistently followed.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Hydraulics

Pneumatic systems

Welding

Safety leadership

Mentoring others

Communication

Tools

None

Job description

Resilient Structures, a leading producer of advanced composite utility poles, is seeking a Maintenance Lead in a manufacturing environment. You will guide a maintenance team, perform hands-on repairs, and drive safety and reliability across critical systems in a fast-paced plant.

The role emphasizes mentoring technicians, coordinating daily priorities, and implementing continuous improvement while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. This is a full-time, on-site position in Houston, TX.