O&M Site Lead (Contingency)

KBR Careers; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR in Chandler, AZ is seeking an O&M Site Lead to coordinate daily site operations and maintenance activities, ensuring safe, reliable performance of facility assets. This contingent role will on award oversee on-site teams and align with regulatory and customer requirements.

You will lead technicians and contractors, optimize maintenance execution, monitor equipment, and promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across the site.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in engineering technology, industrial maintenance, or related field.
• At least 3 years in operations, maintenance, facilities, or industrial environments.
• Experience leading maintenance and operations with a team.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and procedures.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily operations and maintenance activities for safe site performance.
• Direct and support maintenance technicians, operators, and contractors on scheduled work.
• Monitor equipment performance and reliability; identify efficiency improvements.
• Execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, regulatory and company policies.
• Coordinate work schedules, outages, and activities to minimize downtime.
• Investigate failures and incidents; assist with root cause analysis.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders.
• Support inventory management and procurement of parts and materials.
• Participate in continuous improvement, capital projects, and upgrades.

Skills

Operations leadership

Team coordination

Maintenance operations

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in relevant field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Program Summary KBR’s Exploration & Logistics (E&L) business unit delivers mission-critical solutions supporting global defense, federal civilian, logistics, engineering, and space exploration missions. E&L provides integrated capabilities across logistics and sustainment, mission operations, engineering services, readiness and modernization programs, scientific research support, and exploration initiatives in some of the world’s most complex and challenging environments.

Title O&M Site Lead (Contingency)

Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

Program Summary KBR’s Exploration & Logistics (E&L) business unit delivers mission-critical solutions supporting global defense, federal civilian, logistics, engineering, and space exploration missions. E&L provides integrated capabilities across logistics and sustainment, mission operations, engineering services, readiness and modernization programs, scientific research support, and exploration initiatives in some of the world’s most complex and challenging environments. The business unit supports customers across the Department of Defense, federal civilian agencies, and commercial partners, delivering innovative solutions that enhance mission readiness, operational effectiveness, and long-term mission success.

Job Summary The Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Site Lead is responsible for coordinating daily site operations and maintenance activities to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of facility assets and equipment. This role serves as the primary on-site leader, providing technical guidance to operations and maintenance personnel while supporting operational goals, regulatory compliance, and customer requirements. The O&M Site Lead works closely with site leadership, contractors, and stakeholders to optimize equipment availability, maintenance execution, and overall site performance. The position plays a key role in promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

This position is contingent upon award of the contract.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily operations and maintenance activities to ensure safe and efficient site performance.
• Direct and support maintenance technicians, operators, and contractors in the execution of scheduled and corrective work.
• Monitor equipment performance and system reliability, identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency and asset availability.
• Execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs in accordance with site requirements and established procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, regulatory, and company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate work schedules, maintenance outages, and operational activities to minimize downtime and service interruptions.
• Investigate equipment failures, operational issues, and safety incidents, assisting with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, equipment histories, work orders, and operational reports within applicable systems.
• Support inventory management, procurement of parts and materials, and contractor oversight activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, capital projects, equipment upgrades, and process optimization efforts.

Basic Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Engineering Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in operations, maintenance, facilities, utilities, manufacturing, energy, or other industrial environments.
• Experience leading or coordinating maintenance and operational activities in a team-oriented setting.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Familiarity with safety regulations, maintenance practices, and operational procedures.
• Strong communication, organizational, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience in power generation, renewable energy, water/wastewater, manufacturing, data center, or other critical infrastructure environments.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and asset management software.
• Certification in a maintenance, reliability, safety, or technical discipline (CMRP, OSHA, NCCER, or equivalent).
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and drive operational and maintenance performance improvements.

KBR Benefits KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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