Preventative Maintenance Planner, Level III

Akima; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima is hiring a Preventive Maintenance Planner in Oak Ridge, TN, responsible for strategic planning and coordination of maintenance activities. You'll work closely with engineers and supervisors to ensure optimal maintenance strategies and compliance with safety regulations.

The candidate must have a high school diploma and 6–10 years of experience in maintenance, preferably with mechanical and electrical systems. Join a team committed to supporting national security by maintaining critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of experience in an industrial maintenance environment.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical or electrical systems preferred.
• Pre-employment drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed and standardized work packages for preventive maintenance.
• Write clear work instructions, outlining tasks and resources.
• Perform field walk-downs to scope jobs and identify hazards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

SAP

Job description

Job Summary

Akima Infrastructure Services, LLC (AIS), is actively seeking Engineering, Professional, Technical, and administrative support personnel as part of our staff augmentation team supporting the Department of Energy at the Y-12 National Security Complex located in Oak Ridge, Tennessee and the Pantex Plant located in Amarillo, Texas.

To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Successful candidates will be employees of AIS, a premier government contractor charged with employing highly motivated and well-qualified personnel who can advance Y-12's core mission to ensure a safe, secure, and reliable U.S. nuclear deterrent, which is essential to national security. Though employed by AIS, the employee will take day-to-day direction and assignments from Y-12 staff employed directly by the security complex. Pay, benefits, Human Resources, and Employment Management functions are provided by AIS.

Qualified applicants must be a US citizen, at least 18 years of age, and able to meet pre‑employment requirements including any required physicals, drug screening, and/or background investigation to satisfy clearance requirements from the Department of Energy.

Responsibilities

The Preventive Maintenance (PM) Planner is responsible for the strategic planning and coordination of all preventive and condition‑based maintenance activities within the facility. This role focuses on improving equipment reliability and ensuring the safe and efficient execution of maintenance work. The planner will develop comprehensive work packages, manage necessary permits, and maintain accurate records within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). This position requires close collaboration with the facility’s Reliability Engineer and Maintenance Supervisor to continuously optimize maintenance strategies.

Work Package Development and Management

• Develop detailed and standardized work packages for preventive maintenance.
• Write clear and concise work instructions, outlining the scope, sequence of tasks, and required resources for each job.
• Identify and list all necessary parts, tools, materials, and specialized equipment required for each work order to ensure the crew/technicians have everything they need before a job begins.
• Perform field walk‑downs to scope jobs, identify potential hazards, and ensure work packages accurately reflect field conditions.
• Identify all required safety permits for planned maintenance jobs, including but not limited to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Job Hazard Analysis.
• Incorporate clear safety protocols and hazard analyses into every work package to ensure compliance with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Ensure timely and accurate close‑out of all work packages in the CMMS upon job completion.
• Work in close partnership with the site Reliability Engineer to analyze equipment history and refine PM strategies for critical assets.
• Incorporate feedback from maintenance technicians and supervisors to continuously improve the quality, accuracy, and effectiveness of PM job plans.
• Possess exceptional organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to manage a large backlog and balance multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, supervisors, and technicians.
• In‑depth knowledge of industrial safety procedures, particularly Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 6–10 years of experience in an industrial maintenance environment, either as a technician, lead, or planner.
• Hands‑on experience with mechanical or electrical systems is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, maintenance practices, and equipment operation.
• Advanced proficiency in using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS); experience with SAP preferred.
• Pre‑employment drug screen: external applicants selected for this position must successfully complete a post‑offer, pre‑employment drug test.
• Medical examination: job‑related pre‑placement medical examinations may be required.

Job ID: 2026-23295

Work Type: On‑Site