Regional Area Maintenance Manager

Amazon Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 92,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits starting Day 1

401(k) matching

Parental leave (up to 20 weeks)

Safety shoes provided

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Regional Area Maintenance Manager in Chicago, IL to lead dynamic maintenance teams, develop maintenance strategies, and drive safety and operational excellence across the region.

You will balance hands-on problem solving with strategic planning, coordinate with operations, manage preventative maintenance programs, and lead teams of service technicians and automation engineers to deliver high-quality service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Reliability Engineering, or 2+ years of Amazon RME (BB/3P) Full Time experience.
• Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
• 4+ years of industrial maintenance experience
• 2+ years of direct leadership/supervisory experience
• 2+ years of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) experience
• 2+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of service technicians and automation engineers, fostering professional growth and performance
• Ensure rigorous adherence to safety protocols and procedures during maintenance activities across your region
• Design and implement comprehensive preventative maintenance programs across your region that enhance operational efficiency, as well as manage and coordinate external contractors while maintaining high‑quality service standards
• Monitor Material Handling Equipment (MHE) metrics and partner with applicable teams to address system performance issues and provide analysis across all operations
• Travel domestically up to 80% to provide escalation support and guidance within your region

Skills

Leadership

Safety adherence

Maintenance management

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Eng / Mechanical Eng / Eng Tech / Reliability Eng

2+ years Amazon RME FT experience

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Operations is at the heart of Amazon’s business. We are known for our speed, accuracy, and exceptional service. Our buildings deliver tens of thousands of products to hundreds of countries worldwide, every day. The Reliability & Maintenance Engineering (RME) team are the business partners that work tirelessly behind the scenes to make it happen. We drive continuous improvement and maintain all the robotics and material handling equipment (MHE) to ensure our customers are met with the Amazon smile. Come join us on our journey!

About the Role:

As a Regional Area Maintenance Manager, you will transform workplace environments in your region by leading dynamic maintenance teams that ensure safety, efficiency, and operational excellence. In this critical role, you'll develop maintenance strategies, solve complex challenges, and create a supportive work culture that empowers technicians to perform at their best. You will blend strategic planning, hands‑on problem‑solving, and team leadership. You will navigate between managing preventative maintenance programs, coordinating with operations teams, and responding to emergencies that require quick, decisive action while also balancing proactive planning with real‑time problem resolution.

What Do We Offer?

Amazon offers competitive compensation packages including comprehensive healthcare benefits starting on Day 1, matching 401(k) program, and up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave. But wait, there’s more: We provide lightweight fire‑resistant daily wear and composite toe safety shoes for your safety!

Key job responsibilities

Key job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• You will provide leadership and mentorship to a team of service technicians and automation engineers, fostering professional growth and performance


• You will ensure rigorous adherence to safety protocols and procedures during maintenance activities across your region


• You will design and implement comprehensive preventative maintenance programs across your region that enhance operational efficiency, as well as manage and coordinate external contractors while maintaining high‑quality service standards


• You will monitor Material Handling Equipment (MHE) metrics and partner with applicable teams to address system performance issues and provide analysis across all operations


• You will travel domestically up to 80% to provide escalation support and guidance within your region

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Reliability Engineering, or 2+ years of Amazon RME (BB/3P) Full Time experience




• Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays




• 4+ years of industrial maintenance experience




• 2+ years of direct leadership/supervisory experience




• 2+ years of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) experience




• 2+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree, or Six Sigma Black Belt certification




• Experience working with Material Handling Equipment (MHE) integrators




• Experience maintaining material handling equipment and integrated systems




• Experience in project management




• Experience with statistical analysis

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits .

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