Safety-Driven Maintenance Manager for Heavy Equipment

SMS Mill Services, LLC.; Burns Harbor (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Day 1 benefits enrollment

401(k) with 4% matching

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Growth opportunities

Job summary

SMS Mill Services, LLC is seeking a highly skilled Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance and reliability of heavy mobile equipment used in steel mill scrap operations at Burns Harbor. You will oversee maintenance teams, implement preventive maintenance, reduce downtime, and ensure safe, efficient production support.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of maintenance experience with heavy equipment, strong supervisory skills, and a proven track record in industrial environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience with heavy mobile equipment.
• 2+ years of supervisory or leadership experience in a union shop preferred.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, diesel engines, electrical systems, and heavy equipment repair.
• Experience in steel mill, scrap recycling, construction, quarry, or similar industrial environment preferred.
• Ability to read manuals, schematics, and diagnostic data.
• Proficiency with maintenance software or CMMS systems is a must.
• Reliable attendance and flexibility for off-shift or emergency calls.
• Technical or trade certification or associate’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance activities for heavy mobile equipment fleet.
• Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and operational issues.
• Minimize downtime through timely repairs and prioritizing work.
• Supervise unionized maintenance technicians and mechanics.
• Coordinate major repairs, rebuilds, and vendor service work.
• Maintain maintenance records and equipment history.
• Promote safety and ensure OSHA compliance in maintenance processes.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Hydraulics

Diagnostics

Leadership

Safety compliance

Education

Technical or trade certification or associate’s degree

Tools

CMMS

Job description

SMS Mill Services, LLC is seeking a highly skilled Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance and reliability of heavy mobile equipment used in steel mill scrap operations at Burns Harbor. You will oversee maintenance teams, implement preventive maintenance, reduce downtime, and ensure safe, efficient production support.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of maintenance experience with heavy equipment, strong supervisory skills, and a proven track record in industrial environments.