Senior Maintenance Leader — Site Operations & Uptime

Amazon; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Parental leave

Safety footwear

Job summary

Amazon in Baton Rouge is seeking a Senior Maintenance Manager to lead site-based maintenance, develop next‑gen leaders, and drive operational excellence across a team of 80+. You will blend strategic planning with hands‑on leadership of preventive programs, safety, and cost control, coordinating with operations and vendors for maximum uptime.

The role emphasizes strategic budgeting, ROI‑driven decisions, and a culture of safety and continuous improvement within a large, global fulfillment

Qualifications

• 10+ years managing large facilities operations and teams.
• 7+ years in senior leadership roles with budget ownership.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related reliability field.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to Maintenance Managers and site teams.
• Develop preventive maintenance programs and manage budgets.
• Drive safety, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee vendor relationships and external contractors.
• Travel domestically up to 15% for network initiatives.

Skills

Facilities management

Leadership

Budgeting

Safety compliance

Vendor management

ROI analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Engineering degree (Electrical/Mechanical)

Job description

Amazon in Baton Rouge is seeking a Senior Maintenance Manager to lead site-based maintenance, develop next‑gen leaders, and drive operational excellence across a team of 80+. You will blend strategic planning with hands‑on leadership of preventive programs, safety, and cost control, coordinating with operations and vendors for maximum uptime.

The role emphasizes strategic budgeting, ROI‑driven decisions, and a culture of safety and continuous improvement within a large, global fulfillment