Maintenance Manager

Key ResponsibilitiesPlant Reliability & Operational Performance

• Analyze crushing plant and mobile equipment performance trends to optimize throughput and reduce unplanned downtime.

• Ensure emergency repairs to crushers, screens, conveyors, loaders, haul trucks, and wash plants are completed safely and in a timely manner.

• Review root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment failures (bearings, motors, gearboxes, hydraulics, structural components) and implement sustainable corrective actions.

• Support production targets by aligning maintenance priorities with daily and seasonal demand.

• Assist in developing the maintenance budget and ultimately manage to said budget.

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Develop and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs for:

• Jaw, cone, and impact crushers

• Vibrating screens and feeders

• Conveyor systems and stackers

• Wash plants and pumps

• Mobile heavy equipment (loaders, excavators, haul trucks)

• Maintain and optimize CMMS/asset management systems (SAP, Oracle, Limble, or equivalent).

• Track equipment lifecycle data to support rebuild and replacement strategies.

Spare Parts & Inventory Management

• Identify and sustain critical spare parts inventory for high-wear and long-lead items.

• Manage cycle counts and internal audits to ensure inventory accuracy.

• Coordinate with suppliers to minimize downtime caused by parts shortages.

• Monitor wear parts consumption (liners, belts, idlers, screens, bearings, hydraulic components) and adjust stocking levels accordingly.

Budget & Capital Planning

• Develop and manage the annual maintenance operating budget.

• Monitor maintenance spend including labor, parts, contractor services, and rebuilds.

• Assist in capital planning for plant expansions, crusher upgrades, major rebuilds, and fleet replacements.

• Provide cost analysis and ROI justification for capital improvement projects.

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Source and manage outside contractors for major rebuilds, electrical work, structural repairs, and specialized services.

• Negotiate service agreements and parts contracts to ensure cost efficiency and quality workmanship.

• Coordinate OEM support for major equipment (crushers, screens, heavy mobile equipment).

Leadership & Safety

• Lead, train, and develop maintenance supervisors, technicians, welders, and electricians.

• Plan daily and weekly maintenance activities aligned with production schedules.

• Promote a strong safety culture in compliance with MSHA regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or related field (preferred).

• 5–10 years of maintenance leadership experience in aggregate mining, quarry, or heavy industrial operations.

• Strong working knowledge of crushing and screening systems.

• Experience with CMMS platforms (SAP, Oracle, Limble, etc.).

• Knowledge of MSHA regulations and mining safety standards.

• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting expertise.

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Employee discount

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Professional development assistance

• Retirement plan

• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person