Maintenance manager recycling

A leading metals recycling operation is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee equipment repair, preventive maintenance, and team leadership across multiple facilities. This role manages a traveling crew and is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable performance of heavy machinery and hydraulic systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a maintenance team serving multiple yard locations.
• Oversee inspections, diagnostics, and repairs of hydraulic systems, material handlers, mobile equipment, balers, shears, shredders, and related machinery.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate repair priorities and emergency response activities to keep operations running efficiently.
• Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and equipment logs.
• Enforce safety standards, compliance policies, and environmental guidelines.
• Manage parts inventory, vendors, and procurement needs.
• Mentor and train technicians, promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with leadership to align maintenance objectives with operational goals.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control for maintenance operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years metals recycling industry heavy equipment maintenance experience.
• Knowledgeable in hydraulics, mechanical systems, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Proven leadership experience managing maintenance teams, including mobile crews.
• Familiarity with OSHA and other applicable safety standards.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, and technical diagrams.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• CMMS experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel regularly.
• Certifications in hydraulics, welding, or heavy equipment repair preferred.

For more information, please contact:
Kate DiMatteo
Direct: (610)421-1231
Email: [email protected]
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Keywords: Metal Recycling, Scrap Yard, Travelling Maintenance Crew, Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Manager, Heavy Industrial Maintenance, Heavy Mobile Equipment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road