Assistant Maintenance Manager

Job Title Assistant Maintenance Manager Job Description Summary Job Description Make Your Mark with Cushman & Wakefield Services!   Ready to take your career to new heights and make a significant impact? Join Cushman & Wakefield Services, where we’re leading the charge in innovation and excellence. We're looking for a dedicated Assistant Maintenance Manager to oversee multiple local sites, including Budd Lake, NJ and Caldwell, NJ ensuring the smooth operation of one of the world’s largest distribution centers. If you’re passionate about transforming facilities and driving operational success, this is your opportunity!

Overview: As an Assistant Maintenance Manager, you'll be the linchpin in managing maintenance operations across these key locations. Your role will involve juggling multiple priorities, adapting to evolving needs, and maintaining open lines of communication with team members, clients, supervisors, and external partners. Your efforts will be crucial in enhancing daily operations and delivering top-tier maintenance services across our diverse sites. Career Growth: This is just the beginning of an exciting journey! Exceptional performance in this role can lead to career advancements to positions such as Maintenance Manager, Senior Maintenance Manager, Regional Maintenance Manager, Reliability Program Manager, Building Wellness Manager, and more. As a Regional Assistant Maintenance Manager, you’ll bridge the gap between upper management and our clients, with endless opportunities for professional growth! A Typical Day Includes: Site Visits: Manage and oversee multiple locations, including Budd Lake, NJ and Caldwell, NJ, ensuring each site meets high standards of maintenance and operational efficiency. Morning Briefing: Start your day with a team meeting to discuss priorities, review safety updates, and address any outstanding issues from previous shifts. Work Orders Management: Evaluate, prioritize, and delegate work orders for preventive and corrective maintenance, ensuring tasks are assigned based on technician skills and availability. Facility Walkthroughs: Conduct regular inspections to identify and address maintenance issues, equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, and cleanliness standards. Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to safety protocols and regulations, overseeing safety training, audits, and inspections to promote a culture of safety. Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze maintenance data and performance metrics to drive improvements, generating reports and communicating findings to management and stakeholders.

Leadership: Provide guidance and support to maintenance technicians, conduct performance evaluations, and lead training and development initiatives. What We’re Looking For: Leadership Experience: Minimum of 3 years in a leadership role, managing KPIs and holding team members accountable for achieving goals. Proven ability to lead and motivate maintenance teams is essential. Safety Commitment: Deep understanding of safety protocols and regulations, with experience in safety training and audits highly desirable. Educational Requirements: A 4-year degree with 3 years of leadership experience or a minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in lieu of a degree. Relevant degrees or certifications in mechanical or electrical engineering, facilities management, or related fields are beneficial. Communication Skills: Excellent ability to liaise with internal teams, external vendors, and facility stakeholders. Clear communication of maintenance strategies and prompt resolution of issues are key.

Development: Strong skills in recruiting, training, and developing high-performing maintenance teams. Ability to foster a positive work environment and enhance team engagement. Multi-Site Experience is a Must! Compensation & Schedule: Schedule: onsite daily at 1 of the 3 sites Monday to Friday and engage with both 1st and 2nd shift employees. Why Choose Us? At Cushman & Wakefield