Maintenance Director

Tehachapi Cement LLC is seeking a qualified Maintenance Manager to oversee the implementation of mechanical and electrical maintenance systems, manage modification and improvement projects, and provide leadership to the maintenance function.

• Develop and implement mechanical and electrical maintenance systems to ensure efficient and cost-effective operation.
• Manage the allocation of maintenance resources and develop and control the plant's maintenance budget.
• Provide oversight and leadership to the maintenance function and control systems personnel.
• Develop a long-term vision for the Maintenance Department that aligns with the plant's direction and goals.
• Develop and implement the overall maintenance plan to maximize productivity and minimize downtime.
• Review and approve bid documents and technical specifications to ensure compliance with plant guidelines.
• Coordinate plant projects and shutdowns with large capital projects to ensure timely and quality completion.
• Provide continuous development and improvement of plant personnel through training, mentoring, and guiding problem-solving.
• Assess and obtain technical expertise to assist production, process, and maintenance departments in optimizing equipment and processes.
• Responsible for reliability efforts and coordinate activities to meet plant and company reliability objectives.
• Administer the Collective Bargaining Agreement and Company policies and procedures.
• Provide ongoing maintenance support to the plant for all shifts by managing the on-call program.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required, electrical or mechanical engineering with strong electrical experience preferred.
• Prior experience managing staff in an electrical or mechanical maintenance function.
• Minimum of 5 years of plant electrical and mechanical maintenance experience, cement plant experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of preventive/predictive/corrective maintenance principles, techniques, and technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and motivate others.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, problem-solving, and creativity, strategic thinking, and decision-making.
• Ability to integrate the needs of multiple parties into an overall goal.
• Strong communication skills to ensure coordination of work and completion of tasks.
• Experience working with large rotating heavy industry machinery and equipment.
• Knowledge/Understanding of Microsoft Office products including MS Excel, Word, Access, and Project.
• SAP and CAD software.
• Experience in conducting studies including IRR and NPV.
• Understanding of contractual matters (negotiation and legal aspects).
• Good investment market pricing knowledge and cost awareness.

Tehachapi Cement LLC offers competitive wages, medical/dental/vision, life insurance, 401K, PTO, and Paid Holidays, along with a positive work environment.

The company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.