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Director of Maintenance

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Overview

Our client is a well-established and highly respected services provider in the Central Valley, supporting the energy and industrial sectors with a strong reputation for operational excellence, safety, and reliability. They foster a collaborative work environment where employees are empowered to make an impact, and they offer long-term stability, competitive compensation, and opportunities for career growth. Role

— They are currently seeking an experienced

Director of Maintenance

to lead their maintenance, engineering, and automation functions. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for ensuring reliability, efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement across operations. The Director will play a key role in capital projects, automation strategy, and cross-functional collaboration with senior leadership. What Our Partner Brings to the Table

Established Industry Presence:

A reputable company with a long track record of supporting energy and industrial operations. Leadership Opportunity:

A high-visibility role leading maintenance, engineering, and automation functions. Innovative Environment:

Drive continuous improvement and automation initiatives across facilities. Long-Term Stability:

Full-time, permanent role with competitive pay, benefits, and growth potential. Key Responsibilities

Direct and oversee maintenance, engineering, and automation teams, including supervisors, planners, technicians, and contractors. Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize uptime and efficiency. Lead automation initiatives including PLCs, robotics, SCADA, IoT integration, and advanced analytics. Manage troubleshooting, repair, and system upgrades across mechanical, electrical, and automated systems. Oversee spare parts inventory, vendor management, and contractor performance. Ensure compliance with all safety, regulatory, and quality standards (OSHA, GMP, HACCP, etc.). Lead capital projects and equipment installations; manage budgets and ROI tracking. Collaborate with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and IT to ensure alignment with operational goals. Provide technical expertise and strategic guidance to senior leadership on long-term maintenance and automation strategies. Ideal Candidate Background

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or Industrial Engineering (Master’s). 10+ years of progressive maintenance and engineering experience, with at least 5 years in leadership. Strong expertise in mechanical, electrical, and controls systems (PLCs, robotics, SCADA, industrial automation). Proven track record with preventive/predictive maintenance programs and capital project execution. Knowledge of food, beverage, or industrial processing equipment a plus. Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Strong business acumen with budget management experience. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Benefits & Perks

Vacation Pay & Sick Pay 401(k) with Company Matching Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Options Life Insurance Options Company Vehicle for Business Use

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