Maintenance Manager (Heavy Equipment / Marine Construction) – Freeport, TX

Maintenance Manager (Heavy Equipment / Marine Construction) – Freeport, TX Maintenance Manager is a field-based leadership role responsible for overseeing all company equipment, maintenance operations, and parts inventory across active projects. This position manages mechanics, engineers, and support personnel while working closely with company leadership to optimize equipment performance, reliability, and cost efficiency. The ideal candidate brings strong hands‑on technical expertise with dredging and heavy construction equipment, a proactive approach to maintenance planning, and a demonstrated commitment to safety and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities Equipment & Maintenance Operations

Lead day-to-day maintenance operations for company equipment on active projects

Plan, schedule, and oversee preventive maintenance, repairs, and equipment servicing

Track equipment condition, maintenance intervals, and lifecycle needs

Ensure daily maintenance reports and logs are accurately completed and maintained

Supervise and manage maintenance personnel, including engineers, mechanics, and support staff

Assign work, prioritize tasks, and ensure crews are properly trained and qualified

Foster a productive, accountable, and safety-focused team environment

Safety & Compliance

Implement and enforce safety procedures for equipment, vessels, and work sites

Conduct routine safety inspections and address hazards immediately

Promote continuous safety training and incident prevention

Technical Expertise & Troubleshooting

Provide technical leadership and hands‑on troubleshooting for equipment issues

Apply knowledge of dredging equipment, land‑based heavy equipment, hydraulics, electrical systems, and engines

Support operational teams by optimizing equipment reliability and production performance

Parts & Inventory Management

Maintain accurate inventory of spare parts for all equipment

Ensure project‑critical parts are available on site

Coordinate ordering, tracking, and restocking of parts to minimize downtime

Reporting & Documentation

Prepare and submit maintenance reports and performance updates to company management Maintain accurate records for maintenance, repairs, inspections, and inventory

Monitor maintenance and repair costs

Identify cost overruns, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement

Implement strategies to optimize resource utilization and equipment uptime

Qualifications & Experience

Proven experience in maintenance management for heavy equipment and/or marine construction environments

Strong technical background in dredging equipment, hydraulics, electrical systems, and diesel engines

Demonstrated leadership experience managing maintenance crews in the field

Strong understanding of safety standards and best practices

Excellent organizational, documentation, and reporting skills

Effective communicator with the ability to work with both technical and non‑technical personnel

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Health, dental, and vision insurance optionsPaid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

Retirement plan options

Company vehicle and/or travel allowances (as applicable)

Opportunities for professional development and advancement

Core Competencies

Leadership and team development

Problem-solving and technical troubleshooting

Cost awareness and operational efficiency

Clear, concise communication

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Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Management and Engineering

Industry Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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