Maintenance Lead - Utilities

Requisition ID: 40026

About the role

As the Maintenance Lead – Utilities you will join the Utilities Operations team supporting the Shenandoah Brewery in Elkton, VA. You will serve as the maintenance systems owner for the Utilities Department, with 24‑hour accountability for maintenance planning, scheduling, and system reliability. Reporting to the Unit Manager – Utilities, you will work closely with the Utilities Line Lead, hourly maintenance colleagues, third‑party service providers, and cross‑functional partners to ensure safe, compliant, and reliable operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 5–10 employees, providing coaching, day‑to‑day direction, and performance conversations.
• Own the maintenance planning and scheduling system (SAP) to ensure effective planning, scheduling, and execution of maintenance activities.
• Lead breakdown‑elimination efforts by performing root‑cause analysis and driving corrective actions to eliminate recurring failures and reliability losses.
• Develop and manage the parts inventory and third‑party services budget, including researching, procuring, and ordering parts required for planned maintenance activities.
• Support loss‑elimination and performance routines such as Daily Direction Setting, 90‑day plans, and the annual maintenance plan.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Plant Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience in utility or maintenance operations, with at least 1–3 years in large‑facility utilities operations and regulatory compliance.
• Experience owning and working within a maintenance planning system; SAP preferred.
• Skilled in root‑cause analysis and applying reliability and continuous‑improvement principles such as Reliability Centered Maintenance and Lean Manufacturing.

Skills

• Strong accountability for results and safety standards.
• Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Demonstrated leadership that values diverse perspectives and fosters inclusive teamwork.
• Alignment with Molson Coors core values in daily work.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with a 10% target short‑term incentive.
• Participation in the Total Rewards Program, including parental leave.
• Health, dental, vision coverage and a retirement plan with an above‑market employer match.
• Generous paid time off (holidays, vacation, sick days) and an engaging Wellness Program.
• Employee Assistance Program with extensive resources.
• Access to brand clothing, swag, top events, and free beer and beverages.
• Engagement with Business Resource Groups offering volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking.
• Career growth and development through First Choice Learning opportunities.
• Work in a fast‑paced, innovative environment with diverse, passionate colleagues.
• Company culture focused on people, communities, and the planet.

Pay

Salary range: $83,200 – $109,200 per year (posting salary range) plus a 10% target short‑term incentive and an average of $23,000 spent on benefits per employee, including health, dental, vision, retirement match, wellness incentives, and EAP.