Maintenance Manager
Transco - A Marmon Rail Company · Oelwein, IA · 3 wk ago
Management$85k–$105k/yrFull-time
About the role
Build Your Career in Maintenance Leadership & Industrial Operations At Transco Rail Services, we don’t just repair railcars, we keep critical industries moving. As part of Marmon Rail (a Berkshire Hathaway company), we operate a growing network of facilities and field service teams across North America, supporting customers in transportation, energy, and manufacturing.
Responsibilities
- Lead maintenance operations with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and uptime
- Develop and execute preventative maintenance (PM) programs to minimize downtime
- Partner with operations to schedule maintenance activities and coordinate planned outages
- Manage and prioritize work orders through CMMS systems
- Conduct daily facility walks to identify equipment issues and improvement opportunities
- Analyze equipment performance data to improve reliability and reduce failures
- Maintain appropriate spare parts inventory for critical equipment
- Oversee and coordinate third-party contractors and service providers
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards
- Train, coach, and develop maintenance team members
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency and equipment performance
Requirements
- 5–7 years of maintenance leadership experience in industrial or manufacturing environments
- Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance programs and equipment reliability
- Experience managing maintenance teams and contractors
- Proficiency with CMMS systems and maintenance planning
- Strong mechanical aptitude (equipment, welding machines, facility systems)
- Ability to manage priorities, problem-solve, and drive execution
- Strong communication and leadership skills
Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Maintenance, Engineering, or related field preferred
- Experience in rail, heavy industrial, or manufacturing environments
- Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies
- Supervisory responsibility for maintaining maintenance technicians and contractors
Skills
- Leadership
- Operational Impact
- Ownership
- Growth Opportunity
- Hands-On Leadership
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!
Pay
$85,000 - $105,000
Schedule
Primarily First Shift, expected hours 6:00am – 4:30pm