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Corporate Maintenance ManagerThe Corporate Maintenance Manager is the steward of PowerGrid's equipment asset portfolio. This role manages the Grid Alliance mechanics team, oversees all equipment make-ready and field preparation, approves major repairs (>$2,500), makes repair vs. replace decisions based on total cost of ownership, develops equipment replacement strategy, and conducts equipment evaluations during M&A due diligence. This person balances capital protection with operational efficiency, ensures equipment is properly maintained and field-ready, and drives maintenance cost reduction across all business units.Safety is foundational. Equipment must be properly maintained to protect operations teams, maximize useful life, and operate reliably in the field.Key ResponsibilitiesGrid Alliance Mechanics & Equipment Make-Ready OperationsDirectly manage Grid Alliance mechanics team responsible for equipment make-ready and field preparationOversee all equipment receive, inspection, PM completion, upfitting, and field-ready certificationEnsure equipment meets company standards and is ready to deploy on day 1 arrival at business unitManage mechanics scheduling, workload, and equipment flow through make-ready processEstablish and enforce make-ready quality standards and timelinesConduct regular quality audits of completed equipmentEnsure equipment returned from field is properly inspected, repaired, and readied for next deploymentMajor Repair Approval & Asset DecisionsReview and approve/deny ALL equipment repairs exceeding $2,500Conduct repair vs. replace analysis using total cost of ownership (TCO)Make capital decisions: repair, refurbish, or dispose?Validate repair necessity: Was equipment properly maintained? Is repair justified?Escalate decisions >$10K to VP of FleetRoot Cause AnalysisInvestigate major failures (>$10K) to determine root causeAnswer: Was PM neglected? Why did we lose the engine?Identify maintenance failures that contributed to equipment failureDevelop corrective actions and share lessons across business unitsTotal Cost of Ownership & Equipment StrategyDevelop TCO analysis for repair/replace decisions and fleet-level strategyCalculate cost per operating hour by equipment type and ageDevelop strategic equipment replacement recommendationsIdentify equipment candidates for refurbishment, life extension, or disposalM&A Equipment Evaluation & Due DiligenceConduct equipment evaluations on acquired company fleets during M&A due diligence processAssess condition, maintenance history, and compliance status of acquired equipmentEstimate refurbishment/repair costs and remaining useful lifeProvide equipment valuation and TCO analysis for acquisition evaluationDevelop recommendations: retain, refurbish, or dispose of acquired assetsIdentify equipment integration requirements for acquired fleetsSupport VP of Fleet in acquisition financial analysis and deal decision-makingPreventive Maintenance ProgramDesign enterprise PM standards and schedules for all asset classesAudit business unit PM compliance; escalate deviationsHold business units accountable to maintenance disciplineWarranty & Cost RecoveryValidate warranty eligibility for major repairsCoordinate warranty claims with manufacturersMaximize warranty recovery; identify claim trendsFleetio System Ownership (Maintenance & Reporting)Own Fleetio system for equipment maintenance tracking and reportingManage PM schedules, work orders, and maintenance historyDevelop maintenance dashboards and reportingCreate monthly/quarterly maintenance cost reports, TCO analysis, and compliance scorecardsUse Fleetio data to support repair/replace decisions and equipment strategyTrain business units on Fleetio maintenance functionsVendor & Shop ManagementEstablish and manage relationships with authorized repair shops and vendorsNegotiate service rates, labor rates, and parts pricingDevelop SLAs with key vendors; audit invoice accuracy and repair qualityMonitor vendor performance and hold them accountableData Analysis & Cost ReductionAnalyze $26.1M annual maintenance budget; identify cost drivers and outliersSegment costs by asset type, business unit, age; identify high-cost equipmentPartner with business unit fleet managers to solve maintenance challengesTarget 5-15% annual maintenance cost reduction through efficiency and process improvementPrepare executive board packs on maintenance costs, equipment strategy, and cost reduction opportunitiesCompliance & DocumentationEnsure equipment meets DOT/OSHA maintenance complianceMaintain complete maintenance records and asset historyCore CompetenciesTeam leadership: managing mechanics team, workload planning, quality oversightCapital asset management: TCO analysis, repair vs. replace decisionsMaintenance operations: equipment make-ready, field preparation, quality standardsEquipment evaluation: assessing condition, estimating repair/refurbishment costsHeavy equipment expertise: construction, utility, industrial equipmentFinancial analysis: TCO modeling, cost analysis, business case developmentData analysis: extracting insights from maintenance dataVendor management: negotiating contracts, managing performanceSystems fluency: Fleetio and fleet management platformsExperience & Qualifications10+ years fleet or equipment maintenance management in enterprise environments5+ years managing maintenance teams or mechanics operationsIndustry experience in power, utilities, or heavy equipment is strongly preferredProven experience with repair vs. replace decisions and TCO analysisDemonstrated cost reduction track record while maintaining equipment reliabilityStrong experience with heavy equipment or utility fleet maintenance (required)Experience with equipment acquisition evaluations or M&A due diligence (preferred)Experience with maintenance management systems (Fleetio or similar)Proven root cause analysis and failure investigation skillsStrong Excel and data analysis skillsExperience managing vendor relationships and negotiating contractsBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, business, operations, or related fieldPreferred: ASE certification or fleet technician backgroundPowerGrid Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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