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Job Title: Maintenance Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a results-driven Maintenance Manager to lead our facilities and equipment reliability efforts at a high-volume fulfillment center. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with a strong technical background and a passion for operational excellence.

Responsibilities

+ Lead a team of technicians in maintaining and troubleshooting material handling equipment, including conveyors and sorters.

+ Develop and execute preventive maintenance programs.

+ Manage vendor relationships and oversee capital projects.

+ Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and safety standards.

+ Drive continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

+ Coordinate and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

+ Oversee budget planning and cost control.

+ Implement safety programs and audits.

+ Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.

Essential Skills

+ Experience in maintenance management and preventative maintenance planning.

+ Strong skills in conveyor maintenance, automation, and control systems.

+ Proficiency in data analysis, project management, and CMMS.

+ Skilled in coaching and developing technicians.

+ Ability to manage contractors and vendors.

+ Comfortable handling conflict resolution and team dynamics.

+ Familiarity with performance metrics and KPIs.

+ Experience in budget planning and capital expenditure planning.

+ Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with automation and control systems.

+ Proven leadership in fast-paced environments.

+ Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.

+ Proficiency in AutoCAD and data analysis tools.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that emphasizes an ownership mentality and long-term value creation through stock appreciation. Enjoy benefits such as 401(k) matching, comprehensive health benefits, and employee discounts. Our compensation philosophy focuses on total compensation, with opportunities for performance-based stock awards and annual reviews. Relocation packages are available if applicable.

Work Environment

You will work in a highly complex automated distribution center, leading a team of over 80 technicians providing daily support to 24/7 operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of West Columbia, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $111000.00 - $147000.00/yr.

• Base Components:

o Base salary (typically capped around $150-170k)

o Sign-on bonus split over first two years (split evenly in their paychecks)

• RSU (Restricted Stock Units) grant over 4 years with a backloaded vesting schedule

o RSU Vesting Schedule:

• Year 1: 5% (split between 6 and 12 months)

• Year 2: 15%

• Year 3: 40%

• Year 4: 40%

• Key Points to Emphasize:

o Total Compensation (TC) is the focus, not just base salary

o Stock has historically appreciated significantly (though past performance doesn't guarantee future results)

o RSUs are denominated in shares, not dollars, at time of grant

o Refresher grants typically start vesting after year 2

o Performance-based compensation through additional stock awards

o Annual compensation reviews with opportunity for adjustments

• Important Context:

o Amazon's compensation philosophy focuses on ownership mentality

o Long-term value creation through stock appreciation

• Market adjustments and regular refreshers help maintain competitive TC

• Benefits to Mention:

o 401(k) matching

o Comprehensive health benefits

o Employee discount

o Relocation package if applicable

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in West Columbia,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.