Cushman & Wakefield

Maintenance Manager

Cushman & Wakefield$107K — $126K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of leadership experience in maintenance management or a similar role.
  • Strong commitment to safety and understanding of safety regulations.
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, facilities management, or related field.
  • Excellent communication skills for liaison with teams and stakeholders.
  • Ability to build and develop a high-performing maintenance team.

Responsibilities

  • Lead morning briefings to set priorities and address safety updates.
  • Review and prioritize work orders for maintenance tasks.
  • Conduct facility walkthroughs to identify maintenance and safety issues.
  • Ensure compliance with safety protocols and oversee training.
  • Analyze maintenance data to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Supervise and train maintenance technicians to enhance team performance.
  • Coordinate effective communication with internal and external partners.
  • Direct response efforts during emergencies to minimize operational downtime.

Benefits

  • Health, vision, and dental insurance options.
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
  • Retirement savings plans.
  • Life and disability insurance programs.
  • Paid and unpaid time away from work.
Full Job Description
Job Title
Maintenance Manager

Job Description Summary
Job Description

Our Maintenance Managers strive to make the lives of our employees better daily, by constantly looking for ways to improve our processes. The Maintenance Manager role plays a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient operation of the facility's maintenance program, driving continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality maintenance services that support our client's operational goals.

And this, is just the beginning! Our successful Maintenance Managers can move into Senior Maintenance Manager, Regional Maintenance Manager, Reliability Program Manager, Building Wellness Manager, and other Operational roles. Come and join us as a Maintenance Manager where you are the bridge between upper and lower managers and our client; the sky is the limit!

A typical day for a Maintenance Manager in a facility managed by Cushman & Wakefield Services can vary depending on the specific responsibilities and priorities of the role, as well as the needs of the facility. However, here's an overview of a "typical" day:
  • Morning Briefing: The day often begins with a team meeting or briefing to discuss priorities, safety updates, and any ongoing maintenance issues from the previous shift. The Maintenance Manager leads this meeting, setting the tone for the day and addressing any immediate concerns.
  • Work Orders Management: The Maintenance Manager reviews and prioritizes work orders for preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and repairs. They assign tasks to maintenance technicians based on skill level and availability, ensuring that critical issues are addressed promptly.
  • Facility Walkthrough: Regular inspections of the facility are conducted to identify maintenance issues, equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, and cleanliness standards. The Maintenance Manager leads these walkthroughs, addressing any immediate concerns and developing action plans for resolution.
  • Safety Compliance: Ensuring compliance with safety protocols, procedures, and regulations is a top priority. The Maintenance Manager oversees safety training, audits, and inspections, reinforcing a culture of safety among maintenance personnel.
  • Data Analysis and Reporting: Maintenance data, performance metrics, and equipment reliability trends are analyzed to identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and efficiency gains. The Maintenance Manager generates reports and communicates findings to management and stakeholders, driving continuous improvement efforts.
  • Team Supervision and Development: Providing leadership, guidance, and support to maintenance technicians is essential for maintaining a high-performing team. The Maintenance Manager conducts performance evaluations, training sessions, and coaching sessions to develop the skills and capabilities of the maintenance team.
  • Communication and Collaboration: Effective communication with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders is critical for coordinating maintenance activities and resolving issues. The Maintenance Manager collaborates with facility managers, operations leaders, and corporate partners to ensure alignment and support operational objectives.
  • Emergency Response: In the event of equipment failures, emergencies, or unforeseen incidents, the Maintenance Manager leads the response efforts, mobilizing resources, coordinating repairs, and minimizing downtime to mitigate impact on operations.


To be successful as a Maintenance Manager in a facility managed by Cushman & Wakefield Services, the following skills and qualifications are typically required:
  • Candidates MUST HAVE 5 years or more of leadership experience. Leadership is defined as having managed KPIs for technicians as well as experience holding others accountable for achieve set goals and KPIs. Previous experience in maintenance management or a similar leadership role is essential. Strong leadership skills are paramount for effectively managing maintenance teams and driving performance. The Maintenance Manager should be able to inspire, motivate, and guide team members to achieve their goals while fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.
  • You must possess a strong commitment to safety. A commitment to safety is paramount, and the Maintenance Manager should have a thorough understanding of safety regulations, protocols, and procedures. They should be able to develop and enforce safety policies, conduct regular safety inspections, and promote a culture of safety awareness among maintenance staff.
  • Candidates MUST have a 4-year degree. A degree or certification in a relevant field such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, facilities management, or a related discipline is typically required. Additional certifications in maintenance management, safety management, or related areas may be beneficial.
  • Excellent communication skills are essential for effectively liaising with internal teams, external vendors, and facility stakeholders. The Maintenance Manager should be able to communicate maintenance strategies, provide clear instructions, and address concerns or issues in a timely manner.
  • The ability to build and develop a high-performing maintenance team is essential for success. The Maintenance Manager should be skilled in recruiting top talent, providing training and development opportunities, and fostering a positive work environment that promotes employee engagement and retention.


Overall, the Maintenance Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient operation of the facility's maintenance program, driving continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality maintenance services that support Amazon's operational goals.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate's experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $ 107,100.00 - $126,000.00

About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield plc is a global commercial real estate services firm. The company's corporate headquarters is located in Chicago, Illinois. Cushman & Wakefield is among the world's largest commercial real estate services firms, with revenues of US$9.4 billion in 2021. The company operates from approximately 400 offices in 60 countries, has around 50,000 employees and manages about 4,100 million sq ft of commercial space. It is one of the "Big Three" commercial real estate services companies, alongside CBRE and JLL.
Learn more about Cushman & Wakefield
Size
50,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$220.5 million
Founded
1917
5 Year Trend
+8.6%
Revenue
$7.8 billion
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