About Our Partner

Our client is a well-established and highly respected services provider in the Central Valley, supporting the energy and industrial sectors with a strong reputation for operational excellence, safety, and reliability. They foster a collaborative work environment where employees are empowered to make an impact, and they offer long-term stability, competitive compensation, and opportunities for career growth.

They are currently seeking an experienced Director of Maintenance to lead their maintenance, engineering, and automation functions. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for ensuring reliability, efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement across operations. The Director will play a key role in capital projects, automation strategy, and cross-functional collaboration with senior leadership.

What Our Partner Brings to the Table

• Established Industry Presence: A reputable company with a long track record of supporting energy and industrial operations.
• Leadership Opportunity: A high-visibility role leading maintenance, engineering, and automation functions.
• Innovative Environment: Drive continuous improvement and automation initiatives across facilities.
• Long-Term Stability: Full-time, permanent role with competitive pay, benefits, and growth potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee maintenance, engineering, and automation teams, including supervisors, planners, technicians, and contractors.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize uptime and efficiency.
• Lead automation initiatives including PLCs, robotics, SCADA, IoT integration, and advanced analytics.
• Manage troubleshooting, repair, and system upgrades across mechanical, electrical, and automated systems.
• Oversee spare parts inventory, vendor management, and contractor performance.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, regulatory, and quality standards (OSHA, GMP, HACCP, etc.).
• Lead capital projects and equipment installations; manage budgets and ROI tracking.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and IT to ensure alignment with operational goals.
• Provide technical expertise and strategic guidance to senior leadership on long-term maintenance and automation strategies.

Ideal Candidate Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or Industrial Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive maintenance and engineering experience, with at least 5 years in leadership.
• Strong expertise in mechanical, electrical, and controls systems (PLCs, robotics, SCADA, industrial automation).
• Proven track record with preventive/predictive maintenance programs and capital project execution.
• Knowledge of food, beverage, or industrial processing equipment a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Strong business acumen with budget management experience.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Benefits & Perks

• Vacation Pay & Sick Pay
• 401(k) with Company Matching
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Options
• Life Insurance Options
• Company Vehicle for Business Use