Maintenance Supervisor

*Maintenance Supervisor Job Description*

Maxfield is a progressive, experienced and leading manufacturer well known for its high-quality products. This includes design, engineering, fabrication, packaging and servicing a range of pressure vessels, pipe spooling, structural skids and cargo transports. Maxfield also services the truck and transport, natural resources (oil and natural gas, and mining), propane distribution and marketing, power generation and cryogenic industries across Canada.

Reporting to the Production Manager, this position will support the maintenance program requirements while also working alongside the maintenance group in a manufacturing shop environment.

*Responsibilities:*

* Perform hands-on mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting and repair on plant production equipment, including overhead cranes and hoists, plate rolls, press brakes, saws, CNC cutting tables, welding positioners and manipulators, air compressors, blast and paint systems, pumps and material handling equipment.
* Plan, schedule and coordinate all preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance activities to minimize downtime and support production schedules.
* Work closely with Production and Operations to prioritize maintenance work, plan shutdowns and respond to breakdowns.
* Maintain and administer the maintenance work order system including equipment histories, PM schedules and maintenance records.
* Diagnose root causes of recurring equipment failures and recommend and implement corrective actions and reliability improvements.
* Install, align, level and commission new or relocated machinery and equipment; fabricate and repair components as required.
* Manage maintenance spare parts and supplies inventory in coordination with Stores, identify critical spares, obtain quotes and initiate purchase requisitions.
* Coordinate and oversee outside contractors and service providers (e.g. electrical, crane inspections, HVAC, fire protection), ensuring work meets company safety and quality standards.
* Ensure regulatory and statutory inspections and certifications are completed and documented (e.g. overhead cranes, lifting devices, pressure equipment, forklifts).
* Responsible for training all maintenance personnel and apprentices and scheduling their work on a twenty-four-hour basis; provide direction and on-the-job guidance and follow up on daily work.
* Lead by example in safety: enforce lockout/tagout, confined space, working at heights and hot work procedures; participate in hazard assessments, inspections and incident investigations.
* Track maintenance costs and assist in preparing the annual maintenance budget and capital equipment requests.
* Maintain plant buildings and utility services (doors, ventilation, compressed air and utilities), participate in continuous improvement initiatives, and maintain a clean, organized and safe maintenance shop.
* Must work unscheduled overtime in emergencies, and scheduled overtime for equipment breakdowns and planned shutdowns.
* Other related duties as assigned.

*Qualifications*:

* Must be a Journeyperson tradesperson (Alberta or Interprovincial/Red Seal certificate); Industrial Mechanic/Millwright/Electrician preferred, or a related trade such as Heavy-Duty Equipment Technician or Machinist with demonstrated industrial maintenance experience.
* Minimum 5 years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
* 1–2 years of experience in a lead hand, planner, coordinator or similar role is considered an asset.
* Experience with a maintenance work order system.
* Valid driver's license.
* Current safety certifications (e.g. First Aid/CPR, H2S, Fall Protection, Confined Space, Overhead Crane/Rigging) are an asset.
* Dual ticket (Millwright / Electrician) or welding experience is considered an asset.

*Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:*

* Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, power transmission, bearings, gearboxes, pumps and compressors.
* Basic understanding of electrical controls, motors and PLCs for troubleshooting purposes.
* Proficient in precision measuring, shaft alignment, welding, cutting and machining techniques.
* Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, equipment manuals and technical drawings.
* Strong planning, organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills; self-motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively with production, management, vendors and contractors.
* Strong commitment to health and safety and working knowledge of Alberta OHS legislation.
* Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word and Excel).
* Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, work at heights, and work in confined or restricted spaces and varying shop conditions.

Pay: From $49.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:
* Dental care
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Extended health care
* Life insurance
* RRSP match
* Vision care

Work Location: In person