This highly visible position requires you to take charge and supervise aspects of the industrial maintenance department, including Maintenance Mechanics, Personnel, Purchasing, Machinery Repair, Preventive Maintenance Systems, etc. The Assistant Maintenance Manager is responsible to ensure that the daily M&R tasks are carried out as scheduled, within budget and in a safe manner.

Essential Functions:

  • Maintains a preventative maintenance program for all container handling equipment utilizing manuals as well as PC based tools.
  • Assists in managing the maintenance team of ILA Foremen and Mechanics in performing diagnostic troubleshooting on all container handling equipment.
  • Monitors the quality of repairs.
  • Interprets production reports and their use in improving operations.
  • Interfaces with terminal operations management and union personnel to develop the most effective ways to operate equipment.
  • Purchases and maintains proper spare parts in inventory that will balance tying up capital with minimizing equipment downtime.
  • Maintains a schedule to maximize cleaning effectiveness of all machinery
  • Maintains proper inventory of chemical cleaning supplies for container handling equipment.
  • Interfaces with operations personnel to allow repairs to be made to minimize impact on production.
  • Controls fuel costs through effective monitoring of machine performance and operation schedules.
  • Maintains safety programs.
  • Updates technical publication library (equipment, blueprints, schematics, etc.).
  • Process bills promptly, resolves billing issues and informs A/P of billing disputes.

Education and Work Experience:

  • Minimum of 5 years of work experience in the skilled trades or equivalent technical background.
  • 5 years minimum experience in a high-volume maintenance environment.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience with current EAM required.
  • Strong Electrical/Mechanical aptitude.
  • Experience with Maritime Container, Chassis & Refrigerated Container Cargo Repairs
  • Experience with Container Handling Equipment (Top Loaders, Reach Stackers, Terminal Tractors, Forklifts, etc.)
  • Previous supervisory experience is desirable.
  • Previous experience working with Unions preferred (ILA, ILWU, Teamsters, etc.)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to lead a workgroup.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Have a goal-oriented mentality.
  • Computer skills required.
  • Able to efficiently perform internet searches and research.
  • Able to read and interpret vendor manuals and drawings.
  • Able to communicate clearly and effectively with personnel, contractors, vendors, OEM suppliers, and management.
  • Ability to write detailed repair reports.
  • Committed to safety and teamwork.
  • Highly motivated.
  • Ability to learn and apply maintenance best practices.
  • Ability to organize and plan tasks.
  • Self-directing – able to work towards specific goals and objectives with limited supervision.
  • Good working knowledge of OSHA safety practices and procedures.
  • Good organizational skills.
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints and/or schematic diagrams.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrates the ability for independent decision-making.
  • Must be flexible and responsive to the business needs.
  • Must have the ability overcome obstacles and have the organizational skills necessary to complete assignments in a timely manner.
  • Demonstrated ability to be proactive in problem solving and to lead the resolution of equipment problems.

Physical Demands:

  • The company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
  • Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  • Work involves climbing at heights at or above six feet.
  • Must employ the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety policies.

Work Environment:

  • Some exposure to extreme weather changes and humidity/moisture relative to atmospheric condition variations. Includes exposure to extreme summer temperatures, as well as rain.
  • Possible exposure to dust, chemicals, gases, fumes, smoke, excessive noise, and/or vibrations.
  • Work generally performed in an office environment. Regular trips to the field are required that includes various hazards and noise exposure.
  • Travel may be required for assignments, meetings, and training.
  • The job also requires availability for rotating on-call schedule, occasional unscheduled callouts, and extended workdays and/or workweeks.
  • Overtime, Weekend and/or Holiday hours may be required. *Duties and responsibilities may be added or changed at any time at the discretion of your supervisor, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.
  • Drug Free workplace, employer participation in random drug testing.

  • Authorized to work in the US, no visa sponsorship at this time.

Florida International Terminal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.  

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