Maintenance Manager

The Maintenance Manager at the Pet Supplies Plus Orangeburg, SC distribution center is responsible for maintaining systems and equipment by completing preventive maintenance schedules, restoring, repairing, rebuilding, or replacing faulty or inoperative components and parts. This position is responsible for managing the maintenance team.

The manager will spend 60-70 percent of their time performing hands-on repairs/maintenance work. The remaining time will be spent supervising the work of their team members and outside contractors and performing general management functions.

Maintenance Manager key responsibilities include:

• Managing a high-quality maintenance team through implementation of effective recruitment, training, motivation, and development programs.
• Developing, counseling, motivating, and resolving team member relations issues and creating an effective working atmosphere.
• Coordinating with the Managers and Supervisors to establish priorities and schedule the workload to satisfy production needs.
• Coordinating with local contractors and vendors for equipment and services as required.
• Ordering parts and equipment and obtaining services for repair and maintenance of the facility’s equipment.
• Prioritizing and assigning service requests to the maintenance team. Monitoring daily completion of service requests and follow up on any outstanding items.  Assisting in the completion of service requests as necessary.
• Inspecting the grounds and building daily to minimize liability concerns and to ensure excellent curb appeal.
• Maintaining a preventative maintenance program that extends the life of the facility and equipment while minimizing future repairs.
• Identifying and implementing energy-saving measures that promotes conservation.
• Managing maintenance supply inventory while adhering to budget guidelines.
• Maintaining well-organized and a properly stocked maintenance shop while adhering to safety standards and OSHA guidelines.
• Responsibility for key control program.
• Scheduling and directing workers in performance of all maintenance/repairs within budgeted guidelines.
• Directing workers in performance of scheduled maintenance on all equipment based on the manufacturer’s recommendations and operating manuals.
• Maintaining accurate records.
• Conducting performance reviews for maintenance/facility team.
• Managing 2 shifts of up to 20 Maintenance and Facility team members.

Maintenance Manager requirements include:

• 2+ years of formal education in desired/related field. 
• 5 years of supervisor experience. 
• 3-5 years of conveyor-systems experience within a distribution center.
• High motivation and capability of addressing issues with a strong sense of urgency.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to report and recommend solutions to challenges.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, trade standards, and general practices within the maintenance field.
• Strong knowledge of electricity, mechanical, construction, plumbing and HVAC.
• Ability to transport or move up to 50 pounds variable distances.
• Mobility and flexibility to use ladders to access heights more than eight to nine feet.
• Ability to personally perform general maintenance repair tasks without endangering themselves or fellow team members.
• Requires frequent bending and/or stooping to access equipment and machinery necessary when assisting with or performing tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
• A valid Driver’s License.

Pet Supplies Plus is focused on making it easier to get better products for your pet. With over 700 locations in 42 states, the stores have a streamlined design making it easy to navigate a wide assortment of natural foods, hard goods and pet services. Friendly, knowledgeable staff get to know each pet and their owner by name and provide playful store experiences to remind them just how fun it is to own a pet. Pet Supplies Plus stores are large enough to house an incredible variety of food and equipment, yet small enough to still feel neighborly.

Pet Supplies Plus is ranked No. 20 overall in Entrepreneur Magazine's 2022 Franchise 500® list and is the Top Full-Service Pet Supplies Franchise for its exceptional performance in areas including financial strength and stability, growth rate and system size. For more information, please visit www.petsuppliesplus.com. 

EOE STATEMENT

We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.