Industrial Maintenance Operations Leader

Pay: Starting from $100,000 annually

Your mission

Keep mission-critical equipment running and people working safely. At Thompson Pipe Group, you’ll orchestrate maintenance operations that power a leading North American manufacturer of drainage, sanitary, pressure, and trenchless pipe. You’ll blend hands-on expertise with team leadership to elevate reliability, safety, and efficiency—every shift.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead a high-performing crew of Maintenance Mechanics/Technicians; set clear priorities and provide daily direction across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and welding disciplines.
• Own scheduling and work tracking in a CMMS such as MaintainX; coordinate preventive, corrective, and emergency work.
• Uphold DOT fleet compliance and ensure uptime for heavy equipment and industrial electrical systems.
• Coach, review, and, when necessary, take disciplinary action to build a strong, accountable team.
• Diagnose issues and oversee/perform equipment construction, rebuilds, and repairs aligned with specifications, work orders, and cost estimates.
• Serve as a safety steward—apply company policies and relevant Federal, State, and local codes and regulations.
• Embed 5S principles to create clean, efficient, and safe work areas.
• Manage the full lifecycle of equipment: purchasing, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Estimate labor and materials; secure competitive pricing for supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain precise records of labor, materials, and work orders; operate light trucks to pick up and deliver parts.
• Demonstrate dependable attendance and unwavering commitment to Company Safety standards.

Capabilities that set you apart

• Deep working knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulics, Pneumatic, and Welding.
• Strength in planning and sequencing work, assigning tasks, and adjusting schedules.
• Thorough understanding of safety procedures and technical aspects of your trade(s).
• Know-how in proper storage of equipment, materials, and supplies and in accurate record-keeping.
• Command of tools, materials, and techniques common to skilled and general maintenance and repair.
• Ability to perform journey-level work, prioritize/assign/review tasks, and train others—especially for mobile equipment.
• Skill in interpreting, explaining, and applying codes, rules, and regulations.
• Safe, effective operation of tools and equipment; translate work orders into clear action.
• Clear oral and written communication; follow instructions; make fast, accurate arithmetic calculations.
• Work independently, meet deadlines, keep organized records, and build strong working relationships.
• Practice legal and defensive driving; operate vehicles; perform heavy physical labor and lift heavy objects.

Physical requirements

• Standing, sitting, and walking through production areas.
• Use of speech, vision, and hearing for effective communication.
• Frequent hand use for grasping and fine manipulation.
• Bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
• Lift/carry/push/pull up to 75 lbs.
• Exposure to moving machinery, temperature fluctuations, dust, and fumes.

Credentials

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Minimum of ten (5) years’ experience in one or more of the skilled trades.
• Valid driver's license in the work location State.

What you’ll gain

• Top-tier Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Life and Supplement Life
• Company Matched 401K Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Fun Events
• Training and Development
• Employee Discounts
• Career Opportunity!

Who we are

We’re Thompson Pipe Group—an independent, family-led team of engineers, contractors, and manufacturers headquartered in Rialto, California, serving North America. Our product families power critical infrastructure, and every iteration is better than the last. Learn more: www.thompsonpipegroup.com.

Disclaimers

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Legal

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

An Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug free workplace.

Based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in US without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.