Maintenance Manager

September 19, 2025

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DESCRIPTION

Our Reliability & Maintenance Engineering (RME) team is integral to the success of Amazon worldwide. They manage risks, minimize system downtime, and find innovative ways to improve the way we work. It’s how we’ll become a more sustainable business while building the future one innovative product, service, and idea at a time.

At Amazon we believe that Every Day is still Day One! We’re working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright and driven people.

The Maintenance Manager will lead a team of facilities associates, as well as potentially supervise Area Maintenance Managers, and will ensure a safe working environment for all.

If you do not meet 100% of the preferred qualifications outlined in this job description, we still encourage you to apply. We understand that skills and competencies can be gained in many ways and we are primarily interested in a demonstrated commitment to the work and the potential to grow. Experience comes in many forms and passion goes a long way. If your experience is close to what we're looking for, please consider applying.

Key job responsibilities

Support the Operations team by working in a safe, customer-focused manner; and must be highly self-motivated and customer-centric.
Develop and design innovative solutions to difficult problems, manage outside contractors and be on call for emergencies.

- Handle multiple internally- and externally-sponsored projects and daily activities, manage and meet deadlines, and develop & track plans on how to accomplish departmental and distribution goals.

Work with local site Safety department leadership to understand, implement, and audit safety programs. Ensure that all safety programs and procedures are followed.
Develop and maintain preventative maintenance programs and good working relationships with Operations leadership.
Facilitate technical and safety training, as well as help to develop professional development of departmental Maintenance technicians.
Mentor all Maintenance technicians by motivating and providing direction to help them achieve their goals and make a consistent effort to go above and beyond.
Develop Maintenance department business plans and provide guidance and direction for the successful implementation of those plans.
Work with site Finance team to develop, set and track budgets.
Participate in and support efficiency improvement Kaizen activities for the site, as well as the network when needed.
Develop capital spending plans, facilitate cross-functional project planning and perform cost analysis.
Own and promote excellent housekeeping.
Participate in weekly network Maintenance calls and periodic Maintenance Manager conferences.
Candidates must have the ability to provide specific, enriched feedback to enhance individual performance, and provide associates with written performance appraisals including discipline and up to termination.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree, or 2+ years of Amazon experience
Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil)
Ability to travel to various sites as needed.
5+ years’ experience in the distribution or manufacturing field with equivalent experience in the mechanical or electrical field.
Experience in the following areas:
Automated conveyors systems and controls
Electrical and electronic principles
Blueprint and electrical schematic reading
CMMS programs
Preventive maintenance procedures
Industrial electrical
Industrial controls
Industrial electronics
Industrial PC literary
N.E.C.
Ability to develop and maintain a partnership and communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally with Safety, Operations, Engineering, Sr. Management, peers, contractors and vendors
Ability to multitask and prioritize many different projects
Six Sigma Certification
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing Principles

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $111,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $183,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

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