What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Lead position at Crestview Aerospace?
Brief Description
The Maintenance Lead is responsible for leading and supporting the daily activities of the Maintenance Department in a manufacturing environment. This position oversees preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair activities, equipment installations, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure maximum equipment reliability and operational efficiency. The Maintenance Lead provides technical guidance, assigns daily work priorities, supports team development, and ensures compliance with all safety and company standards.
Crestview Aerospace Overview
Crestview Aerospace is a manufacturing organization working closely with large aircraft and weapon systems OEMs, such as Boeing Defense, Bell, RTX/Collins Aerospace, Northrop Grumman and several others to deliver complex design-to-build and build-to print assemblies. Crestview Aerospace provides these assemblies in support of in-service platforms, such as: H-47, V-22, F-35, F-15, F-16, F-18, KC-135, E-2, and weapon systems such as Harpoon and SLAM-ER. Crestview Aerospace is comprised of two (2) manufacturing sites, with operations in St. Louis, Missouri and Crestview, FL, and employs approximately 300 professionals.
Principal Responsibilities And Accountabilities
Physical Requirements
Primarily manufacturing/assembly environment. Must be able to work in the following environmental conditions: noise, vibration, proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current. Must be able to bend and reach. Must have close visual acuity such as viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading, visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines, and/or assembly or fabrication parts at close distance to the eyes. Must be able to communicate effectively. Must be able to maneuver up to 20 pounds. Will be performing substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Crestview Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits, hires, trains, and promotes employees in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or other legally protected status.
Sponsorship is not available for this role. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent and consistent basis without company sponsorship now and in the future.
This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
The Maintenance Lead is responsible for leading and supporting the daily activities of the Maintenance Department in a manufacturing environment. This position oversees preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repair activities, equipment installations, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure maximum equipment reliability and operational efficiency. The Maintenance Lead provides technical guidance, assigns daily work priorities, supports team development, and ensures compliance with all safety and company standards.
Crestview Aerospace Overview
Crestview Aerospace is a manufacturing organization working closely with large aircraft and weapon systems OEMs, such as Boeing Defense, Bell, RTX/Collins Aerospace, Northrop Grumman and several others to deliver complex design-to-build and build-to print assemblies. Crestview Aerospace provides these assemblies in support of in-service platforms, such as: H-47, V-22, F-35, F-15, F-16, F-18, KC-135, E-2, and weapon systems such as Harpoon and SLAM-ER. Crestview Aerospace is comprised of two (2) manufacturing sites, with operations in St. Louis, Missouri and Crestview, FL, and employs approximately 300 professionals.
Principal Responsibilities And Accountabilities
- Lead and coordinate daily activities of the maintenance team to support production schedules and operational goals.
- Assign and prioritize maintenance work orders and ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Provide technical guidance, troubleshooting support, and hands-on assistance to maintenance technicians.
- Train, mentor, and support maintenance personnel in troubleshooting techniques, safety practices, and equipment maintenance procedures.
- Assist management with employee development, performance feedback, and departmental improvement initiatives.
- Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive safety culture throughout the department.
- Oversee and perform preventive maintenance on machinery and production equipment to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
- Conduct routine inspections, testing, and diagnostics on equipment to identify potential failures before breakdowns occur.
- Ensure proper lubrication, cleaning, calibration, and adjustment of machinery and equipment.
- Monitor preventative maintenance schedules and ensure completion of assigned PM activities.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Minimum of 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Prior leadership or lead experience within a maintenance department preferred.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience with preventative maintenance programs and equipment reliability practices.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical manuals, and blueprints.
- Advanced technical knowledge in:
- Mechanical systems
- Electrical systems (-15VDC to 480VAC)
- PLC troubleshooting
- VFDs
- Hydraulic systems
- Pneumatic systems
- Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Ability to prioritize work and lead a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Must be able to work any shift, weekends, and overtime as required.
- Must maintain confidentiality of sensitive and proprietary company information.
- Certifications in electrical, mechanical, PLC, or industrial maintenance disciplines are preferred.
- Primarily works in a manufacturing setting with exposure to machinery and production equipment.
- Requires standing for extended periods and occasional lifting of materials.
- May involve occasional travel to suppliers or other company locations.
Physical Requirements
Primarily manufacturing/assembly environment. Must be able to work in the following environmental conditions: noise, vibration, proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current. Must be able to bend and reach. Must have close visual acuity such as viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading, visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines, and/or assembly or fabrication parts at close distance to the eyes. Must be able to communicate effectively. Must be able to maneuver up to 20 pounds. Will be performing substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Crestview Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits, hires, trains, and promotes employees in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or other legally protected status.
Sponsorship is not available for this role. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent and consistent basis without company sponsorship now and in the future.
This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.