Facilities Maintenance Lead

FR Conversions, a leading manufacturer of wheelchair-accessible vans and Type II ambulances, is seeking a Maintenance Lead to ensure equipment uptime and plant reliability so production can deliver on time, every time. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for maintaining facilities, utilities, and production equipment in a safe and compliant manner. The Maintenance Lead will report to the Safety Manager and will drive preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, and communicate effectively to support operational success.

Why Join FR Conversions?

At FR Conversions, we specialize in engineering innovative and reliable mobility and emergency vehicle solutions. By joining our team, you will lead a critical function that ensures safe, reliable, and efficient operations. You will have the opportunity to make a measurable impact on production reliability and safety culture, while working in a collaborative environment where your skills and leadership will help drive the company’s success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintenance Leadership: Lead the maintenance department, assigning work, verifying repairs, and setting standards for shop organization and communication.
• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance: Plan, schedule, and execute preventive maintenance tasks while monitoring reliability metrics (MTBF, MTTR).
• Equipment Coverage: Maintain and troubleshoot systems including powder-coat line and ovens, air compressors/dryers, HVAC/RTUs, sandblasters, vehicle lifts, forklifts, overhead doors, and building utilities (lighting, plumbing, alarms, ventilation).
• Technical Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair electrical (24V–480V), mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic PLC/VFD systems to implement permanent fixes.
• Work Order & Documentation: Manage work orders in the CMMS, ensuring accurate records aligned to FR’s quality system and compliance standards.
• Vendor & Inventory Management: Coordinate with external vendors, oversee critical spares, and manage reorder points to avoid downtime.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce OSHA requirements, including lockout/tagout and machine guarding, while adhering to NFPA 70E/70B practices.
• Communication: Provide concise start notices for critical jobs, immediate safety alerts when necessary, and clear completion reports with outcomes and follow-up steps.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead small reliability projects, mistake-proofing efforts, and cost/energy reduction initiatives with measurable ROI.

Salary & Compensation:

The Maintenance Lead position is a full-time, hourly role with compensation based on experience and qualifications. Compensation packages are subject to applicable labor laws, company policies, and payroll regulations.

Screenings Required:

• Pre-Employment Drug Test
• Pre-Employment Physical
• A valid and current driver’s license is required; candidates must provide proof of renewal upon expiration.
• A clean driving record demonstrated through a motor vehicle record (MVR) check will be conducted prior to employment and annually thereafter.

Job Categorization:
This position is a full-time, hourly, FLSA non-exempt role (SOC Code – 49-9071).

Safety-Sensitive Position:

This role is designated safety-sensitive and requires a pre-employment drug test and physical. Ongoing random, at-cause, and post-incident drug and alcohol testing will also apply.

Why Work With FR Conversions?

Joining FR Conversions means being part of a company that values safety, reliability, and innovation. As Maintenance Lead, you will ensure the smooth and safe operation of our manufacturing facility, directly contributing to our ability to serve customers who rely on our mobility and emergency vehicle solutions. We offer competitive pay and benefits, a positive team-oriented culture, and opportunities for growth in a dynamic industry.

If you’re ready to lead with reliability and safety, we encourage you to apply!

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, including 1–2 years in a leadership or mentoring role within a production environment.
• Hands-on expertise across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and HVAC systems.
• Ability to read schematics, safely use diagnostic tools, and apply problem-solving to reduce downtime.
• Proven experience in preventive maintenance programs and driving reliability improvements.
• Knowledge of OSHA, lockout/tagout, and machine safety standards.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70E/70B practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
• Customer-focused approach with ability to escalate early when safety or cost impacts are identified.