About this role
About the Company
Our client is an established waste management and recycling organization specializing in the collection, processing, and recovery of recyclable materials. The company operates a recycling and materials processing facility supported by a dedicated team and fleet of vehicles, serving customers throughout its regional market.
With a strong foundation in recycling operations and a commitment to reliable service, the organization is seeking an experienced maintenance professional to help maintain equipment reliability, support daily operations, and contribute to the continued efficiency of its facilities.
About the Position
Our client is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to oversee equipment maintenance, repairs, and mechanical operations at its recycling facility in Asheville, North Carolina.
This role is ideal for an experienced maintenance professional who combines strong mechanical troubleshooting skills with practical leadership ability. The Maintenance Manager will play an important role in maintaining equipment performance, minimizing downtime, and ensuring the facility's operations run safely and efficiently.
The successful candidate will be comfortable performing hands-on maintenance, including welding and mechanical repairs, while helping coordinate maintenance priorities and support the reliability of recycling equipment and operational assets.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintenance Operations: Oversee routine maintenance and repairs to support the reliable operation of facility equipment and operational assets.
- Hands-On Troubleshooting: Diagnose mechanical issues, identify equipment failures, and perform necessary repairs to minimize downtime.
- Welding and Fabrication: Perform welding and related repair work as needed to maintain and restore equipment functionality.
- Preventive Maintenance: Support maintenance planning and preventive maintenance practices to improve equipment reliability and reduce unexpected breakdowns.
- Equipment Reliability: Identify recurring mechanical issues and recommend practical solutions to improve performance and extend equipment service life.
- Operational Support:
Coordinate maintenance activities around daily facility needs to minimize disruptions to recycling and material processing operations.
- Safety and Quality:
Promote safe work practices and ensure maintenance activities are completed with attention to equipment condition and workplace safety.
- Maintenance Planning:
Prioritize repairs, coordinate maintenance tasks, and help ensure equipment issues are addressed efficiently.
Requirements
- At least five years of relevant maintenance experience in an industrial, manufacturing, waste management, recycling, or similar operating environment.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting, repair, and equipment maintenance skills.
- Demonstrated welding experience and the ability to perform hands-on maintenance work.
- Experience maintaining industrial equipment, heavy machinery, or material processing systems is highly desirable.
- Ability to identify equipment problems, determine appropriate repairs, and prioritize maintenance needs.
- Understanding of preventive maintenance practices and equipment reliability.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work hands-on while coordinating maintenance priorities and supporting facility operations.
- Mechanical, welding, or recycling equipment certifications are advantageous.
Benefits
- Competitive salary:
$100,000–$125,000, depending on experience.
- Opportunity to take ownership of maintenance operations at an established recycling facility.
- Hands-on leadership role with a direct impact on equipment reliability and operational performance.
- Opportunity to contribute to preventive maintenance improvements and long-term equipment performance.
Additional benefits will be discussed during the interview process.