Maintenance Superintendent

Location: Houston, TX

Job Summary:

The role is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of all fixed and rotating production equipment, utilities, and site grounds.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all maintenance efforts, managing the maintenance team and planner functions while prioritizing the safety, health, environmental, and security standards for employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Develop the skills and knowledge of maintenance technicians to ensure high-quality maintenance work and equipment integrity.
• Oversee maintenance work assignments for both electrical and mechanical systems, ensuring efficient installations and repairs.
• Manage an effective after-hours maintenance on-call system to provide support for site operations.
• Collaborate with all management levels to monitor maintenance performance, make recommendations for improvements, and promote safety across the organization.
• Provide oversight for maintenance planning activities related to mechanical, electrical, and control systems maintenance.
• Ensure the mechanical reliability of the plant, including the maintenance of fixed and rotating equipment, buildings, and site grounds.
• Identify and reduce production losses and excessive maintenance costs, aligning with plant safety, asset capability, quality, and production goals.
• Develop and implement preventative and predictive maintenance programs to support continuous 24/7 operations and resolve complex maintenance issues.
• Track and analyze maintenance KPIs, reliability metrics, and causes for deviations to meet performance targets and continuously improve department outcomes.
• Conduct Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to mitigate risks and ensure operational safety.
• Work closely with the operations team to manage the maintenance budget, labor costs, and pricing for replacement parts.
• Communicate with third-party vendors and contractors to clarify maintenance scope, obtain quotes, and manage part/material procurement.
• Lead mechanical integrity and quality assurance programs to ensure plant compliance.
• Adhere to all environmental, health, safety, and security standards, including Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements.
• Uphold Responsible Care principles by demonstrating a strong commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and ethical business practices.

Requirements:

• Proven leadership experience managing a team with varied skill sets and expertise in chemical plant maintenance.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations for PSM plant operations and maintenance services.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot systems and equipment at a chemical manufacturing plant.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Teams.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and equipment diagrams, with a strong understanding of safety regulations.
• Expertise in safe usage of hand and power tools in maintenance tasks.
• Solid understanding of equipment properties, behaviors, and hazards in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational and independent working skills, along with the confidence to lead teams.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• A minimum of five years of supervisory or leadership experience in chemical plant maintenance, combining technical, managerial, and financial expertise.
• Expertise in developing maintenance plans, scheduling preventative maintenance, and overseeing equipment installations and repairs.
• I&E and mechanical maintenance experience in Process Safety Management (PSM) regulated facilities.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive employee benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
• Flexible work schedule
• 401(k) with company match