Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance Manager, CMMS and Plant Automation

Build reliability that powers healthcare operations

Base + Benefits: $100,000–$120,000 DOE with bonus and a comprehensive benefits package | Location: Richmond, VA | Schedule: Days with on‑call responsibility

At HandCraft Linen and Uniform Services, our mission is to deliver consistent, safe, and reliable service to healthcare partners. Your mission: architect a maintenance program that keeps our Richmond healthcare plant running flawlessly—protecting caregivers and patients who rely on us every day.

Your mission

• Champion safety practices and regulatory compliance; proactively spot risks and implement corrective measures.
• Design and oversee preventive maintenance programs; perform regular audits to verify workmanship and asset health.
• Lead hands‑on troubleshooting and guide best‑practice repairs across mechanical, electrical, and controls domains.
• Collaborate with Operations to sustain high OEE and reduce downtime bottlenecks.
• Recruit, mentor, and elevate a skilled technician team; provide daily coaching and knowledge transfer.
• Maintain CMMS rigor—drive work order accuracy, timely closeout, and complete maintenance records.
• Manage spare parts inventory, restocking cadence, and procurement activities.
• Direct contractors, vendors, and service providers to meet safety, quality, and performance targets.
• Partner with the Corporate Engineering Department to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Deliver technical training that grows multi‑skill capability across the team.
• Support additional duties essential to plant performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical certifications preferred.
• 3+ years in a maintenance leadership role within an industrial/manufacturing plant.
• Computer savvy with strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate with diverse personalities and cross‑functional groups.
• Deep knowledge of mechanical/electrical principles.
• Team‑first leader who thrives in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Physically able to complete the essential tasks of the job.
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including some weekends and holidays.
• Proficient reading of technical manuals, blueprints, and electrical schematics.

Technical strengths we value

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Electrical Installation
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Repair
• OSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)
• Relay Testing
• HVAC Maintenance
• HVAC Troubleshooting
• Pneumatics Troubleshooting
• Boiler Troubleshooting
• Boiler Operation
• Industrial Electrical Systems
• Hydraulic Systems & Components
• Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Electrical Schematic Reading
• Access Control Systems
• Equipment Repair & Maintenance
• Equipment Installation

Plant technologies you’ll influence

• MIG Welder
• TIG Welder
• HVAC Systems
• Stick Welder
• Corrugated Cutting Machine
• CNC Automation Solutions
• Switchgear
• Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
• Multimeter
• Industrial Controls
• Aerial Devices
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Flux-Cored Arc Welder
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
• HMI
• Conveyor Systems
• Servo Motors
• Industrial Robot
• Band Saw

Rewards and support

• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Paid Training
• 401K with Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays and Birthdays
• Uniforms Provided
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program

Next steps

• Apply with a current resume. Please explain any employment gaps—submissions with outdated resumes or unexplained gaps may not receive priority.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• We respect the time you invest. After reviewing your materials, we’ll contact selected candidates via email/text with interview scheduling instructions.

Equal Opportunity

HandCraft Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.