Maintenance Manager, Vancouver

Expected Salary: $81,000 - $101,000 per year

About Us

Nautilus International Holding Corporation provides business administration and management services to its subsidiary marine transportation companies that have been serving the maritime community for over a century. Our mission is to consistently deliver safe, efficient, innovative and environmentally responsible maritime operational solutions for our customers.

Position Summary

The Maintenance / Operations Manager is responsible for leading all terminal maintenance activities to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of equipment, systems, and infrastructure. This role oversees preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs, asset reliability, CMMS administration, maintenance personnel coordination.

In addition, this position provides operational support as needed to maintain continuity of terminal functions, including rail unloading, material handling, storage, and vessel loading activities.

Primary Responsibilities

Maintenance&Reliability Leadership Lead and manage all maintenance operations to ensure equipment reliability, availability, and safe performance. Develop and continuously improve preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs to reduce downtime and extend asset life. Establish maintenance standards, reliability practices, and asset performance expectations.Lead Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for critical assets and recurring failures; apply Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) principles to PM strategy decisions. Manage OEM warranty claims, vendor PM agreements, and condition-based monitoring programs (vibration, oil analysis, thermography as applicable).Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on uptime, efficiency, cost control, and safety. CMMS Administration&Maintenance Planning

Serve as the primary site administrator and owner of the CMMS. Maintain asset records, equipment hierarchies, BOMs, PM procedures, work order workflows, and maintenance history. Create, schedule, and manage preventive and predictive maintenance work orders. Ensure labor hours, downtime events, parts usage, and contractor work are accurately documented.Utilize CMMS reporting tools to track KPIs including: equipment reliability PM compliance downtime trends labor utilization maintenance costs Maintain spare parts inventory, reorder points, and critical spare tracking through the CMMS. Train maintenance and operations personnel on CMMS use and documentation standards.Support system upgrades, integrations, and process improvements. Scheduling, Budgeting&Resource Management

Develop daily, weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance schedules, including outages and shutdowns; align planning windows with operations demand and vessel scheduling. Prioritize work based on safety, equipment criticality, regulatory obligation, and operational impact. Coordinate labor, contractors, materials, and equipment availability.Manage maintenance budgets including labor, materials, consumables, contractors, and capital repairs. Forecast annual maintenance expenditures and support budget planning. Coordinate purchasing, RFQ's, procurement, and vendors for maintenance services and parts. Team Leadership&Safety

Lead and supervise maintenance personnel, contractors, and union labor. Assign priorities, manage labor allocation, and ensure workforce productivity. Coach, mentor, and develop maintenance staff and supervisors. Lead safety meetings, audits, inspections, and incident investigations. Ensure compliance with OSHA, LOTO, confined space, hot work, fall protection, respiratory protection, and environmental requirements.Maintain high housekeeping and environmental stewardship standards. Operations Support

Work closely with the Director of Operations to align maintenance strategy with terminal needs. Provide operational support during peak periods and coverage needs. Assist with terminal activities including: railcar receipt and unloading bulk material handling and storage vessel loading operationsSupport dispatching and other operational functions as needed. Minimum Qualifications

Experience&Knowledge

High school diploma required; technical degree or equivalent industrial maintenance experience preferred. 5+ years of industrial maintenance leadership experience in terminal, bulk handling, or heavy industrial environments. Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and material handling systems.Experience in a union environment is preferred. Experience with CMMS platforms, preferably

IBM Maximo

or similar enterprise asset management systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Familiarity with environmental and regulatory compliance requirements. Skills&Abilities

Strong leadership and team management. Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving. Maintenance planning and scheduling. Budgeting and cost control. CMMS and data-driven asset management. Strong written and verbal communication. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced terminal environment.Sound independent judgment and decision-making. Physical Demands&Work Environment

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here represent those that are typically required to perform the essential functions of this position. This role requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds, including at heights and confined spaces. The employee must be able to see, hear, and speak clearly to safely perform tasks and communicate with team members. It may involve regular exposure to outdoor environments and rooftop work may occur. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required depending on the task.Work Environment:

Work may be performed in both indoor and outdoor environments, including active job sites with varying weather conditions and potential exposure to noise, dust, and other occupational hazards. Safety protocols and personal protective equipment (PPE) are provided and required as appropriate. Benefits

Paid vacation and holiday pay. Health, dental and vision (employee contribution required). 401(k) with company matching contribution. Bonus eligible. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Pet insurance (employee contribution required).

Why Join Us

At Nautilus, our people are our most valuable asset. We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where team members feel valued, supported and empowered to grow with us. Whether you are starting your career or looking for the next step, we are committed to investing in your development, offering clear pathways for advancement, ongoing training and leadership development.

With operating areas across CA, FL, IN, NC, NJ, SC, TX and WA, we continue to impact diverse communities and industries. Nautilus International Holding Corporation and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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This job description is not intended to be an employment contract or guarantee of employment. Employment with Nautilus International Holding Corporation is at-will, meaning either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice. This job description may be modified at any time at the sole discretion of the company.

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