Facilities - Utilities Maintenance Program Manager

Amentum is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Manager for our team in Groton, CT.

Do you envision a workplace where every team member works together to create an amazing workplace experience? Do you want to be part of a dedicated group of professionals who consistently deliver excellence to reach our common goal of a best-in-class working environment? If you have a positive can-do attitude and a drive for success, Amentum is looking for you.

The successful candidate will have outstanding skills and will be committed to working with others to deliver best-in-class, unparalleled excellence in customer service and satisfaction. Hiring hourly range: $115,000-$135,000 per hour, salary rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

This position includes a competitive benefits package. For more detailed information on our benefits and what it is like to work for Amentum, please visit our careers site at www.amentumcareers.com.

The work schedule for this role is Monday - Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, however, various hours may be required based on business demand.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and coordinate the operations of multiple facilities maintenance disciplines, including:
• Electricians
• HVAC
• General maintenance
• Plumbing
• Building Management Systems (BMS)
• LIS
• Asset management
• Reliability planning
• Scheduling
• Vendor management
• Maintenance Repair and Operations (MRO)
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of steam turbines, gas turbines, and large industrial boilers to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Manage high-voltage electrical distribution systems, ensuring safe and efficient power delivery.
• Monitor and analyze plant performance metrics, implementing strategies to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance programs for turbines, boilers, electrical distribution, and ancillary systems.
• Ensure proper operation of reverse osmosis deionization and wastewater treatment systems to support boiler feedwater and cooling tower requirements.
• Maintain reliable operation of compressors and air dryers for instrumentation and process needs.
• Manage cooling towers, chillers, and associated heat exchangers to support plant processes.
• Oversee and manage the operation and maintenance programs of a large Chilled water plant with up to 30,000 tons of cooling capacity.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to schedule outages and repairs, minimizing operational disruptions.
• Understand the sites safe work requirements and ensure work is performed in accordance with safety procedures.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to align with organizational priorities and minimize downtime.
• Oversee vendor selection, contract negotiations, and performance evaluations to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage inventory, procurement, and distribution of MRO supplies and spare parts.
• Implement strategies to optimize MRO processes, reduce costs, and ensure availability of critical materials.
• Monitor and track MRO performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with relevant regulations.
• Promote a culture of safety by enforcing protocols, conducting training, and performing regular audits.
• Maintain accurate documentation for inspections, permits, and compliance records.
• Foster collaboration, accountability, and a high-performance culture.
• Conduct performance reviews, set goals, and identify training needs.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on program performance, budgets, and key metrics.
• Prepare and present reports on maintenance activities, reliability trends, and vendor performance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Create an inclusive, high-performance work environment through strong leadership.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to ensure work activities exceed customer expectations.
• Promote employee career development plans and provide mentorship.
• Initiate and communicate various personnel actions, including employment termination, performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and scheduling and/or approving overtime.
• Oversee employees on-boarding and supporting the hiring process.
• Create and maintain a succession plan.
• Maintain consistent communication with management and clients on key issues, potential client issues, approach to resolutions, and quickly addressing any issues with an action plan.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Business, Facility Management, Maintenance Management, Engineering, or a related discipline, or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in process or production maintenance.
• In addition to education and experience, 5 years of progressive career experience in industrial facilities or production maintenance-related work.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and general maintenance systems.
• Familiarity with BMS software, such as Siemens, Johnson Controls, and LIS standards.
• Proficiency in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) and data analytics tools.
• Understanding of reliability engineering principles, such as RCM (Reliability-Centered Maintenance) and predictive maintenance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to pass a medical evaluation for respirator use and successfully complete a fit test for several types of respirators.
• Ability to obtain a security access badge at our clients location.
• Ability to read and understand information contained in a variety of documents or displayed on a computer screen.
• Demonstrated fluency in computer use, including the full Microsoft product line.
• Ability to obtain an appropriate drivers license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles, as requested.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials and authorization.
• Note: US Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required for facility credentials and authorization at this work location.
• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.
• Some physical special requirements include:
• Regularly lifting to 50 lbs
• Regularly climbing ladders, steps, and scaffolding
• Repetitive motions, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, stretching, and wrist movement
• Walking extensively throughout the plant during shift
• Working at an accelerated pace in emergency conditions
• Ability to differentiate colors pertaining to wire color-coding
• Wearing steel-toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats, and other Personal Protective Equipment as needed
• Cope with demands, stressors associated with the job and/or the work environment

Preferred Requirements:

• Technical degree preferred.
• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree or MBA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of power generation equipment, including turbine and boiler operations.
• Familiarity with high-voltage electrical systems, such as 13.8 kV and above, and associated safety protocols.
• Proficiency in distributed control systems (DCS), SCADA, and other plant control technologies.
• 7-10 years of experience in utilities plant operations, with at least 3-5 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience working in a GMP or similar regulated environment, such as hospitals, biomedical, or pharmaceutical campuses.
• Ability to read and understand repair manuals, specifications, drawings, and schematic diagrams.
• Experience working with heavy industrial or manufacturing plant steam systems, centrifugal chillers, air handling units, turbines, boilers, cooling towers, air compressors, air dryers, heat exchangers, exhaust systems, pneumatic controls, and building automation control systems.
• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and EAMS experience is a plus.
• Experience interpreting a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Compensation Details:

• The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
• Benefits Overview:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k) matching
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-OHara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions and benefits.

Original Posting:

• Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
• Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding, age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability, so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.