Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager Covanta parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) United States, Jersey, ark 183 Raymond Boulevard (Show on map) May 12, 2026 Who we are For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes. Our Vision Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment. Our Business Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals. Our Value Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world. All that we're missing is you. Apply today! About the role The Maintenance Manager provides leadership and strategic direction to the site maintenance organization, ensuring safe, reliable, and costeffective operation of plant assets. This role is responsible for driving daily execution while advancing longterm asset reliability goals through the consistent application of maintenance and reliability best practices. The ideal candidate is a proven people leader with strong technical expertise who can work effectively across disciplines and organizational levels. This position has direct oversight of skilled trades, including Mechanics, Welders, and electrical and instrumentation (E&I) Technicians. Key Objectives Serve as a Safety Leader, ensuring safety is integrated into all maintenance planning and execution activities
Partner closely with Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) teams, with a goal of zero incidents and continuous EHS performance improvement
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that reduce risk, improve productivity and efficiency, and control maintenance costs Essential Duties and Responsibilities Promote a strong culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence
Ensure maintenance and reliability best practices are consistently followed across the site
Provide leadership and expertise during events impacting site safety, health, and environmental performance
Plan, develop, and implement maintenance strategies, procedures, and methods to improve equipment reliability, reduce operating costs, and optimize labor and material utilization
Lead the selection, assignment, coaching, development, and performance management of maintenance personnel
Manage maintenance shops comprising mechanical and E&I crafts
Forecast maintenance staffing needs and support hiring and workforce planning
Develop and maintain a rolling 5year site maintenance strategy
Establish and maintain a maintenance metrics dashboard to drive performance and prioritize improvement initiatives
Develop annual and monthly maintenance budgets and ensure alignment with business objectives
Build and sustain a strong costmanagement structure that identifies short and longterm costreduction opportunities
Lead the site Work Management Program (WMP) to ensure costcompetitive planning, scheduling, and execution
Support and optimize the use of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and related tools
Provide leadership and direction for outage planning and execution, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget
Drive reliability improvements using root cause analysis and preventive/predictive maintenance strategies
Inspect operating equipment to ensure conformance with operational and safety standards
Collaborate with management, engineering, and quality functions to resolve maintenance issues and improve equipment performance Qualifications, Education & Skills WastetoEnergy maintenance experience or a strong background in power generation, industrial, or chemical plant maintenance is preferred
Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience required
Engineering degree preferred
Strong working knowledge of electrical and instrumentation systems, including the National Electrical Code (NEC)
Familiarity with NFPA Arc Flash safety requirements
Proficiency in work management processes, including planning, scheduling, and preventive maintenance
Demonstrated experience in planning and executing major maintenance outages
Thorough understanding of Mechanical Integrity and Quality Assurance programs
Experience with reliability tools such as Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA)
Solid understanding of Lean, 5S, and reliability process improvement methodologies Physical Requirements Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb routinely
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
Ability to qualify for and wear a fullface respirator
Ability to work in varying weather conditions What We Offer You In addition to salary, this roleis eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.
Additional details are available athttps://www.reworldwaste.com/careers/benefits.
For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below. All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities. Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills. Pay Transparency Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future. The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $118,700.00 - $169,800.00 USD. For hourly roles, this is the annualized salary. To calculate the hourly rate, divide by 2080. Our DEI Commitment Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law. Know Your Rights (Click to view poster) If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by going to Reworldwaste.com and clicking on the 'Contact Us' button. Under Inquires, select 'Careers' in the Interest field, fill out all required fields including your message. In the message section, please note this is a 'Job Application Accommodation Request'. Attention Staffing Agencies & Search Firms Reworld may sometimesselectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role)has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.