Facility Maintenance Planner

Solar Turbines•Desoto, TX

1d•$65,454 - $98,182•Onsite

About The Position

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. This position supports all aspects of Maintenance and Facilities with the priorities and agenda set forth by Facilities Leadership. Interacts with different levels of inter-organizational personnel, vendors, and consultants. Strong customer interaction skills, ability to identify and solve problems independently and computer literacy are critical for success. Working in a team environment is critical and providing direction to others with different cultural and technical backgrounds is necessary for success. This position directly reports to the Facility Operations and Planning Manager. The position is located in DeSoto and is not a remote position.

Requirements

6+ years of experience in general maintenance or facility maintenance
Strong customer service skills, self-motivated, proactive, detail oriented, and a team player
Ability to stay organized and able to handle competing priorities
Good working knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, etc.)
Ability to maintain and manage communication with maintenance technicians and team leads to ensure timely completion of work orders
Strong organizational and management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) systems
Working knowledge of COUPA - payment portal experience
General knowledge of maintenance processes and methods
Identify, specify, source and order supplies and equipment
Create SOPs for critical and recurring jobs
Lead the planning/scheduling of major shutdowns and provide support and coordination during events
AA degree in General Education

Responsibilities

Process work order assignments
Work closely with all departments to prioritize work schedules and coordination of all maintenance activities
Assist with coordinating supplies and materials for maintenance activities
Preventative maintenance system database entry, update, and upkeep
Create purchase requisitions and purchase orders
Communicate effectively and schedule work with internal customers (Department Managers, Supervisors, and Team Leads) as well as outside vendors and contractors
Provide clerical support for maintenance staff
Develop annual, monthly, and weekly maintenance work order and preventive maintenance reports
Prepare maintenance customer feedback survey reports
Adheres to established industry and enterprise standards, policies and practices relating to safety, quality, schedule, cost, accounting, purchasing and regulatory compliance in performing assigned duties
Participate in the implementation of Continuous Improvements (CI) projects, space planning projects and capital projects
Conducts and completes on-the-job training and technical self-study programs for career development
Work with Maintenance Techs and Engineers to optimize preventative maintenance procedures and document maintenance activities
Ensure all labor hours, materials, and necessary notes or procedural changes are accurately recorded and work is closed in a timely manner
Maintain a safe work environment by documenting and correcting potential safety issues and complying with all safety regulations