Project Manager, Preventive Maintenance

Comfort Systems USA

. Manage preventive maintenance programs, service agreements, and maintenance-related projects from initiation through completion .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing preventive maintenance programs and service agreements while ensuring compliance with NFPA 70B, NFPA 70E, and OSHA standards. Proficient in project management, customer relationship management, and financial oversight within industrial electrical maintenance environments.

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Preventive Maintenance ManagementProject ManagementElectrical TestingCustomer Relationship ManagementBudgeting and Cost Management

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Hard Skills

Electrical Preventive Maintenance PrinciplesElectrical Distribution SystemsMotor Control SystemsCondition-Based Maintenance PracticesRisk AssessmentAsset ManagementElectrical Testing ProceduresInterpreting Electrical DrawingsData AnalysisProject Cost Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailProblem-SolvingCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteMaintenance Management SoftwareProject Management SystemsScheduling SoftwareMobile Reporting Tools

Industry Keywords

NFPA 70BNFPA 70EOSHAIndustrial Electrical MaintenanceReliability EngineeringManufacturing FacilitiesUtility EnvironmentsCommercial FacilitiesElectrical CodesNETA Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage preventive maintenance programs, service agreements, and maintenance-related projects from initiation through completion
Serve as primary customer contact and maintain communication regarding project status, findings, recommendations, and future opportunities
Develop customer relationships and recurring maintenance agreements
Coordinate annual maintenance schedules, inspections, testing, outages, shutdowns, and maintenance events
Lead project planning, scope development, manpower planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, reporting, and resource allocation
Review facilities, electrical infrastructure, and operational requirements to develop maintenance strategies
Coordinate site audits, asset inventories, equipment criticality assessments, and risk evaluations
Transition business development opportunities into successful project execution
Manage project costs, labor utilization, materials, subcontractors, and financial performance
Coordinate resources across multiple customer locations
Review maintenance reports and inspection findings for technical accuracy, consistency, and quality
Ensure compliance with NFPA 70B, NFPA 70E, OSHA, NETA standards, OEM recommendations, and customer safety requirements
Lead kickoff meetings, status reviews, customer presentations, closeout meetings, and internal project reviews
Coordinate outage planning and shutdown activities
Establish expectations, priorities, schedules, and deliverables with Lead and Maintenance Technicians
Mentor and develop Maintenance Leads, Technicians, and Project Coordinators
Support workforce planning and manpower forecasting
Review and approve maintenance scopes, quotes, corrective action plans, and customer recommendations
Identify opportunities for additional maintenance services, corrective repairs, system upgrades, engineering studies, and reliability improvements
Develop department standards, processes, templates, reporting tools, and best practices
Analyze maintenance data, equipment condition information, testing results, and asset health indicators
Assist customers with maintenance budgeting and capital planning
Manage project documentation, reports, action logs, schedules, correspondence, inspection records, and closeout documents
Coordinate procurement of tools, testing equipment, rental equipment, materials, and subcontract services
Review and resolve purchase orders, project costs, invoices, and receivables
Investigate customer concerns, project challenges, quality issues, and safety incidents, implementing corrective actions
Promote safety, quality, accountability, professionalism, and customer success
Report to the Director of Preventive Maintenance & Customer Success and collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5-10 years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance, electrical service, reliability engineering, electrical testing, project management, or a related field
Demonstrated experience managing maintenance programs, service projects, or industrial operations
Strong knowledge of electrical preventive maintenance principles and best practices
Thorough understanding of NFPA 70B, NFPA 70E, OSHA requirements, and applicable electrical codes
Experience working within industrial manufacturing, processing, utility, or commercial facilities
Ability to review and understand maintenance reports, testing data, and equipment condition assessments
Strong financial awareness and understanding of project cost management
Current valid driver's license
Ability to travel as required to customer locations, approximately 50% maximum
Excellent organizational, leadership, and customer service skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
Strong knowledge of electrical distribution systems, industrial electrical equipment, motor control systems, switchgear, transformers, MCCs, panelboards, protective devices, and control systems
Knowledge of NETA testing procedures and electrical reliability principles
Ability to interpret electrical one-line drawings, control schematics, equipment specifications, maintenance reports, and testing results
Understanding of asset management, equipment criticality, risk assessment, reliability-centered maintenance, and predictive maintenance technologies
Working knowledge of infrared thermography, power quality analysis, electrical testing, and condition-based maintenance practices
Ability to manage multiple customers, projects, schedules, and priorities simultaneously
Strong planning, scheduling, budgeting, and organizational skills
Experience coordinating outages, shutdowns, maintenance events, and field personnel
Ability to identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies
Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
Ability to establish priorities and delegate responsibilities effectively
Exceptional customer relationship management skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to confidently present maintenance findings and recommendations to maintenance personnel, engineering teams, plant leadership, and executive management
High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with maintenance management software, project management systems, scheduling software, and mobile reporting tools
Ability to analyze maintenance data and develop customer-facing reports
Strong overall computer skills and ability to learn new software platforms quickly
Commitment to company safety policies, OSHA, NFPA 70E, and customer requirements
Comfortable working in manufacturing plants, processing facilities, utility environments, commercial facilities, and outdoor environments
Capable of conducting facility assessments, participating in outage activities, attending customer meetings, and supporting field operations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Travel to customer locations, approximately 50% maximum
Opportunities to work with Operations, Service, Engineering, Business Development, Safety, and Executive Leadership teams
Mentorship and development of Maintenance Leads, Technicians, and Project Coordinators