The Maintenance Manager position will lead a multi-site team of maintenance associates, and potentially supervise Area Maintenance Managers to ensure a safe working environment across all sites.

What this job involves:
The Maintenance Manager position will lead a multi-site team of maintenance associates, as well as potentially supervise Area Maintenance Managers, and ensure a safe working environment for all.

What your day-to-day will look like:

Support the Operations team by working in a safe, customer-focused manner; and must be highly self-motivated and customer-centric.

Develop and design innovative solutions to difficult problems, manage outside contractors and be on call for emergencies.

Handle multiple internal and externally sponsored projects and daily activities, manage to and meet deadlines, and develop & track plans on how to accomplish departmental and distribution goals.

Work with local site Safety department leadership to understand, implement, and audit safety programs. Ensure that all safety programs and procedures are followed.

Develop and maintain preventative maintenance programs and good working relationships with operations leadership.

Facilitate technical and safety training, as well as help to develop professional development of departmental facilities associates.

Mentor all maintenance associates by motivating and providing direction to help them achieve their goals and make a consistent effort to go above and beyond.

Develop Maintenance department business plans and provide guidance and direction for the successful implementation of those plans.





Work with site Finance team to develop, set and track budgets.

Participate in and support efficiency improvement Kaizen activities for the site, as well as the network when needed.

Develop capital spending plans, facilitate cross-functional project planning and perform cost analysis.

Own and promote excellent housekeeping.

Participate in weekly network Maintenance calls and periodic Maintenance Manager off site conferences.

Candidates must have the ability to provide specific, enriched feedback to enhance individual performance, and provide associates with written performance appraisals including discipline and up to termination.

Travel up to 20% at a minimum.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree

Ability to work a adaptable schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil)

Ability to travel to various sites as needed.

5+ years’ experience in the distribution or manufacturing field with equivalent experience in the mechanical or electrical field.

Experience in the following areas:

Automated conveyor systems and controls





Electrical and electronic principles

Blueprint and electrical schematic reading

CMMS programs

Preventive maintenance procedures

Industrial electrical

Industrial controls

Industrial electronics

Industrial PC literary

N.E.C.

Ability to develop and maintain a partnership and communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally with Safety, Operations, Engineering, Sr. Management, peers, contractors and vendors

Ability to multitask and prioritize many different projects

Six Sigma Certification

Understanding of Lean Manufacturing Principles

Physical Demands:

Repetitive bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, twisting, sitting, standing, and walking during

Lifting parts and tools weighing on average 20 pounds, occasionally weighing up to 49 pounds

Dexterity in eye/hand coordination, feet (foot pedals) manual (picking, pinching, holding, grasping), and wrist motion (repetitive flexion/rotation)

Working conditions may include small spaces, dust, fumes/odors, hot/cold temperatures, inside/outside noise, vibration, standing on concrete for long hours and wet or uneven surfaces

At JLL, we work together to create a brighter future for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Our collaborative culture—locally and globally—drives innovative solutions. We value wellbeing, inclusivity, and belonging, ensuring every team member feels supported. JLL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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📌 Maintenance Manager (Ontario)
🏢 JLL
📍 Ontario