Maintenance Controller

Position Summary: The Maintenance Controller plays a critical role in overseeing the daily operations of fleet maintenance activities. This position ensures work is properly planned, tracked, and executed while supporting branch teams and driving consistency across the maintenance program. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, operational awareness, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor day-to-day fleet maintenance activities across multiple branches
• Track maintenance schedules, work orders, and asset readiness to ensure minimal downtime
• Partner with branch maintenance teams to prioritize and execute maintenance work
• Maintain accurate records within maintenance systems, ensuring data integrity and visibility
• Support compliance efforts related to DOT, safety, and quality standards
• Assist in developing and maintaining preventive maintenance schedules
• Collaborate with Fleet Services, Safety & Quality, and DOT Compliance teams
• Identify and escalate maintenance issues impacting operations
• Support reporting and analysis of maintenance KPIs and performance metrics
• Assist with onboarding and integration during branch acquisitions
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Maintenance Director

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience in maintenance, logistics, or operations
• Experience in fleet maintenance, equipment management, or similar field preferred
• Strong organizational and coordination skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Barnhart Offers

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) program with company match up to 10% of pay
• Family medical, dental and vision insurance available after 90 days
• Paid time off and other benefits
• Barnhart CARES family care and community service opportunities

PURPOSE – Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the world.

MINDS OVER MATTER – Barnhart has built a nationwide reputation for solving problems. We specialize in the lifting, heavy-rigging, and heavy transport of major components used in American industry.

NETWORK – Barnhart has built teams that form one of our industry’s strongest network of talent and resources with over 60 branch locations across the U.S. working together to serve our customers. This growing network offers our team members constant opportunity for career growth and professional development.

CULTURE – Barnhart has a strong team culture -- the “One TEAM.” We are looking for smart, hard-working people who strive for excellence in their work and appreciate collaboration. Join a team that values Safety, Servant Leadership, Quality Service, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, Fairness, and Profit with a Purpose.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran