RDU Airport Authority provides a world-class customer experience for millions of passengers traveling to or through the airport. Our organization honors leadership, integrity, teamwork, excellence, and respect. We’re known for innovation, and we need skilled professionals to match our team. Here at RDU, we’ve created a culture that attracts bright, passionate, and caring people who sincerely want to do their best for our internal and external partners. Our organization offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment that promotes teamwork, creativity, and collaboration. As a team member at RDU, you can expect to make a difference through your work, to have a direct impact on the achievement of a very meaningful mission, to advance your career trajectory, and to have room for fun and fulfillment in your daily life.
Does this sound like the challenge that you have been searching for? If so, please consider applying for the Director of Maintenance Engineering position supporting our Facilities Division at the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority.
At RDU, your career goals guide our efforts. Most importantly, here at RDU, we fly high and help people find freedom. Freedom to land in a place that fits today, and one that fits in the future. Freedom to find clarity in chaos, to lean into transition and achieve growth. Freedom to thrive, on both sides of the equation. RDU provides an opportunity to work with an awesome team, all dedicated to our core values of Learning, Integrity, Team, Excellence, and Respect.
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Director of Maintenance Engineering is responsible for supporting the operation, maintenance, and repair of airport infrastructure at RDU, including planning activities to ensure staff and vendor compliance with work processes and key performance metrics. The Director of Maintenance Engineering will lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) Program that establishes safe minimum levels of maintenance for equipment types considering cost, equipment uptime, and level of risk. Responsibilities also include cataloging new and existing equipment, developing appropriate Preventative Maintenance (PM) tasks and schedules, maximizing the utilization of RDU’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Infor EAM (Hexagon), and providing analysis and reporting of completed PMs, work orders, and equipment reliability. The individual will work closely with facilities, fields, fuel and fleet maintenance, planners, and capital project support staff to ensure the development efficient, timely, and effective asset management program. The Director of Maintenance Engineering will also serve as the lead the Authority’s comprehensive inspection program of RDU and tenant-controlled spaces. The Director of Maintenance Engineering will supervise the Manager of Fuel Systems, Fleet Manager, CMMS Administrator, Material Control Supervisors. The Director of Maintenance Engineering will report to the VP of OAM and will assist with various other administrative functions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Leading the development and implementation of a comprehensive Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) Program at RDU
Lead efforts to document equipment criticality, develop preventive maintenance task plans, schedules, and associated documents and to implement these for shop execution using Infor EAM (Hexagon).
Research and review recommended maintenance practices for new and existing equipment using OEM equipment manuals, industry guidance, or shop subject matter experts. Develop maintenance plans that provide necessary equipment reliability while minimizing costs and building occupant interruptions.
Performs PM inspections and provides technical support beyond normal day to day operational concerns.
Define and document standard workflow processes for creating and maintaining asset information, setting up and modifying PM schedules, tasks, routes, and oversee implementation of these processes by providing user training and periodic system review.
Lead efforts to maintain thorough, accurate, and timely information of equipment under management. This includes working with project managers, contractors, and shops or reviewing construction drawings to catalogue changes due to construction, renovations, and maintenance. Will also manage small renewal projects.
Participate in establishing and maintaining reports, and KPIs. Assist in developing and presenting an EAM training program utilizing a combination of classroom, online, and print for new employees and skill refresher training for mechanics, customers, supervisors, etc.
Provide analysis of work orders, cost, and shop labor information to evaluate equipment reliability and maintenance costs, recurring maintenance issues to inform decision making on renewal funding or potential maintenance strategy changes.
Identify opportunities, build consensus, and implement continuous process improvements to increase quality, efficiency, or timeliness of work performed by the various departments Operational Asset Management.
Work with RDU IS and the CMMS administrator to help plan and test upgrades or modifications to Infor EAM prior to implementation. Develop test protocols and manage testing process to help organization meet upgrade timelines.
Lead the Authority’s comprehensive inspection program of RDU and tenant-controlled spaces.
Supervise the Manager of Fuel Systems, Fleet Manager, CMMS Administrator, Material Control Supervisors.
Provide support for planned, unplanned and emergency operations at the airport to include special events, inclement weather (hurricanes, snow/ice, tornadoes), aircraft accidents, and other events that may interfere with normal day-to-day operations.
Performs additional related work as required.
HIRING RANGE:
Maximum - Commensurate with experience
Minimum $112,133
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, industrial engineering or another related field
Experience:
Required:
5 years of experience in industrial maintenance and implementation of preventive maintenance and reliability programs required.
2 years of experience of supervision staff.
Preferred:
10 years of experience in industrial maintenance and implementation of preventive maintenance and reliability programs.
Commercial airport experience
Licenses or Certifications:
Required:
Valid NC Driver’s License
Preferred:
Licensed Professional Engineer or Engineer-in-Training
Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP)
Advanced Diploma in Maintenance & Reliability Management (or equivalent)
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
Building and/or utility systems, HVAC & Controls, Plumbing, Mechanical Piping, Electrical, Water, Sewer, Storm, Chilled Water, Steam Distribution Systems.
Maintenance planning, scheduling, and reliability principles.
Maintenance and reliability “best practices”
Skilled in:
Attention to detail, and analysis and decision-making skills.
Use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Change management.
Proficiency in various CMMS software packages on the market required.
Ability to:
Read and understand architectural and engineering drawings including process flow diagrams, P&ID's, and ladder logic diagrams, specifications, and materials and equipment submittals.
Lead improvement activities such as the development/optimization of maintenance plans, equipment criticality analysis, implementation of management processes, problem solving, definition of roles and responsibilities, etc.
Perform Maintenance and Reliability best practice audits to monitor the progress to identify opportunities for improvement to propose work plans to fill the gaps.
Provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS
The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work may be performed indoors or outdoors in potentially adverse conditions on uneven ground in all types of weather. Incumbents may be subjected to outside environmental conditions, moving mechanical parts, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noises as well as gases, workspace restrictions, vibrations, chemicals, and oils.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Positions in this class typically require fingering, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions as well as stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, climbing, balancing, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
RDU AIRPORT AUTHORITY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
At RDU, you’re not just a blip on the radar. We appreciate you and care about your health, happiness and future. Here’s a snapshot of our awesome benefits!
Work-Life Harmony
Paid Vacation Leave
Paid Sick Leave
11 Paid Holidays
Flexible Holiday Options
Health and Wellness
Comprehensive Wellness Program
On-site Fitness Classes & Employee Fitness Center Access
Health Savings Account (HSA) – with matching employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts – medical and dependent care options
Opportunities for employer paid or discounted insurance plans
Financial Wellness
Tuition assistance and career development
Shift Differential pay
401(k) plan, Traditional and Roth options – with matching employer contributions
457(b) plan, Traditional and Roth options
NC Pension Retirement Pan
Employee Discounts – cell phone service plans, RDU Airport Terminal stores and restaurants.
5 years of experience in industrial maintenance and implementation of preventive maintenance and reliability programs required.
10 years of experience in industrial maintenance and implementation of preventive maintenance and reliability programs.
Commercial airport experience.
Education
Preferred
Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
Dip Maint & Reliab Mgmt
Cert Maint & Reliabty Tch
Engineer in Training
Prof Engineer's Lic
Cert Maint. & Relbl. Prof
Skills
Preferred
Teamwork
Planning & Organization
Problem Solving
Critical Thinking
Behaviors
Preferred
Results Driven: Utilizes all available resources effectively in delivering desired results
Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Business Oriented: Applies broad knowledge and seasoned experience in addressing complex issues
Collaborative: Supports organization and team goals
Critical Thinker: Process information
Motivations
Preferred
Self-Starter: Does not require outside inspiration to be motivated
Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
