Maintenance Team Lead

Maintenance Team Lead Volumetric Building Companies

Who are we?

Volumetric Building Companies (VBC) is a vertically integrated global volumetric construction leader, headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. with locations across the United States and in Europe in the UK, Poland and Serbia.

Utilizing our technology-enabled design and engineering model, precision-driven manufacturing capabilities, and project-proven modular construction expertise, the company’s focus is on providing high quality, sustainably produced buildings in less time across varied market sectors including housing and hospitality.

As we grow, we are continually and very selectively adding top talent to our team. Our engaging culture is one that promotes teamwork, innovation, continuous learning, open and candid communications, and respect and support for one another, and for the communities in which we operate.

If you think you are one of the best at what you do and want to join us on our journey to build the future and improve lives, then we’d love to hear from you!

About the role

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Maintenance Team Lead to lead a team of maintenance technicians on the floor of our fast-paced, manufacturing-based modular construction facility. This individual will direct the team's daily work, take on the toughest equipment repairs, and keep production equipment and facility systems running safely and reliably. The ideal candidate is a strong maintenance technician who is ready to lead. You bring solid troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and controls systems, and you can organize the team's work, train other technicians, and work closely with production to keep the plant on schedule. You will report to the Maintenance Supervisor and act as the point of contact for maintenance on your shift. Unlike traditional jobsite construction, our manufacturing environment depends on reliable equipment and well-maintained facilities to build with consistency, precision, and efficiency. The Maintenance Team Lead will play a key role in reducing unplanned downtime, completing preventive maintenance on time, and building the skills of the maintenance team as VBC's production volume and automation grow. VBC builds volumetric modular buildings: complete, finished modules built on an assembly line in our factory, then shipped and set on site to form apartments, hotels, and other buildings. When a station or crane goes down, modules stop moving down the line, which puts project schedules and site set dates at risk. The Maintenance Team Lead keeps the line moving so modules ship complete and on time.

About you

You're a skilled maintenance technician who other people already come to for help. You lead by example, troubleshoot with confidence, and take pride in fixing problems the right way the first time. You communicate clearly with your team, production supervisors, and maintenance leadership, and you thrive in a hands-on environment where safety, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement are essential to success.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance Operations & Shift Leadership

• Lead the daily work of the maintenance technicians on your shift, assigning work orders based on safety, production impact, and equipment priorities set by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Work hands-on alongside the team, troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control systems.
• Serve as the first point of escalation on your shift for equipment breakdowns, and escalate major issues to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Maintain and repair production equipment, including saws, CNC and automated framing equipment, pneumatic tools, overhead cranes and hoists, forklifts and material handling equipment, air compressors, and dust collection systems.
• Support the equipment that moves modules down the line, including floor, wall, and ceiling panel lines, module transfer and moving systems, gantry and bridge cranes used to lift modules, and finishing stations.
• Support the upkeep of facility systems, including HVAC, electrical distribution, lighting, plumbing, and the building envelope.
• Communicate with production supervisors on equipment status, repair timing, and planned downtime to minimize disruption to production.
• Coordinate and escort outside contractors on site, and make sure they follow site safety requirements.
• Provide a clear shift handoff on open work orders, equipment issues, and safety concerns.
• Take part in the on-call rotation and respond to after-hours and weekend emergencies as needed.

Preventive Maintenance & Equipment Reliability

• Make sure the team completes preventive maintenance (PM) tasks on schedule and to standard.
• Enter and close work orders in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), recording repairs, parts used, and time spent.
• Track recurring breakdowns and help lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions to prevent repeat failures.
• Recommend improvements to PM tasks, checklists, and schedules based on what the team sees on the floor.
• Support the installation, startup, and debugging of new equipment and production line changes.
• Help get new equipment and station changes ready for new modular project launches so the line can build each project's modules on schedule.

Team Support & Training

• Train, coach, and mentor maintenance technicians on troubleshooting, repair methods, equipment knowledge, and safe work practices.
• Set the example for attendance, safety, work quality, and professional conduct on your shift.
• Give the Maintenance Supervisor input on technician performance, skill gaps, and training needs, and help onboard new technicians.
• Help build cross-training so every critical piece of equipment has more than one technician who can support it.
• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and accountable team environment that encourages problem-solving and continuous learning.

Safety & Compliance

• Make sure all maintenance work follows lockout/tagout (LOTO), electrical safety (NFPA 70E), confined space, hot work, and fall protection procedures.
• Follow safe practices for work around module lifts, overhead cranes, and work at heights on and inside modules.
• Check that machine guarding and equipment safety devices are in place and working before equipment returns to production.
• Identify and correct unsafe conditions, and take part in safety inspections, audits, and investigations with EHS.
• Help complete required inspections for cranes, hoists, forklifts, and other regulated equipment, and keep the records accurate.
• Report incidents, near misses, and equipment-related safety risks right away, in line with company procedures.

Parts, Documentation & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor spare parts and critical spares, flag low stock, and help the Maintenance Supervisor keep the parts room organized.
• Keep tools, equipment, and the maintenance shop clean, organized, and ready for use.
• Use a structured problem-solving approach, including Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA), to find root causes and put lasting fixes in place.
• Suggest and help carry out projects that improve equipment performance, safety, and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, timekeeping, and shift reports.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience as a lead, senior technician, or trainer of other technicians strongly preferred.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required; technical certification or trade school training in industrial maintenance, electrical, mechatronics, or a related field preferred. Apprenticeship or military technical training is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical (including 480V three-phase), pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC-based control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and technical specifications.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and a CMMS.
• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements, LOTO, NFPA 70E, and machine guarding.
• Welding, fabrication, or forklift certification is a plus.
• Experience in modular, off-site, or prefabricated construction manufacturing strongly preferred; woodworking or building products experience is a plus.
• Understanding of how volumetric modules are built and moved through a plant, from panels and framing through MEP rough-in, finishes, and shipping.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead peers.
• Basic computer skills for work orders, email, and shift reports.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and on-call coverage, to support production and respond to emergencies.

We offer

• Highly competitive pay, benefits program, and flexible time-off programs
• 401(k) program with employer matching
• Employee referral programs with charitable donations
• Day of Giving program to volunteer at community charities

VBC is an equal opportunity employer