Maintenance Planner Early Career
Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
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Job Summary
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Maintenance Planner to join our Energy team in Houston. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals who are eager to develop their skills in maintenance planning asset management and energy operations.
In this role you will support the development and execution of maintenance plans that help improve equipment reliability reduce downtime and optimize lifecycle performance. You will work closely with experienced team members and receive training on systems and processes including IBM Maximo (CMMS/EAM).
Location: Houston TX (preferred)
What you will do
As a Maintenance Planner you will:
Support the development and maintenance of long-term and annual maintenance plans
Assist in creating and updating maintenance schedules and tracking completed or postponed activities
Help coordinate resources spare parts tools and service teams to ensure readiness for maintenance activities
Work with IBM Maximo and other tools to support planning scheduling and data tracking (training provided)
Contribute to maintenance reporting and basic analysis (e.g. plan vs. execution forecasts)
Review technical documentation and support the integration of recommendations into maintenance plans
Collaborate with internal teams and customers to ensure clear communication and effective execution
What you bring (required)
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Electrical Mechatronics or a related technical field
02 years of experience (internships co-ops or relevant academic projects are welcome)
Strong analytical and organizational skills
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
Good communication skills and willingness to learn in a team environment
Nice to have (but not required)
Exposure to maintenance planning asset management or industrial operations (internship or coursework)
Familiarity with CMMS/EAM tools such as IBM Maximo
Basic understanding of maintenance concepts (preventive predictive corrective maintenance)
Experience in power generation or industrial environments
Bilingual English/Spanish
Why join Wärtsilä
Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. We offer:
A structured learning environment and on-the-job training
Exposure to global projects and experienced professionals
Opportunities for career growth within the energy sector
Meaningful work supporting the decarbonization transformation
Last application date: 02/06/2026
Candidates for regular U.S and Puerto Rico positions must be a U.S. citizen national or an alien admitted as permanent resident refugee asylee with valid work permit or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255a(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E F-1 H-1 H1B H-2 L B J or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire.
Individuals hired for positions that require on-site customer interactions and/or in-person travel may be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or other country-specific vaccinations unless otherwise prohibited by law.
Wärtsilä North America values our employees. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Wärtsilä North America is an EOE/AA employer.
At Wärtsilä we value respect and embrace all our differences and are committed to diversity inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.
Effective January 2025 Wartsila companies in the USA have implemented a new hybrid work model. Most employees who live within 40 miles of an office will work 2 days per week in office. This model will provide our employees the flexibility of working from home while also providing the benefits of in-person collaboration twice a week. We will be happy to provide more information during your interview process.
Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position depending on the applicable country.
This is Wärtsilä
Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18300 professionals in more than 230 locations in 77 countries shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more .
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