Facilities Maintenance Planner
Los Angeles, CA - USA
Job Summary
Step into the engine room of global commerce. At APM Terminals Pier 400 you wont just be doing a job youll be part of one of the most advanced container terminals in the world. From cutting-edge automation to large-scale operations at the Port of Los Angeles every project and every improvement helps keep global supply chains moving efficiently.
This is where innovation meets execution. Youll work alongside highly skilled teams leveraging technology data and operational expertise to support safe reliable and uninterrupted terminal operations. Here your work helps drive operational excellence across one of the busiest gateways in North America.
- Work at one of the most technologically advanced terminals globally
- Be part of large-scale high-impact operations
- Gain exposure to automation digitalization and innovation
- Continuous improvement mindset where curiosity is encouraged root-cause problem solving is valued and making things better every day is part of how we win
At APM Terminals a global leader in port and terminal operations we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. As part of the A.P. Moller-Maersk Group we connect economies and communities worldwide. Our success is driven by a strong commitment to LEAN methodologies embedding continuous improvement into every aspect of our operations. Join us and be part of a team that values excellence collaboration and innovation.
Join us as we continue to shape the future of global trade and make a meaningful impact on communities worldwide. Discover your potential with APM Terminals and become part of a team thats redefining industry standards.
The Facilities Maintenance Planner plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability safety and availability of terminal infrastructure and facilities. This position bridges operations and maintenance teams by transforming maintenance requirements into executable plans coordinating resources and optimizing maintenance activities to minimize downtime and maximize asset performance.
- Develop and maintain preventive predictive and corrective maintenance plans for terminal facilities and infrastructure
- Create detailed work packages including scope labor materials permits and safety requirements
- Schedule maintenance activities in close coordination with terminal operations to minimize disruption
- Prioritize work orders based on safety operational impact and asset condition
- Support the efficient use of IFS and CMMS systems to drive maintenance effectiveness and business objectives
- Interface with equipment and service providers to review technical specifications and support maintenance strategies
- Coordinate with procurement and warehouse teams to ensure timely availability of parts and materials
- Support contractor planning scope development and work execution activities
- Forecast labor requirements contractor resources and material needs
- Track maintenance history costs and performance metrics
- Maintain maintenance plans work order records and asset information within the IFS system
- Analyze KPIs including schedule compliance backlog asset availability and maintenance costs
- Identify opportunities to improve asset reliability planning efficiency and cost performance
At APM Terminals we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers employees to excel. Our commitment to continuous improvement ensures every team member has opportunities to develop skills grow professionally and make a meaningful impact.
As part of our team employees benefit from:
- Exposure to world-class port and terminal operations
- Career development opportunities within a global organization
- A collaborative inclusive and safety-focused culture
- Continuous learning and professional development programs
- Opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure and operational improvement initiatives
- Competitive compensation and benefits programs
- The chance to contribute to the future of global trade
Education
- Diploma or Bachelors degree in Facilities Management Maintenance Management Engineering or a related field
- Familiarity with container terminal operations and union labor environments preferred
Experience
- 3 to 7 years of maintenance planning experience
- Experience within container terminals ports logistics hubs heavy industrial environments or large facilities operations preferred
- Hands-on experience with IFS CMMS or related maintenance management systems
Skills
- Strong planning scheduling and organizational capabilities
- Solid understanding of facilities and civil infrastructure maintenance practices
- Ability to coordinate effectively across multiple stakeholders and operational teams
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret maintenance performance data and KPIs
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
What were looking for:
- Lean-minded: we are looking for someone who brings a strong mindset of continuous improvement someone who is naturally curious committed to solving problems at the root and driven to make things better every day
- A proactive planner who can balance operational priorities with long-term asset reliability
- A collaborative professional who thrives in a dynamic fast-paced environment
- Someone who can turn complex maintenance requirements into clear executable plans
This role is primarily office-based with regular field inspections across terminal facilities. Employees can expect to work in an active port environment with exposure to heavy equipment and marine operations. Flexibility may be required to support critical maintenance activities outages or operational priorities.
Salary: $110K - $125K
Location: Los Angeles CA
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About Company
Maersk Line is a Danish international container shipping company and the largest operating subsidiary of the Maersk Group, a Danish business conglomerate. It is the world's largest container shipping company by both fleet size and cargo capacity, serving 374 offices in 116 countries