Maintenance Manager

Who we are

About The Black Tux

We’re here to help people look their best and feel confident—for big days and everyday. We design and manufacture modern formal wear with an incredible fit by sourcing natural fabrics like merino wool, breathable linen and cotton, plush velvet, and luxurious silk from the finest textile mills. With expert stylists in our physical showrooms across the US, our online predictive fit process, and an industry-leading customer service team, we guarantee a perfect fit every time.

About the team

In this role, you’d be joining the Maintenance team. The team’s mission is or this team is integral for the comprehensive upkeep, safety, reliability, and continuous improvement of all facility and operational systems across our warehouses

What you’ll do

To further this important mission, we are looking for a Maintenance Manager. This role leads a team of facilities coordinators and maintenance technicians, and coordinates with outside service providers to ensure that building infrastructure, warehouse equipment, garment care systems, and automation equipment operate at peak performance. They have hands-on technical expertise across multiple maintenance disciplines, a strong foundation in lean manufacturing principles, and a demonstrated commitment to Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and data-driven reliability improvement.

• Plan and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, structural, and climate control systems across the facility.
• Maintain warehouse infrastructure, including pallet racking, storage systems, docks, and material handling equipment.
• Lead maintenance and troubleshooting for dry cleaning, laundry, garment finishing, and steam tunnel equipment.
• Manage automated conveyance systems, including sorters, diverters, overhead garment systems, and controls integration.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with landlords, OEMs, contractors, IT teams, and third-party service providers.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, environmental, and local safety regulations, including LOTO, PPE, confined space, and hot work requirements.
• Champion TPM and continuous improvement initiatives, including OEE tracking, 5S, Kaizen, RCA, and preventive maintenance optimization.
• Analyze downtime and equipment performance data to improve reliability and support capital planning decisions.
• Recruit, develop, schedule, and manage multi-skilled maintenance technicians across shifts.
• Oversee maintenance budgets, CMMS/work order systems, asset history, spare parts inventory, and vendor management.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Safety, Finance, and IT to align maintenance priorities with business goals.

Who You Are

• 5–7+ years of progressive maintenance experience in a high-volume warehouse, distribution center, or manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years in a supervisory or management role overseeing a multi-trade maintenance team.
• Hands-on expertise in building mechanical systems, industrial equipment, automated material handling/conveyance systems, and garment care or dry-cleaning equipment.
• Strong background implementing TPM and continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, Kaizen, RCA, and PDCA methodologies.
• Knowledgeable in CMMS platforms, OSHA and NFPA regulations, environmental compliance, and Industry 4.0 technologies such as predictive maintenance and IoT-based monitoring.
• TPM Practitioner or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certified preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving, root cause analysis, and prioritization skills, with a customer-focused mindset in fast-paced, high-volume operations.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and disability plans
• Option to participate in a 401(k) plan through Betterment
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement
• Monthly wellness stipend
• Free snacks & beverages
• 6 weeks paid parental leave; an additional 6-8 weeks disability leave for eligible birthing parents
• One Medical and Wellhub (Gympass) membership
• Employee engagement, cultural events, and trainings
• Discounts on garment rental and purchases for you, your partner, and friends & family
• Annual compensation review process

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

We believe our people are our most important asset. The Black Tux is committed to bringing people together from various backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe and welcoming work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse & inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do impactful work together. We are an equal opportunity employer to all.

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Compensation

The base salary range for this position will be $85,000-$95,000. Compensation may vary based on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and location. The Black Tux defines compensation plans using market data aligned with comparable companies at a similar stage and size as ours.