Job Abstract

Job Title

Maintenance Group Leader

About Canoo

Canoo’s mission is to bring EVs to Everyone and build a world-class team?to?deploy this sustainable mobility revolution.?We have developed breakthrough electric vehicles that are reinventing the automotive landscape with pioneering technologies, award-winning designs, and a unique business model that spans all owners in the full lifecycle of the vehicle. Canoo is starting production and is distinguished by its pioneering and experienced team of technologists, engineers, and designers. With offices around the country, the company is scaling quickly and seeking candidates who love to challenge themselves, are motivated by purpose, and possess a strong desire to get things done.

The “Canoo Way”

Canoo’s success is the direct result of our disciplined application of our core operating principles and drills, which are based on three main principles: Think 80/20 (“Important versus less important”), Act 30/30 (“Reduce waste and increase output”), and Live 90/10 (“We have each other’s back”). We hire based on “MET” - Mindset, Equipment and willingness to Train - and seek individuals that take accountability and deliver results being Humble, Hungry to succeed, and Hunting for opportunities to win. We train our team to engage with each other by modulating between their intellect (iQ) and emotional intelligence (eQ) applying Facts, Finesse, and Force when they communicate. The principles and drills of the CANOO Way have been fundamental to our success, our ability to grow, continuously improve, innovate and are at the core of our day-to-day operations.

Job Purpose

A Maintenance Group Leader is responsible for overseeing all installation, repair and upkeep operations of an organization's facilities and shops (Paint, BIW, General Assembly). Maintenance Group Leaders ensure that their team members have the best physical resources available to complete their duties according to the allotted budget. Additionally, a Maintenance Group Leader will have a solid understanding of plumbing and electrical systems as well as carpentry and other crafts. Maintenance managers work in a variety of industries including manufacturing, electrical plants and commercial buildings.

Responsibilities (80s of the Position)

• Allocate workload and supervise the maintenance team.
• Manage relationships with contractors with service providers.
• Maintain production and facility equipment and place equipment
• Monitor equipment inventory and place orders when necessary.
• Monitor electrical and hydraulic systems of facilities to ensure functionality.
• Plan and oversee all repair and installation activities.
• Ensure that designated buildings, plant and facilities are fit for purpose and provide proactive support when needed.
• Set up and maintain spare parts, OPLs (One Point Lessons) and SMPs (Standard Maintenance Procedures).

Required Experience

• 10+ years’ experience in maintenance management role.
• Strong knowledge of engineering concepts, including electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems.
• Ability to keep track of and report on activity.
• Experience in planning maintenance operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent leadership and management skills.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with staff members.
• Competent in problem solving, team building, planning and decision making.
• Strong computer/presentation skills.

Preferred?Experience?

• Strong knowledge of robotic systems.
• Automotive experience preferred
• Knowledge of Maintenance software, such as Maximo, SAP, etc.
• Predictive maintenance.
• Wastewater Systems
• Sealing Systems
• Paint Process
• Welding Technologies

Travel Requirements

• Travel to support the business as required.

Physical Requirements for Non-Physical Positions

While performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to sit for prolonged periods of time, occasionally bending or stooping, lifting to 25 pounds, and prolonged periods of computer use.

Physical Requirements for Physical Positions

While performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to lift up to 25 or more pounds, stand, sit, bend/stoop, or operate office equipment or machinery

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

What's Cool About Working Here...

• Meaningful, challenging work that will redefine automotive landscape and make EVs available to everyone
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Equity Compensation
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Casual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energy

Canoo is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, past or present military service or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted in response to our job posting shall be considered the property of Canoo Inc. and its subsidiaries and are not subject to payment of referral or placement fees if any such candidate is later hired by Canoo unless you have a signed written agreement in place with us which covers the applicable job posting.

Canoo maintains compliance with the OFCCP. As such, please feel free to review the following information:

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/olms/poster/labor-rights-federal-contractors

If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please call (214) 529-8055 or email us at TalentAcquisition@canoo.com

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