Maintenance Planner

enviva· Operations
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📍 Epes, AL

About this role

The Enviva team is driven by our shared vision for a renewable energy future. We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven, global energy company specializing in delivering sustainable wood bioenergy solutions. We are the world’s largest producer of sustainable wood pellets, which provide a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels.

The Maintenance Planner is accountable for the planning of routine, preventative, predictive and outage related E & I and mechanical maintenance activities. The Planner supports the team members to achieve maximum facility availability in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner within all environmental, regulatory and safety standards.

Responsibilities

  • Approach all work order planning with the understanding that safety is the #1 priority.
  • Develop detailed job plans including the labor (type & quantity), materials, tools and work procedures for repairs, alterations and preventative maintenance.
  • Receiving, reviewing and ensuring accuracy and completeness of all requests for plant work and then going out into the plant and planning the work.
  • Determining and arranging for materials, parts and special tools or equipment required to perform work order scope and making sure they are available before scheduling the work.
  • Coordinating maintenance planning activities and reviewing work orders with the appropriate personnel to assure safety and mutual agreement and understanding, arranging for LOTO.
  • Serve as site subject matter expert for Dynamics 365 (EAM/CMMS).
  • Operations, maintaining liaison among departments to coordinate maintenance planning activities.
  • Compile data and generate required reports for monitoring personnel and department performance against established goals.
  • Provides fast response for support to plant operations as needed.
  • Maintain equipment manuals, BOMs for equipment, and job plan database.
  • Monitor non-scheduled work for possible corrective actions through PM or routine inspections.
  • Maintain and audit Preventive Maintenance work orders.
  • Lead the planning, scheduling, communication and optimization of down days and non-down days activities.

Qualifications 

  • Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in maintenance-related applications.
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • In-depth knowledge of station systems and processes in both operations and maintenance areas.
  • Must thoroughly understand process controls and computer systems, including hardware and software.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and communications skills (oral and written) are required, in addition to sound motivational, teamwork and leadership qualities

Preferred Qualifications - What Sets You Apart

  • An Associate degree in Engineering with four (4) years of relevant experience is desired.
  • Prior experience in a similar role.
  • Experience with MS Project or Primavera P6 scheduling software
  • Knowledge of company policies and procedures and environmental regulations is required
  • Thorough knowledge of all MS Office, Windows including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Working Conditions

  • Must be able to work in outdoor environments and occasionally in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees 
  • Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment 
  • Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment.

Physical Requirements

  • Willing and able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day
  • Willing and able to work around moving equipment and machinery
  • Willing and able to pull and lift, up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

This position is not eligible for visa support.

EEO Statement 

Enviva is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Enviva does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member, genetic information or any other status protected by law. Enviva complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we operate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Maintenance Planner position at enviva?
The salary for this Maintenance Planner role at enviva is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Maintenance Planner position at enviva located?
This Maintenance Planner role at enviva is based in Epes, AL. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Maintenance Planner at enviva belong to?
This Maintenance Planner position is part of the Operations department at enviva. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Maintenance Planner position at enviva?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to enviva's official application portal hosted on greenhouse where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Maintenance Planner job at enviva posted?
This Maintenance Planner position at enviva was posted on Jul 27, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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