Maintenance Planning

Maintenance chaos costs more than time. It drains morale, risks safety, and torpedos productivity. In this witty, relatable, and eye-opening guide, internationally acclaimed maintenance expert Joel Levitt exposes the hidden barriers that steal wrench time, frustrate skilled workers, and sabotage your bottom line. Make no mistake about it: reactive maintenance without planning is chaos.

Packed with real-world examples, workplace banter, and graphic illustrations, this book reveals how poor planning, not people, is the root cause of many daily frustrations. Levitt teaches you how to build robust job plans, create a living Maintenance Knowledge Library, and systematically eliminate the time-wasting chaos plagues unplanned work.
You'll learn how to identify and remove the 13 key barriers to effective maintenance, improve crew productivity by 20% or more, and boost morale by respecting the expertise of your tradespeople. Whether you're a planner, supervisor, or boots-on-the-ground mechanic, this book will transform how you think about maintenance work, making it safer, smarter, and far more satisfying.

Cut the crap. Respect the craft. Get the job done right-the first time. See all of Joel Levitt's books at www.MaintenancePublishing.com