The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment and facility systems to keep operations running safely and efficiently. This role supports preventive maintenance efforts, responds to breakdowns, and works closely with operations to minimize downtime.
Key Responsibilities
Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repairs on industrial equipment
Troubleshoot equipment failures and restore production quickly and safely
Complete preventive and predictive maintenance tasks per PM schedules
Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and manuals
Install, align, and test motors, pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, and related equipment
Perform basic PLC troubleshooting (inputs/outputs, sensors, fault codes)
Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders
Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), safety, and plant procedures
Assist with equipment upgrades, shutdowns, and new installations
Communicate issues and recommendations to supervisors and operators
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
3+ years of industrial maintenance experience (manufacturing preferred)
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
Experience with motors, drives, bearings, belts, chains, and gear reducers
Basic understanding of PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Preferred Qualifications
Technical degree or trade school certification
Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics
Welding or fabrication experience
CMMS experience
OSHA or safety training
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to lbs
Stand, walk, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces
Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, or on-call as needed
Manufacturing/industrial setting
Exposure to noise, heat, and moving machinery
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