Facility Maintenance Technician-1st Shift

Description of the Facility Maintenance Technician-1st Shift:

The Facility Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining production equipment, manufacturing systems, and building infrastructure to support efficient plant operations.

This position requires experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and building systems.

The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical and electrical skills, with the ability to diagnose and repair electrical circuits, controls, and other equipment-related issues.

The successful candidate will work independently while supporting the reliability, safety, and performance of production and facility equipment.

Position is Mon.-Fri. from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Facility Maintenance Technician 1st Shift 

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Areas of specialization may include one or more of the following: electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, vacuum, hydraulics, refrigeration, welding and fabrication.

• Experience working with 3-phase electrical systems.

• Ability to safely operate and maintain power tools such as saws, drills, and other shop equipment.

• Assist in the operation and maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, compressed air, dust collection, and other plant systems.

• Perform basic carpentry work, including the construction of workbenches, tables, shelving units, and storage racks.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance and maintain accurate maintenance records.

• Work closely with Production and Manufacturing teams to support internal customer needs.

• Perform general repairs and maintenance of offices, common areas, and facility structures.

• Monitor machines to ensure highest level of safety compliance.

• Monitor equipment and work areas to support safety compliance. Demonstrate and follow safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, Aerial Lift, and other applicable safety requirements.

• Able to interpret schematics, manuals, diagrams and equipment specifications 

• Participate in cross-training and serve as backup support for other maintenance technicians.

Requirements & Work Environment for the Facility Maintenance Technician 1st Shift: 

• Strong mechanical aptitude

·        Strong communication and customer service skills with the ability to work effectively with employees and management.

• Dependable and able to manage time and projects efficiently

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and assignments simultaneously

• Strong safety awareness to ensure a safe and healthy workplace

• Must have a valid clean driver’s license

• Able to work overtime when required, including weekends

• Able to safely lift and move up to 100 pounds, with or without assistance

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and vibration

• Requires close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Education and/or Experience for the Facility Maintenance Technician 1st Shift:  High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

• Minimum (3) years’ experience in maintenance, repair & preventative maintenance

• Experience with basic carpentry 

• Facility maintenance or manufacturing maintenance experience is preferred

• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting experience required

• Basic computer skills for word processing, email and spreadsheets

Pay Range Facility Maintenance Technician 1st Shift

• Range commensurate upon experience - $23-$28/hr.

Additional consideration may be given to candidates with advanced electrical, mechanical, or manufacturing maintenance experience.

Benefits at PRS Guitars:

• Competitive wages
• Medical Coverage (3 Plan Options)
• Dental Coverage (2 Plan Options)
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid short term disability insurance
• Company Paid long term disability insurance
• Voluntary life insurance for the employee, spouse and children
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K Plan WITH a company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee guitars and discounts on PRS gear and apparel
• We like to have FUN! Parties, Ping Pong, Art Shows, Onsite Yoga & other wellness activities, Game Nights, Movie Nights, Employee Band Concerts are just a few examples of our Fun Calendar!

About Paul Reed Smith Guitars: Located in Stevensville, Maryland, Paul Reed Smith Guitars is one of the world's premier guitar and amplifier manufacturers. Since our humble beginnings in 1985, PRS Guitars has always strived to create the highest quality instruments possible. Guitar and amplifier building are very personal things here, as most of us are dedicated players, refining our craft as builders, musicians, and artists of all kinds. Our deep commitment to the craft and our culture of quality are what drive PRS in the workplace and the marketplace. 

We are a unique bunch with passion, deeply rooted culture, and ever maturing understanding of the instrument, so if you are looking for an exciting career opportunity within a fast-paced and dynamic organization, PRS could be a great fit for you. Being located on Kent Island gives us the best of both worlds within Maryland.