Maintenance Technician – 1st Shift
Pay & Schedule
- Hourly Pay: $22.28–$37.14, based on experience
- Shift: 1st Shift
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–3:00 PM
- Unpaid Lunch: 12:30 PM–1:00 PM
- Paid Breaks: 8:20 AM, 10:30 AM, and 3:00 PM
- Supervisor: General Manager
Position Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support daily manufacturing operations in a precision machining environment. This position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems on CNC machines, grinders, compressors, and other production equipment.
The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical and electrical background, experience performing preventative maintenance, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment independently. This role plays an important part in keeping production equipment operating safely, reliably, and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, coolant, and machine controller maintenance.
- Troubleshoot and repair production and facility equipment, including CNC machines, grinders, air compressors, and screw machines.
- Perform preventative maintenance and assist with major equipment rebuilds.
- Disassemble and reassemble equipment while following electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
- Complete project-based work, including welding and fabrication as needed.
- Read and interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, and technical documentation.
- Assist with machine startups and provide technical support and training to production operators.
- Review equipment safety requirements and ensure machinery is operated according to safety guidelines.
- Identify equipment, tooling, and process improvements that support machine reliability and operator safety.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Identify and report equipment deficiencies or practices that could impact safety, quality, or production.
- Properly document maintenance activities in accordance with AS9100 requirements.
- Coordinate with outside vendors on equipment inspections, repairs, and service projects.
- Work independently, prioritize assignments, and adapt to changing production needs.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Associate degree in a technical field OR high school diploma/GED with at least 3 years of related technical experience.
- CNC field service experience is also considered.
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities.
- Experience with preventative maintenance and equipment repairs.
- Ability to disassemble and reassemble major equipment for preventative maintenance rebuilds.
- Ability to read and follow electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
- Working knowledge of:
- Gear and belt drives
- Motor and pump systems
- Inverters and servo motors
- CNC controls
- Experience using hand tools, precision gauges, and measuring instruments.
- Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- FANUC controls experience is a plus.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
- Must be able to stand for the duration of the work shift.
- Ability to bend, twist, crouch, and perform physical maintenance tasks.
- Comfortable working around machining oils and coolants.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with machinery and elevated noise levels.
- Must follow all required safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE.
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