Lead Equipment Maintenance Technician

HiFyve is hiring an Equipment Maintenance Lead for a Manufacturing company!

Salary: $30–$42 per hour, depending on experience and level

Shift:

• B Shift: Monday–Wednesday, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
• D Shift: Thursday–Saturday, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM

Location: Southeast Georgia

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead maintenance activities and provide technical support to maintenance technicians on assigned shifts.
• Perform preventative, routine, emergency, and unscheduled maintenance on manufacturing and production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair CNC machines, lathes, servo motors, controls, and other complex production equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Diagnose equipment failures and determine the appropriate repair strategy.
• Troubleshoot motor starters, controls, sensors, limit switches, fuses, pumps, valves, and other machine components.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Perform mechanical troubleshooting, including checking machine alignment and runout on CNC equipment.
• Troubleshoot Okuma, Haas, and Fanuc CNC controls.
• Troubleshoot PLC logic and I/O systems. PLC programming is not required, but the ability to understand and edit PLC logic is preferred.
• Understand and apply NFPA 79 and NFPA 70E requirements.
• Read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics, machine manuals, technical specifications, and drawings.
• Use diagnostic equipment and precision measuring instruments to identify equipment problems.
• Service and repair mechanical components, including pumps, motors, shafts, bearings, and spindles.
• Plan repair procedures and assist with machining, fabrication, fitting, and alignment of replacement parts.
• Perform power distribution troubleshooting and identify equipment component failures.
• Perform facility and equipment maintenance as needed.
• Provide guidance and technical support to other maintenance technicians.
• Help train and develop Level 2 and Level 3 maintenance technicians.
• Communicate maintenance issues, equipment status, and repair needs with production and management.
• Record and track maintenance schedules and completed work.
• Maintain proper housekeeping and support 6S initiatives.
• Safely isolate hazardous energy and follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Safely operate or utilize man lifts, scissor lifts, and JLG boom lifts as required.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts focused on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Productivity.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while serving as a technical resource for the maintenance team.
• Support additional maintenance projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 7+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Strong hands-on electrical and mechanical troubleshooting experience.
• Strong knowledge of three-phase motors, motor starters, controls wiring, sensors, limit switches, and electrical components.
• Strong hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting experience.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing CNC equipment.
• Experience with Okuma, Haas, and Fanuc controls preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot CNC equipment and understand MDI functions.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC logic and I/O systems.
• PLC programming is not required, but the ability to understand and edit PLC logic is preferred.
• Ability to diagnose equipment by testing components and walking through electrical and mechanical troubleshooting processes.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic schematics.
• Knowledge of NFPA 79 and NFPA 70E.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills, including machine alignment and runout.
• Advanced experience using hand, power, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools.
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and hazardous-energy isolation procedures.
• Ability to safely operate man lifts, scissor lifts, and JLG boom lifts.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to lead, train, and support other maintenance technicians.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and work effectively under pressure.
• Willingness to participate in continued training and skill development.
• Ability to work weekends and overtime as needed.
• Must be able to meet applicable employment eligibility and compliance requirements.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive pay of $30–$42 per hour, based on experience and level.
• Night shift opportunity with a consistent 3-day schedule.
• Approximately 6 hours of overtime per week, with additional opportunities as needed.
• Climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
• Training and career development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work in a private, non-union manufacturing environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing equipment and technology.
• Opportunity to serve as a technical leader and help develop the maintenance team.
• Supportive workplace focused on safety, continuous improvement, and employee development.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, and perform physical maintenance tasks throughout the workday.
• Comfortable working around machinery, industrial equipment, noise, and other manufacturing conditions.
• Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ability to safely operate or work around elevated work platforms and lifts.