Maintenance Technician

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving manufacturing equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations. This position supports production by minimizing equipment downtime and maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation systems.
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement effective repairs to minimize downtime.
• Conduct routine inspections of production equipment and facility systems.
• Install, modify, and maintain machinery, conveyors, motors, pumps, compressors, and related equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, and technical drawings.
• Maintain and repair electrical systems, including motors, sensors, relays, and control panels.
• Support Continuous Improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and equipment reliability.
• Assist with equipment upgrades, new equipment installations, and facility projects.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Participate in on-call support and overtime as required.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical certification or vocational training in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and conveyor systems.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and maintenance management software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of robotics and automation systems.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles.
• Forklift and aerial lift certification.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb for extended periods.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, heat, and moving machinery.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends and overtime as required.

Key Competencies

• Safety Focus
• Problem Solving
• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Communication Skills
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Reliability and Accountability