Maintenance Technician

Niles, Michigan

30+ days ago

Job Description

Maintenance Technician
Location:
Pay Rate: $28 to $34 per year

Position Overview
A growing organization is seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Technician to join their operations team across multiple plant locations. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing or industrial environment. The ideal candidate brings hands-on technical expertise, a strong commitment to safety, and the ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical issues efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production machinery, HVAC systems, electrical panels, plumbing, and facility infrastructure
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic system failures using appropriate testing tools and equipment
Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams to complete repairs accurately
Coordinate with production supervisors to schedule maintenance activities that minimize disruption to operations
Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, parts usage, and equipment history within the computerized maintenance management system
Respond promptly to emergency equipment breakdowns and implement effective solutions to restore operations
Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, and company policies
Support installation and commissioning of new equipment and assist with facility improvement projects as needed
Communicate clearly with team members, supervisors, and vendors regarding work orders, parts procurement, and repair status

Requirements

Minimum of two years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or commercial facility setting
Demonstrated knowledge of electrical systems, mechanical components, pneumatics, and hydraulics
Ability to read and interpret schematics, technical drawings, and equipment manuals
Familiarity with lockout/tagout, confined space, and other critical safety protocols
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently under pressure
Basic computer skills for entering work orders and maintaining maintenance logs
Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends or on-call shifts as required
High school diploma or equivalent required; technical trade certification or vocational training preferred

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a related field is preferred

Screening Questions

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Numbers & Facts

Location	Niles, Michigan
Website	https://www.theemployeeconnect.com/

Skills

Blueprintsunmatched
Commissioningunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Computer Skillsunmatched
Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)unmatched
Corporate Policiesunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Electrical Engineeringunmatched
Electrical Wiringunmatched
Electricityunmatched
Emergency Responseunmatched
Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
High School Diplomaunmatched
Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
Maintenance - HVACunmatched
Maintenance Servicesunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
On Callunmatched
Order Processingunmatched
Plumbingunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Production Machiningunmatched
Production Managementunmatched
Production Scheduleunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Safety Complianceunmatched
Schematicsunmatched
Technical Drawingunmatched
Technical Writingunmatched
Test Toolsunmatched
Testingunmatched

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