Step into a day where reliability is the product
You arrive to find your two-to-five-person maintenance crew ready to tackle the day. You set priorities, assign work, and coach technicians to our Guiding Principles. A conveyor unexpectedly stops—within minutes you’re diagnosing, dismantling, and replacing a failed component to minimize downtime. By afternoon, you’re closing out PM logs, walking a utilities inspection, and kicking off a small continuous-improvement project that boosts system uptime.
What you will lead and do
- Direct, coach, and develop Maintenance Technicians to complete preventive maintenance, repairs, and facility upgrades on buildings, mechanical equipment, utility systems, and infrastructure.
- Own projects from scoping to completion; communicate status and feedback to stakeholders.
- Troubleshoot operating equipment; dismantle assemblies, identify defective parts, adjust/repair/replace components, and verify safe return to service.
- Execute hands-on maintenance across: Plumbing; Electrical; Welding; HVAC; Boiler; Pneumatics; Computerized controls; Support of chemistry/lab operations; Support of wastewater operations.
- Complete and review records, maintenance logs, manuals, drawings, and PM documentation with high accuracy.
- Champion safety practices and ensure adherence to procedures and lockout/tagout.
Core competencies
Technical capacity, time management, teamwork, problem solving and analysis, results orientation, customer focus, reliability, communication, and safety management.
Supervision
Lead and coordinate a team of two to five Maintenance Technicians.
Work environment
Expect frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts and occasional exposure to wet/humid conditions, high places, chemicals, outdoor weather, electrical shock risk, and vibration. Noise ranges from moderate to occasionally loud.
Physical demands
Occasional sitting; climbing/balancing; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Ability to lift and move 50+ pounds at times. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
Schedule and travel
- Position type: Full-time
- Hours: Days and typical hours dependent upon shift assignment
- Travel: No travel expected
- Work Location: In person
Required qualifications
- Prior experience in a lead role, with the ability to mentor and train personnel.
- Strong desire to learn and continuously improve.
- Technical training and 5+ years related maintenance experience, or an equivalent blend of education and experience.
- Background in a recognized trade: mechanic, electrician, and/or machinist.
- Ability to operate a forklift safely.
- Thrives in a high-energy, results-focused manufacturing environment.
Preferred experience and education
- Plating and automation exposure.
- Experience working with chemicals in a manufacturing setting.
- Microsoft Office proficiency.
- High School Diploma/GED.
Technical strengths we value
- Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans
- Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
- 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems; High Voltage Systems
- Commercial Electrical Expertise; Electrical Installation; Electrical Troubleshooting; Electrical Repair
- Industrial Electrical Systems; Electrical Panel Installation; Electrical Schematic Reading
- Equipment Installation & Wiring; Equipment Repair & Maintenance; Equipment Installation
- Relay Testing
- HVAC Service & Installation; HVAC Troubleshooting; HVAC Repair
- Pneumatics Troubleshooting; Hydraulic Systems & Components
- Boiler Troubleshooting
- Workplace Safety & EHS Management
- Electrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)
- Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
- Crane & Lifting Equipment Systems
- Deionized Water System Operations & Maintenance
Machines & technologies you will encounter
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
- Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
- Conveyor Systems
- Servo Motors
Benefits
- 401(k) with 401(k) matching
- Dental, Health, Vision, and Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Other duties
Other duties as assigned.
Please note:
The base compensation information provided is subject to change at the discretion of Lake City Plating. Actual compensation may differ from the listed amount or range based on various factors, including assigned shift, market conditions, location, and the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
EEO Statement:
Lake City Plating is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining a diverse team of talented individuals who are passionate about their work. Our goal is to foster an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their best. Together, we aim to provide exceptional service to our customers.
Lake City Plating LLC. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.