Sr Maintenance Technician (FIRST SHIFT)

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician to join our team and play a critical role in maintaining the reliability, safety, and performance of our manufacturing operations. This position serves as a technical leader within the maintenance department, responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and improving production equipment while mentoring junior technicians and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will possess strong multi-craft maintenance skills with experience in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automated systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment, machinery, facility systems, and support equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation systems.
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
• Maintain and repair conveyors, motors, pumps, compressors, gearboxes, drives, and other industrial equipment.
• Lead equipment installations, upgrades, maintenance projects, and process improvement initiatives.
• Interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, technical drawings, equipment manuals, and engineering documentation.
• Support root cause analysis efforts and implement long-term corrective actions for recurring equipment failures.
• Develop and support preventive maintenance schedules and equipment reliability programs.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with operations, engineering, and management teams.
• Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to maintenance technicians and apprentices.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment history documentation.
• Monitor and manage spare parts inventory, maintenance supplies, and tooling requirements.
• Respond to emergency maintenance situations during scheduled and on-call hours.
• Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, maintenance procedures, and Federal and State regulations.
• Recommend equipment and process improvements to enhance safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical school certification, trade certification, or Associate Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of industrial, manufacturing, commercial, or facility maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Mechanical systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Pneumatic systems
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing production equipment and industrial machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret:
  • Electrical schematics
  • Blueprints
  • Technical drawings
  • Equipment manuals
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to pass background screening and drug testing requirements.

Preferred

• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment and industrial automation systems.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar PLC platforms.
• Knowledge of VFDs, motor controls, sensors, and automated manufacturing systems.
• Previous experience leading maintenance projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT)
• Industrial Maintenance Certification
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification
• Electrical Certification
• HVAC Certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and climb throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in manufacturing and industrial environments with varying temperatures and conditions.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, and diagnostic instruments.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to serve as a technical leader within the maintenance team.
• Work with advanced manufacturing equipment and automation systems.
• Lead equipment upgrades, installations, and continuous improvement projects.
• Stable organization with a strong commitment to safety and employee development.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and career advancement opportunities.