Technician, Maintenance

Maintenance Technician
Contract to direct hire (Contract solely for training duration, typically 3 months)
Hours:
3rd shift- Friday-Sunday (6am-6pm)
Location: Jupiter, FL
Compensation: $25-30/hr
*Must be able to pass background and drug screening

Position: Maintenance Technician

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support equipment reliability and production operations within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing shop equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations.

Key Responsibilities

Support installation and commissioning of new machinery, tools, and production equipment

Assist in defining equipment specifications, fixtures, and setup requirements

Perform troubleshooting and repairs on mechanical and electrical equipment

Develop and manage preventive maintenance and calibration schedules

Coordinate maintenance activities with supervisors and production leads to minimize downtime

Track equipment performance and plan outages in collaboration with production planning

Maintain spare parts and consumable inventory levels for each machine

Partner with engineering and purchasing teams on equipment acceptance testing and warranty follow-up

Conduct risk assessments for production areas and support safety compliance initiatives

Ensure equipment meets safety and regulatory requirements, including proper labeling and markings

Train operators on proper use and care of equipment and tools

Participate in process improvements, cost reduction efforts, and equipment upgrades

Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and records

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or GED required

Experience

5+ years of hands-on experience installing, repairing, and maintaining manufacturing equipment

Strong troubleshooting background with both small and large shop machinery

Experience developing maintenance programs and equipment procedures

Familiarity with risk assessments in a production setting

Working knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards

Understanding of industrial manufacturing processes

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Regular use of hands for tools and repetitive tasks

Close visual attention required for inspection and machine operation

Exposure to industrial noise and moving mechanical equipment

Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment

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