Maintenance Technician

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Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Classification: Hourly

Reports To: Maintenance Manager

Department: Maintenance

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Technician position is a hands-on maintenance role designed for an individual with strong technical aptitude, modern computer and maintenance systems skills, and the desire to develop in their maintenance career. This individual will support day-to-day maintenance activities while helping drive improvements in preventative maintenance, spare parts management, equipment reliability, and maintenance planning systems.

This role is intended for a motivated self-starter who takes pride in equipment reliability, responds with urgency to operational needs, and demonstrates strong communication and leadership qualities.

• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment issues throughout the plant.
• Performs preventative maintenance activities and assists in developing improved preventative maintenance procedures and schedules.
• Utilizes maintenance software systems to document repairs, track downtime, manage work orders, and improve maintenance planning effectiveness.
• Assists with spare parts inventory management, organization, and critical parts identification.
• Supports project planning, scheduling, and execution for equipment upgrades and facility improvements.
• Maintains equipment reliability by identifying recurring failures and recommending corrective actions.
• Responds to production downtime situations with urgency and professionalism.
• Assists in implementing modern maintenance technologies and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Reads and interprets mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical manuals.
• Works closely with production teams to improve equipment performance and operational efficiency.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Demonstrates leadership qualities through initiative, accountability, communication, and willingness to support team success.
• Willingly supports operational needs including occasional after-hours troubleshooting, emergency response, and weekend support as required.
• Provides mentorship and training support to less experienced maintenance personnel when appropriate.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work environment while following all plant safety procedures.
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• Training or degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or related technical field preferred
• 3+ years of related manufacturing maintenance experience preferred
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Understanding of industrial electrical systems including 120/240VAC and motor controls
• Experience using computers, maintenance systems, and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong communication and organizational skill
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and leadership potential
• Willingness to support operational needs outside normal working hours when required

Preferred Qualifications

• Allen Bradley PLC training and/or troubleshooting experience
• Siemens PLC training and/or troubleshooting experience
• Experience with preventative maintenance systems and CMMS software
• Experience with spare parts management and maintenance planning
• Prior leadership, supervisory, military, project leadership, or team lead experience preferred
• Technical certifications related to industrial maintenance, controls, automation, or reliability are highly valued and compensation will reflect applicable experience and certifications.

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