2nd shift Maintenance Technician II

Paylocity; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Paylocity in Lexington, KY is seeking a Maintenance Technician II for the 2nd shift. The role focuses on hands-on maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems to keep production lines running, with a 3pm–11:30pm schedule, full-time, with temp-to-hire potential and overtime eligibility.

Ideal candidates have 3–5+ years of industrial maintenance experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and familiarity with CMMS.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of maintenance experience (industrial preferred).
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience reading schematics, blueprints, and manuals.
• Experience with motors, controls, and production equipment.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and replace mechanical and electrical components.
• Install and repair wiring, motors, and control systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Inspect drives, belts, motors, and fluids with checklists.
• Log repairs and updates in CMMS before shift end.
• Assist with inventory tracking for parts and supplies.
• Support equipment installs and system upgrades.
• Follow safety standards (LOTO, OSHA).

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical

Mechanical

CMMS

Blueprints

Tools

Multimeters

Power tools

Welding equipment

Diagnostic tools

CMMS systems

Job description

Description

Maintenance Technician II (2nd Shift)

Location: Lexington, KY
Pay: $23–$27/hr + Shift Differential (DOE) + OT (1.5x after 40 hrs.)
Schedule: 8-Hour Shifts- 3p-1130 pm | Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire

What This Job Is Really About

If you’re the type who can walk up to a machine, figure out what’s wrong, and fix it, you’ll do well here.

This is a hands‑on role working on both mechanical and electrical systems, keeping production equipment running and jumping in when things go down.

What Your Day May Look Like

• Start your shift with a safety meeting
• Review work orders and prioritize repairs
• Inspect equipment and troubleshoot issues on the floor
• Repair motors, wiring, or mechanical components to get machines back up
• Perform preventive maintenance before breakdowns happen
• Test systems using multimeters and diagnostic tools
• Work with other techs on larger or recurring issues
• Log repairs and updates in CMMS before shift end

What You’ll Be Working On

• Packaging lines, conveyors, and processing equipment
• Motors, pumps, compressors, and drive systems
• Electrical systems: wiring, panels, switchgear, transformers
• HVAC systems, boilers, chillers, and air handlers
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Facility systems (lighting, plumbing, walls, floors, etc.)

Tools & Equipment

• Multimeters and electrical testing tools
• Hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment
• Precision measuring tools
• CMMS systems for tracking work orders
• Blueprints, schematics, and repair manuals

What You’ll Be Doing

• Troubleshoot, repair, and replace mechanical and electrical components
• Install and repair wiring, motors, and control systems
• Perform preventive maintenance (lubrication, inspections, filter changes)
• Inspect drives, belts, motors, and fluid levels using checklists
• Dismantle equipment to access and replace defective parts
• Fabricate or modify parts using tools and specifications
• Test machinery to diagnose malfunctions and verify repairs
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, parts used, and repairs
• Assist with inventory tracking for parts and supplies
• Support equipment installs and system upgrades
• Follow all safety standards (LOTO, OSHA, etc.)

Requirements

What You Bring

• 3–5+ years of maintenance experience (industrial preferred)
• Strong troubleshooting skills (mechanical + electrical)
• Experience working with motors, controls, and production equipment
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Experience using diagnostic tools (multimeters, etc.)
• Familiarity with CMMS systems

Bonus If You Have

• PLC or controls experience
• Welding or machining experience
• Maintenance certifications or an apprenticeship background
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
• Experience calibrating electronic, mechanical, or pressure measurement tools (gauges, oscilloscopes, etc.) in accordance with ISO/IEC-17025 or ISO 9001 standards
• Electrical Worker Certification issued through the State of Kentucky

Work Environment

• Active industrial setting (lifting, climbing, working on your feet)
• Ability to lift heavy objects and work at heights or on ladders/scaffolding
• Flexibility for overtime, weekends, or shift changes