3rd Shift Maintenance Technician $9,000 SIGN ON BONUS

RM Palmer Company, LLC; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus of $9,000

Three weeks vacation

$1,500 starter toolkit

Affordable benefits

401(k) contribution with match

Overtime incentives

Job summary

A manufacturing firm is hiring an Entry Level Maintenance Technician with a $9,000 sign-on bonus. This role involves maintaining and repairing equipment to ensure smooth operations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, a technical degree preferred, and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems. The position also offers benefits including three weeks vacation and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-year technical degree in Industrial Maintenance preferred.
• Experience in food manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair equipment to keep operations running smoothly.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
• Conduct preventative maintenance activities.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Troubleshooting skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2-year technical degree in Industrial Maintenance

Tools

CMMS system

Job description

Overview

3rd Shift Maintenance Technician with a $9,000 Sign-On Bonus at RM Palmer Company, LLC. This role involves maintaining and repairing equipment to keep operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems to repair and maintain sitewide equipment and processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues reported by operators; perform both repairs and preventative maintenance on production and non-production equipment.
• Complete daily, preventative, and predictive maintenance activities with a focus on food safety and reducing equipment failures.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to update PM procedures, prioritize maintenance jobs, and contribute ideas to improve plant operations.
• Safely operate standard maintenance tools and work with trades/components such as electrical, welding, pipefitting, fabrication, hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication systems, and more.
• Read and interpret electrical/mechanical schematics, blueprints, and operation manuals to troubleshoot, modify, and install equipment.
• Accurately document completed work and findings in maintenance software.
• Promote teamwork and continuous improvement through regular interaction with peers and management.
• Follow all safety policies, maintain a clean work environment, and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-year technical degree in Industrial Maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (preferred).
• Experience with a CMMS system is a plus.
• Food manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Education or hands-on experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance and repair.
• Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills with the ability to perform effective repairs.
• Ability to read and apply technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics. Excellent communication and teamwork skills with strong attention to detail and organization.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of $9,000 to get started
• Three weeks vacation to start so you can recharge
• $1,500 starter toolkit provided
• Weekly pay for reliable income every week
• Affordable benefits starting at $19 per week for medical, dental, and vision
• Company 401(k) contribution with match to help you save for the future
• Rotating weekends with every other weekend off
• Overtime incentives to earn more for extra work

Employment details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Manufacturing