Area Maintenance Technician (Weekend Days)

Howmet Aerospace; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Hampton is seeking an Area Maintenance Technician for weekend days to maintain production equipment and support 24/7 operations when needed.

The role requires 5+ years in maintenance and 2+ years in an industrial setting, with strong diagnostic and teamwork skills. Excellent mechanical/electrical knowledge and ability to read drawings are essential.

Qualifications

• Certifications in mechanical, electrical, or apprenticeship preferred.
• Associates or Bachelors degree in mechatronics preferred.
• Ability to interpret electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings.
• Experience in maintenance in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work orders for production equipment.
• Attend meetings to develop scopes of work and action plans.
• Inspect machines to ensure performance and uptime.
• Troubleshoot with basic hand tools and electrical diagnostics.
• Train and mentor junior technicians on maintenance best practices.
• Develop processes to improve equipment uptime.
• Lead project tasks and participate in continuous improvements.
• Adhere to attendance policies and work overtime when needed.
• Collaborate with teams across management, engineering, and operations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical knowledge

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Associates or Bachelors in mechatronics

Tools

Fanuc robotics

Motoman robotics

Electrical diagnostic tools

Job description

Area Maintenance Technician (Weekend Days)

Hampton, VA, United States (On-site)

Job Info

• Job Identification 119160
• Job Category Operations
• Posting Date 08/27/2026, 08:30 PM
• Locations One Howmet Drive, Hampton, VA, 23661, US (On-site)
• Apply Before 11/22/2026, 05:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Remote Work Schedule Availability? None
• Export-Controlled Data This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

Responsibilities

This opening is with Howmet Aerospace - a world leader in investment casting of super-alloys, aluminum, and titanium primarily for jet aircraft and industrial gas turbine markets. For more information, visit www.howmet.com .

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Howmet has challenging opportunities for individuals who are excited to engage with us in growing our business. Join us where you will be part of a dedicated team to manufacture high tech products, safely, accurately, and efficiently, you will perform a variety of hands‑on operations in accordance with standardized processes within customer specifications.

Anticipated Pay Range:$65K-75K per year. *Pay rates within this range are determined based on various factors including experience, education, certifications, etc.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities, not limited to:

• Coordinate work orders for production equipment.
• Attend meetings with manufacturing and engineering personnel to develop scopes of work and action plans for equipment repair and improvements.
• Inspects machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
• Utilize basic hand tools and electrical diagnostic tools to troubleshoot and repair equipment deficiencies.
• Train and mentor less experienced technicians on maintenance best practices for their respective area and equipment.
• Develop processes and procedures to improve equipment uptime.
• Leads work efforts for specific project tasks.
• Must comply with all company attendance policies and guidelines; this includes, but is not limited to, regular attendance and occasional overtime.
• Ability to work in team environments, Solo work and working with all levels management, Eng and people.
• Willing to participate in continuous improvements initiatives within our process to enhance the work task.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

Education:

• Certification in mechanical, electrical, or apprenticeship preferred.
• Associates or Bachelors degree in mechatronics preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.

Experience:

• This position requires a minimum of five years related experience in a maintenance role.
• This position requires a minimum of two years of related experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Preferred Qualifications (For this position to be successful):

• 24/7 operations manufacturing experience preferred.

Experience with vacuum casting furnaces, injection press machines, and/or Fanuc & Motoman robotic systems is preferred.

About Us

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.