Electro-Mechanical Reliability Technician — Corrugated Packaging

Pro Services, LLC; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Retirement plans

11 paid holidays

Vacation time

Uniforms and laundering

Safety shoe allowance

Job summary

Pro Services Workforce Solutions is hiring an Electro-Mechanical Reliability Technician for our Reading, PA facility. You will maintain high-speed corrugated equipment, troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and work with Allen-Bradley and Siemens controls.

The role requires 3+ years in industrial maintenance, the ability to read electrical and mechanical prints, and willingness to work the 3rd shift with overtime.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in industrial maintenance.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting across control, single-phase, and 480V three-phase systems.
• Fluent in reading prints/schematics (electrical and mechanical).
• PLC troubleshooting with RSLogix.
• Hands-on with conveyors, bearings, shafts/seals, gearboxes.
• Experience with corrugated systems.
• GMP knowledge.
• Able to work 3rd shift, every other weekend, and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high-speed corrugated equipment online in a fast-moving environment.
• Perform reactive, planned, proactive, and predictive maintenance.
• Electrical diagnostics and tracing logic with OEM programs (RSLogix).
• Troubleshoot HMIs and controls on Allen‑Bradley and Siemens platforms.
• Rebuild conveyors, bearings, shafts/seals, gearboxes, and subassemblies.
• Help the team shift toward a more preventive maintenance posture.

Job description

Join a High-Performance Packaging Operation OvernightDirect Hire · Reading, PA · 2 openings (non-union)When your shift starts at 11:00 PM, you step into a state-of-the-art, full-line corrugated super plant that’s as clean as it is fast-paced. Partnering with operators, you prioritize the most critical machines, dig into root causes, and keep a complex line producing — safely and with pride.About the CompanyPro Services Workforce Solutions has partnered with Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) — a Fortune 500 manufacturer with 16,000+ employees nationwide — to hire skilled technicians for its Reading, PA showcase facility. PCA serves a stable, recession-resistant customer base and focuses on long-term partnerships built on problem solving, not just products. The Reading team is experienced, collaborative, and genuinely invested in each other’s success.The Role at a GlanceTitle: Electro-Mechanical Reliability Technician (Industrial Maintenance)Shift: 3rd shift, 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM; every other weekend required; 5–10 hours of OT likelySchedule notes: Initial day-shift training 30–90 days; overall training plan 3–6 months on days before transitioning to 3rd shiftPay: $28.03–$42.29/hour based on skills/experience + shift differentialWhat You’ll TackleKeep high-speed corrugated equipment online in a fast-moving environment by troubleshooting/repairing electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.Execute reactive, planned, proactive, and predictive maintenance across both electrical and mechanical domains.Electrical diagnostics: Control voltage (0–24V), 110–240V single phase, and 480V three phase; work with servos, VFDs, relays, I/O modules, sensors, and complex wiring.Read and interpret electrical/mechanical prints and schematics to isolate faults and complete repairs.Connect to PLCs via the site’s dedicated computer to trace logic (e.g., RSLogix) and clearly communicate findings to the OEM; programming is performed by the OEM.Troubleshoot HMIs and controls on Allen‑Bradley and Siemens platforms.Rebuild and service conveyors, bearings, shafts and seals, gearboxes, and mechanical subassemblies.Help the team shift from reactive work to a stronger preventive maintenance posture.Who Thrives HereYou’re decisive, safety-minded, and eager to learn. You engage operators, ask smart questions, and choose the right next task to keep the line productive. You own your work, communicate clearly, support your teammates, and pursue the root cause — not just the quick fix.Must-Have Qualifications3+ years in industrial maintenance.Strong electrical troubleshooting across control, single-phase, and 480V three-phase systems; meter-proficient.Fluent in reading prints/schematics (electrical and mechanical).PLC troubleshooting experience, including connecting with software (e.g., RSLogix) to follow logic.Hands-on mechanical skills with conveyors, bearings, shafts/seals, gearboxes, and rebuilds.Experience with corrugated systems.Basic hydraulics and pneumatics.Working knowledge of GMP.Bring your own metric and standard hand tools (specialty tools provided).Able to work 3rd shift, every other weekend, and overtime as needed.Nice to HaveIntermediate/advanced mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatic skills.Experience with motors beyond basic hookup, transformers, cabinet troubleshooting, or work over 480V.PLC programming exposure or robotics experience.MIG, stick, or arc welding.Positive displacement, air diaphragm, or centrifugal pump experience.Background in packaging or pulp & paper.Boiler exposure (site provides training, internal testing, and licensing).Growth You Can SeeProgression is the point: Techs who bring ambition and curiosity advance quickly — one teammate rose from C-level to top level in three years.Structured onboarding: Safety/orientation, training book, LOTO logs, and an assigned trainer.Clarity in the first 90 days: Weekly check-ins against a new-hire guide so you always know where you stand.Training timeline: Day-shift training for 3–6 months before moving to 3rd shift.Compensation & Benefits$28.03–$42.29/hour + shift differential.Overtime: 1.5x pay over 8 hours/day and over 40 hours/week; weekend and holiday premiums.Multiple healthcare plan options and retirement plans with additional company contributions.11 paid holidays.Vacation: Up to 1 week in your year of hire; 2 full weeks in your first full year.Company-provided uniforms and laundering.Safety shoe and safety glasses allowance, plus a tool stipend and replacement program.Schedule & Work Environment3rd shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM; work week starts Sunday night.Training on days for first 30–90 days; plan for 3–6 months of day-shift training before 3rd shift.Every other weekend required; 5–10 hours of weekly OT is likely.Required PPE: safety shoes, safety glasses, ear plugs.Ready to Talk?If you’re electrically sharp and motivated to grow and make an impact, we’d love to connect. Apply now or reach out to Kassi Hojnacki, Talent Acquisition, Pro Services Workforce Solutions.