Entry-Level Maintenance Technician: Elevate Plant Reliability

Specialty Powders LLC; Chapman (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialty Powders LLC in Chapman, PA is seeking a Maintenance Technician focused on preventive maintenance and operations reliability to keep production equipment running at peak efficiency. You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, perform scheduled inspections, and work with the operations team to drive continuous improvement while maintaining safety and compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with a technical credential preferred

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or certification preferred.
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience with preventive maintenance and equipment reliability.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance principles and tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to perform root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Safety & compliance: follow safety protocols and regulations; maintain safe work environment.
• Preventive maintenance: develop and maintain a preventive maintenance program; perform inspections, lubrication, and repairs.
• Operations reliability: monitor equipment performance, collaborate with operations, and improve reliability.
• Technical expertise: troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems; read schematics.
• Continuous improvement: participate in initiatives and train staff; support equipment upgrades and modifications.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

CMMS experience

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or certification in related field

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Specialty Powders LLC in Chapman, PA is seeking a Maintenance Technician focused on preventive maintenance and operations reliability to keep production equipment running at peak efficiency. You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, perform scheduled inspections, and work with the operations team to drive continuous improvement while maintaining safety and compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent with a technical credential preferred