Entry-Level Maintenance Technician — Growth Path to Tech II

CHL Systems; Souderton (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, vision, PTO, holidays

401(k) with company match

Hands-on training and career growth

Job summary

CHL Systems, a long-standing manufacturer, is hiring a Maintenance Technician I to perform preventive maintenance and assist with repairs on production equipment and facility systems. This hands-on, entry-level role is ideal for someone with mechanical aptitude seeking a career in industrial maintenance.

You will learn to troubleshoot, document work orders, and follow GMP, LOTO, and PPE requirements while supporting senior technicians.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Technical school or trade certification is preferred.
• OSHA 10 or equivalent safety training is preferred.
• 0–2 years of maintenance or industrial experience.
• Basic understanding of preventive maintenance practices.
• Ability to read and follow basic manuals and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain machinery components, including bearings, shafts, and gears.
• Inspect equipment and report abnormalities, wear, or potential failures.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment issues and identifying possible causes.
• Support the installation and repair of machinery and facility systems.
• Assist senior technicians with electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repairs.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and work order records.
• Follow GMP and required safety procedures, including LOTO and PPE.
• Support emergency repairs as directed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical basics

Pneumatic basics

Hydraulic basics

CMMS familiarity

Manual reading skills

Tool use

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

CHL Systems, a long-standing manufacturer, is hiring a Maintenance Technician I to perform preventive maintenance and assist with repairs on production equipment and facility systems. This hands-on, entry-level role is ideal for someone with mechanical aptitude seeking a career in industrial maintenance.

You will learn to troubleshoot, document work orders, and follow GMP, LOTO, and PPE requirements while supporting senior technicians.