Experienced Maintenance Technician (Safety Focused)

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 89,401,000 - 136,107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental and vision

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO and holidays

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Retirement plan

Financial planning

Job summary

Parker Aerospace in Kent, WA is seeking an Experienced Maintenance Technician (Safety Focused) on the Day Shift to support reliability, safe operation, and preventive maintenance of aerospace equipment in Exotic Metals Forming Division.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, risk reduction, and the ability to work independently or with teams to ensure safety and quality. Strong troubleshooting skills and a safety-first mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years industrial maintenance experience required.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot CNC, hydraulic, electrical and related systems.
• Knowledge of shop math and precision measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain production equipment.
• Inspect equipment and perform preventative maintenance per specs.
• Diagnose malfunctions and repair or adjust as needed.
• Interpret drawings, schedules and instructions.
• Follow safety procedures and company standards.
• Train others and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Source parts and manage CMMS utilization.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety mindset

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC equipment

PLC/Electrical

Hydraulic presses

X-rays

Lasers

Job description

Position Summary

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

At Exotic Metals Forming Division, our highly talented team blends a passion for manufacturing with relentless customer support, making us the partner of choice for complex aerospace solutions. Working at EMFD is about being part of a team, a culture, something that is bigger than each of us individually. We began as a small group of people passionately committed to a common goal. That is why we are so proud of everyone in our Exotic family who strives to be the best at what they do every day, working as a collaborative team in a culture of continuous improvement to stretch the bounds of creative thinking and provide quality products to our customers around the globe.

Experienced Maintenance Technician (Safety Focused)

Day Shift

The Maintenance Mechanic will support a dedicated safety initiative focused on improving the reliability, safe operation, and risk reduction of aerospace assets through routine and preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs. This role will help identify equipment hazards, address maintenance-related safety concerns, support corrective actions, and ensure work is completed in accordance with technical manuals, blueprints, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have hands-on maintenance experience, a strong safety-first mindset, the ability to recognize and communicate potential risks, and the capability to work independently or with cross-functional teams to support the successful execution of the safety project.

Functions and Responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain production/manufacturing equipment.
• Inspect equipment for proper functioning and performs all levels of preventative maintenance duties, per manufacturer's specifications.
• Diagnose basic and some complex equipment malfunctions and makes repairs or adjustments efficiently.
• Interpret and follow written instructions, sketches, schedules, drawings and documents.
• Perform all work in accordance with established standards and safety procedures.
• Train others in multiple areas and on a variety of skills.
• Collaborate effectively with others to identify, schedule, and plan repairs, maintenance activities, and project work.
• Manage work performed by to ensure compliance with company safety and quality requirements.
• Works under limited oversight.
• Source parts for repair and preventative maintenance of equipment
• Utilize CMMS software

Qualifications

• 2-5 years industrial maintenance experience required.
• Preferred experience with forklifts and moving large equipment.
• Requires experience in troubleshooting one or more of the following categories:
• CNC equipment
• Hydraulic presses
• Vacuum furnaces
• X-rays
• Lasers
• PLC's/Electrical
• General knowledge of codes and regulations related to equipment and facilities preferred.
• Knowledge of shop math and precision measuring equipment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent GED required

Physical Requirements

Performs physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and frequent movement of the whole body, such as climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, balancing and handling of material.

Use of protective clothing, goggles, and other equipment to prevent injuries. Wearing a respirator may also be required.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $31.2/hr to $47.5/hr
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Aff…). Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. ("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

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