Industrial Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician in Birmingham. The role involves performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience and basic welding knowledge.

Qualifications

• 2 years minimum of industrial maintenance experience.
• Basic knowledge of welding required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on machinery.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic issues.
• Document completed work and prepare tools for next shift.

Skills

Industrial Maintenance

Welding

Troubleshooting

Preventative Maintenance

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Job Description

Here's What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like:

• An industrial maintenance technician’s day typically begins with a team meeting or shift handover to review work orders, maintenance schedules, and ongoing issues from the previous shift. The technician then carries out preventive maintenance tasks such as inspecting, lubricating, and cleaning machinery, as well as replacing worn parts to prevent breakdowns. Throughout the day, they respond to equipment malfunctions by diagnosing mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic issues and performing necessary repairs or adjustments. Monitoring equipment performance using diagnostic tools is also a key part of the role, ensuring machines operate efficiently. Technicians strictly follow safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures, to maintain compliance with regulations. At the end of the shift, they document completed work, report unresolved problems, and prepare tools and parts for the next team.

Schedule & Pay:

• FULL TIME; Mon-Fri, 6am-3pm
• Willingness to work overtime if needed, including weekends
• $17-22/hr (Dependent on skill set and experience)

Here's What Makes YOU a Great Fit:

• MUST HAVE 2 YEARS MINIMUM OF INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE EXPERIENCE
• MUST HAVE BASIC KNOWLEDGE OF WELDING!
• Troubleshoot and repair defective equipment
• Perform routine preventative maintenance
• Ability to physically do the work and meet physical requirements
• Must have reliable and timely transportation
• Good work ethic; punctual & dependable; take pride in your work
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Steel toed boots recommended but not required

Job Location: Birmingham

Company Description: Express Employment Professionals puts people to work in all types of jobs. When you work with Express, you build a relationship with a team of employment professionals in your community who have, in turn, built personal relationships with the businesses that are hiring. Whether you're building a new career or looking for a short-term job to supplement your income, we offer the flexibility to work the way you want, and you'll never pay a fee to Express for our services and support.