Industrial Maintenance Technician

Accelera; Prince George (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to support high-speed production machinery, ensuring reliability and efficiency across the manufacturing facility. You will apply mechanical expertise to minimize downtime and drive continuous improvement in operations.

Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical issues, performing precision repairs, preventive maintenance, welding carbon steel, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize workflows while upholding safety

Qualifications

• Proven experience in industrial maintenance or a similar mechanical trade.
• Advanced troubleshooting with bearings, chain drives, and complex mechanical assemblies.
• Strong commitment to safety protocols and the consistent use of personal protective equipment.
• Ability to operate standard hand tools and specialized mechanical equipment with precision.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical issues in conveyors, gearboxes, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Perform precision repairs and alignments to optimize performance and longevity.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to prevent failures and extend asset life.
• Perform welding and fabrication with carbon steel to support infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline maintenance workflows.
• Maintain safety and organization to ensure a secure workplace.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety protocols

Hand tools

Job description

As an Industrial Maintenance Technician, you will serve as a vital contributor to operational excellence by ensuring high-speed production machinery remains reliable and efficient. You will utilize your technical expertise in mechanical systems to minimize downtime and drive continuous improvement across our manufacturing facility.

About the Role

As an Industrial Maintenance Technician, you will serve as a vital contributor to operational excellence by ensuring high-speed production machinery remains reliable and efficient. You will utilize your technical expertise in mechanical systems to minimize downtime and drive continuous improvement across our manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical issues involving conveyors, gearboxes, hydraulics, and pneumatic systems to restore production flow.
• Execute precision repairs and machine alignments to optimize equipment performance and longevity.
• Perform proactive preventive maintenance tasks to prevent failures and extend the lifecycle of critical assets.
• Conduct structural welding and fabrication tasks using carbon steel to support facility infrastructure and equipment modifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline maintenance workflows and prioritize urgent equipment needs.
• Maintain a high standard of workplace organization and safety compliance to foster a secure environment for all personnel.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Proven experience in industrial maintenance or a similar mechanical trade.
• Advanced troubleshooting proficiency with bearings, chain drives, and complex mechanical assemblies.
• Strong commitment to safety protocols and the consistent use of personal protective equipment.
• Ability to operate standard hand tools and specialized mechanical equipment with precision.

Preferred Skills

• Technical certification or formal training in mechanical systems or industrial maintenance.
• Experience supporting high-volume production lines or automated manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to new technologies and evolving maintenance methodologies.