Industrial Maintenance Technician (2236)

Mitsubishi Chemical America; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 56,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits start day 1

Uniforms and tools provided

Job summary

Mitsubishi Chemical America in Reading, PA is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to repair, maintain, and troubleshoot a range of manufacturing and facility equipment on a Monday–Friday shift after training.

You will interpret schematics, install mechanical devices, fabricate simple structures, and support preventive maintenance while following safety policies such as LOTO and Confined Space.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience with technical certification, or 3+ years with a high school diploma.
• Hands-on experience with hydraulics, plumbing, welding, and basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience with PLCs and industrial control systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and service manuals; lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment across manufacturing and facility systems.
• Diagnose mechanical issues involving bearings, gearboxes, pumps, and chain drives.
• Plan, layout, and install mechanical devices in accordance with codes and specs.
• Fabricate simple structures using welding or bolting per prints and diagrams.
• Read and interpret equipment schematics and service manuals.
• Support preventive and corrective maintenance activities; ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Adhere to plant safety policies including LOTO and Confined Space Entry; work independently or in a team.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Hydraulics

Plumbing

Welding

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC experience

Reading schematics

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification

Tools

Industrial control systems (PLCs)

Measuring tools (tape measures, micrometers, voltage meters)

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Location: Reading, PA

Shift: Monday-Friday | 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM after initial training period

Pay Rate: $27.00-$37.15 per hour

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Repair, maintain, and troubleshoot a variety of manufacturing and facility equipment
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues involving bearings, gearboxes, pumps, chain drives, and related components
• Plan, layout, and install mechanical devices and systems in compliance with regulatory and local codes
• Fabricate simple structures using welding or bolting based on prints and diagrams
• Read and interpret equipment schematics and service manuals
• Support preventive and corrective maintenance activities
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
• Follow all plant safety policies, including LOTO and Confined Space Entry
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• 2 plus years of industrial maintenance experience with technical certification or 3 plus years of industrial maintenance experience with a high school diploma or equivalent
• Hands‑on experience with hydraulics, plumbing, welding, and basic electrical troubleshooting
• Experience working with industrial control systems, including PLCs
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Working knowledge of measuring and diagnostic tools (tape measures, micrometers, voltage meters, etc.)
• Strong verbal communication, organizational, and decision‑making skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physically capable of performing job duties, including lifting up to 50 lbs unassisted

Salary

The salary range for this position is $27.00-$37.15 plus $0.75 shift differential. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job‑related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits
• Benefits begin on DAY 1!
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Curated Self‑Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees
• Uniforms, Boots, and Tools provided
• $1,000 Sign‑On Bonus

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable laws. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.