Industrial Maintenance Technician (3rd Shift)

Tom Trese Networking LLC; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Tom Trese Networking LLC client is a global manufacturing leader seeking Maintenance Technicians to ensure reliability of highly automated equipment in Hastings/Caledonia, MI. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, diagnosing mechanical/electrical faults, and PLC-related troubleshooting to support production and continuous improvements.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in industrial maintenance, strong mechanical/electrical skills, and experience with robotics or automation systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent with industrial maintenance experience.
• 3+ years industrial maintenance in manufacturing is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, electro-mechanical equipment, and automation.
• Experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment and PLCs.
• Journeyman certification or 3–5 years machine repair experience preferred.
• Able to read blueprints and electrical schematics, diagnose faults, and perform root-cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Ensure equipment and automated systems operate safely and reliably.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and PLC-related issues.
• Diagnose and repair motors, relays, switches, sensors, drives, and PLCs.
• Interpret drawings and manuals to support fault diagnosis and repairs.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and work orders.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Industrial automation

PLC troubleshooting

Robotic automation

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma

Journeyman Machine Repair certification

Tools

Programmable logic controllers (PLCs)

Job description

Our client is a global leading manufacturing business with more than a century of manufacturing excellence. Due to continued business growth, increased production volumes, and ongoing investment in manufacturing operations, they are seeking experienced Maintenance Technicians to join their team.

As a Maintenance Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and performance of highly automated manufacturing equipment. You will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance, diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults, troubleshooting PLC-controlled automation systems, and supporting production through rapid response to equipment issues. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical aptitude, experience with industrial automation, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing manufacturer that offers long-term career progression, modern manufacturing facilities, excellent benefits, and a strong commitment to employee development and workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Ensure manufacturing equipment and automated production systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on manufacturing cells and production equipment.
• Support production by troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and PLC-related equipment issues.
• Use a structured and methodical troubleshooting approach to minimize equipment downtime.
• Communicate recurring equipment issues and downtime trends to Maintenance, Engineering, and Production teams.
• Perform basic robot troubleshooting, adjustments, and recovery procedures.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical components including motors, relays, switches, sensors, drives, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
• Interpret equipment drawings, schematics, electrical diagrams, and technical manuals to assist with fault diagnosis and repairs.
• Replace faulty machine components including motors, relays, switches, ball screws, bearings, position sensing devices, pneumatic components, and other automation equipment.
• Maintain maintenance crib inventory and work with maintenance stores to ensure critical spare parts availability.
• Support Systems Technicians and production teams during equipment breakdowns and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with the Tool Room to manufacture replacement components and implement equipment improvements.
• Assist with equipment upgrades, process improvements, and installation of new production equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and complete work orders as required.
• Follow all company safety procedures while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and industrial maintenance experience.
• Ideally three plus (3+) years of industrial maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, electro-mechanical equipment, and industrial automation.
• Experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and industrial control systems.
• Federal, State or Union issued Journeyman Machine Repair certification or three (3) to five (5) years+ of machine repair experience preferred.
• Ability to diagnose equipment failures and perform root cause analysis to prevent repeat breakdowns.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with robotic automation is preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement

Shifts: Various Shifts Available

Rate: $26.00 - $33.00p/h D.O.E + Shift Allowance

Term: Full-Time, Direct-Hire

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) with Company Match, Paid Time Off + More & Career Advancement Opportunities

Location: Hastings, Michigan or Caledonia, Michigan