Industrial Maintenance Technician — Fabrication Emphasis

Berk Manufacturing; Boyertown (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Overtime opportunities

Pet insurance

Job summary

Berk Manufacturing in Boyertown, PA is seeking an experienced maintenance technician to join our fast-paced production floor. You will identify and fix mechanical issues, perform preventive maintenance, and support line changeovers to maintain high uptime and quality.

You will work with production and QC teams to ensure safety and reliability while following lockout/tagout procedures and contributing to a collaborative maintenance team.

Qualifications

• Hands-on industrial mechanical experience and strong troubleshooting capability.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, motors, and related systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical problems on manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced environment.
• Execute routine and preventive maintenance across machinery and facility systems.
• Repair or replace bearings, belts, chains, blades, motors, and other mechanical components.
• Assist with new equipment installs, line changeovers, and precision adjustments.
• Follow safety policies and procedures at all times, including lockout/tagout.
• Collaborate closely with production and quality teams to reduce downtime and boost reliability.
• Work as part of a cohesive maintenance team, supporting fellow mechanics and techs.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Conveyors

Motors

Job description

About the RolePicture a typical day: you arrive on the floor, scan the production lines, and jump right into a preventive check on a conveyor that’s key to first-shift throughput. Mid-morning, you’re diagnosing a motor issue that’s tripping overloads; by afternoon, you’re assisting with a line changeover and fine-tuning adjustments to hit quality targets. Throughout, you’re partnering with production and QC to keep uptime high and safety front and center.What You'll DoIdentify, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical problems on manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced environmentExecute routine and preventive maintenance across machinery and facility systemsRepair or replace bearings, belts, chains, blades, motors, and other mechanical componentsAssist with new equipment installs, line changeovers, and precision adjustmentsFollow safety policies and procedures at all times, including lockout/tagoutCollaborate closely with production and quality teams to reduce downtime and boost reliabilityWork as part of a cohesive maintenance team, supporting fellow mechanics and techsWhat You BringHands-on industrial mechanical experience with strong troubleshooting capabilityWorking knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, motors, and related systemsUncompromising commitment to safe work practicesPreferred: fabrication skills (cutting, grinding, drilling, shaping metal parts)Physical Realities of the JobStand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shiftLift up to 50 lbsOperate in a manufacturing setting with noise, machinery, and variable temperaturesWork at heights or in confined spaces when neededSchedule & FlexibilitySchedules align with business demand. Team members are assigned to day shift coverage or night shift coverage based on availability and plant requirements.Day shift coverage generally falls between approximately 5:00 AM – 6:00 PMNight shift coverage generally falls between approximately 5:00 PM – 4:00 AMTypical shifts are 8–10 hours in lengthStart/end times may vary slightly with production needs and maintenance prioritiesIndicate your day or night preference; we assign accordingly and aim to keep schedules consistent within the assigned shift. Flexibility is essential in manufacturing. Occasional after-hours or emergency call-in support may be required.Rewards & BenefitsCompetitive PayHealth, Vision, and Dental Insurance plansOptional pet, disability, and life insurance401 K and additional retirement savings plansPaid-Time-OffStable, full-time role with ample overtime opportunitiesClear paths for advancementBackground Check & Drug-Free WorkplaceEmployment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. We encourage individuals with prior criminal history to apply. Criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. However, certain convictions may be considered disqualifying when they are directly related to the responsibilities and safety requirements of the position. Applicants with a criminal history are encouraged to disclose this information during or prior to the interview process. Criminal history is reviewed on a case-by-case basis as part of the background check process.This is a drug-free workplace. We conduct random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.