Industrial Maintenance Technician - Preventive & Electrical

Workforce; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,581 - 49,015; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime available

Full-time position

Career growth

Supportive team environment

Modern manufacturing equipment

Job summary

Workforce in Richmond, VA is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to join our manufacturing team. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex equipment, and repair production machinery to maximize uptime and efficiency, working closely with operations.

The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, experience with 3-phase 240V/480V systems, and adherence to safety protocols in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of Industrial Maintenance or Maintenance Mechanic experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong knowledge of Mechanical repair, Electrical maintenance, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Plumbing, and Industrial equipment maintenance.
• Experience troubleshooting 3-phase 240V/480V electrical systems.
• PLC troubleshooting and programming experience preferred.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, and diagnostic instruments.
• Valid driver's license required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Trade license or technical certification preferred.
• Must successfully pass a background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, and repairs on industrial production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair large industrial washers, dryers, feeders, folders, conveyors, and other manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain facility systems including boilers, compressors, heat exchangers, lighting, and other building equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing, and electronic systems.
• Troubleshoot and replace control components including switches, proximity sensors, photo eyes, push buttons, contactors, relays, and motor starters.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting on 3-phase 240V/480V systems.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests to minimize equipment downtime.
• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and repair documentation.
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Pick up and transport parts as needed.
• Work closely with production and operations teams to maximize equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA regulations.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Electrical maintenance

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Plumbing

Industrial equipment maintenance

3-phase 240V/480V systems

Hand tools

Power tools

Testing equipment

Diagnostic instruments

Valid driver's license

High school diploma or GED

Trade license or certification

Background/drug screening

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade license or technical certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Testing equipment

Diagnostic instruments

Job description

Workforce in Richmond, VA is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to join our manufacturing team. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex equipment, and repair production machinery to maximize uptime and efficiency, working closely with operations.

The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, experience with 3-phase 240V/480V systems, and adherence to safety protocols in a fast-paced industrial setting.