Machine Repair | 3rd Shift

Viking Corp; Grand Rapids, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Viking Corp in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Machine Repair Technician to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment to minimize downtime. The role emphasizes mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and collaboration with Maintenance and Engineering teams.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, 1–3 years of related experience, and prefer Journeyperson certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of related experience in machine repair or industrial maintenance.
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial machinery.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components.
• Journeyperson certification preferred or documented equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Installs and/or assists with installation, relocation, setup, and leveling of machinery and production equipment.
• Troubleshoots mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic malfunctions and identifies repairs.
• Repairs, replaces, and maintains machine components and equipment.
• Ensures safety devices and interlocks are installed and functioning and follows LOTO procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyperson certification or equivalent

Tools

Pumps

Bearings

Belts

Conveyors

Actuators

Air cylinders

Clutches

Brakes

Fixtures

Robots

Job description

Education LevelJourneyman License## Description## JOB SUMMARYThe Machine Repair position is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production machinery and equipment to support safe and efficient operations. This role works primarily with mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and partners with Maintenance and Engineering to diagnose equipment issues, complete repairs, and minimize production downtime.## RESPONSIBILITIES* Installs and/or assists with the installation, relocation, setup, and leveling of machinery and production equipment.* Installs pneumatic and hydraulic power sources and related components for newly installed or relocated equipment.* Troubleshoots and diagnoses mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment malfunctions, working with Maintenance team members and Engineering as needed to identify issues and determine appropriate repairs.* Repairs, replaces, adjusts, and maintains mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components, including but not limited to solenoids, actuators, ball screws, pumps, air motors, packaging equipment, air cylinders, fixtures, robots, chucks, clutches, brakes, belts, bearings, conveyors, and feeders.* Ensures machinery and equipment are maintained in safe operating condition and that all required guards, safety devices, and interlocks are properly installed and functioning.* Follows all established safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) requirements, when servicing or repairing equipment.* Performs other duties as assigned.## Qualifications## EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS* High school diploma or GED required.* One to three years of related experience in machine repair, industrial maintenance, or a similar skilled trade; an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.* Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial machinery and production equipment.* Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components.* Experience with equipment and components such as pumps, bearings, belts, conveyors, actuators, air cylinders, clutches, brakes, fixtures, and other industrial machinery.* Journeyperson certification, completion of a recognized skilled-trades apprenticeship, or documented equivalent machine repair experience preferred.* Ability to safely troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment while following established safety and lockout/tagout procedures.