Maintenance Equipment Mechanic: Optimize Layouts & Repair

Freudenberg Group; Bristol (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Group in Bristol, VA is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to optimize layouts, minimize downtime, and maintain production equipment across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and teamwork to keep operations running smoothly.

You will perform routine preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, and propose practical solutions to reduce downtime.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; advanced degree preferred or compensating years of experience.
• Specified years of industry-relevant professional experience.
• Certifications, system experience, and relevant training.
• Professional-level English language skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Optimize layouts by safely moving equipment to improve production efficiency.
• Minimize downtime through preventive maintenance and efficient work order logging.
• Maintain and repair production equipment; troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ensure safety by following protocols and standards.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and schedule preventive tasks.
• Collaborate with team to solve problems and drive innovative solutions.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns and propose options to management to reduce downtime.
• Identify and report new issues during tasks; resolve when possible.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Customer focus

Innovation

Execution

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Freudenberg Group in Bristol, VA is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to optimize layouts, minimize downtime, and maintain production equipment across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and teamwork to keep operations running smoothly.

You will perform routine preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, and propose practical solutions to reduce downtime.