Maintenance professional

Magic Metals; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Magic Metals in Yakima, WA is seeking a Maintenance professional to join our on-site team. The role covers preventive and corrective maintenance on lasers, CNC punches, press brakes, mills, and related systems to minimize downtime and keep production running smoothly.

You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, inspect equipment regularly, document activities, and coordinate with production, engineering, and management to set maintenance priorities aligned with daily

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience maintaining industrial or manufacturing equipment, preferably in a metal fabrication or machining environment.
• Knowledge of basic electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and troubleshooting techniques for production machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents such as equipment manuals, schematics, and maintenance procedures.
• Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and standard safety practices in a shop or plant setting.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with production, engineering, and supervisory staff.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize multiple maintenance tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort working on-site around heavy machinery, with a focus on safety, cleanliness, and adherence to company and regulatory standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or certification in industrial maintenance, mechanics, or a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience in an ISO-certified or similar quality-focused environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment such as lasers, CNC punches, press brakes, mills, and related support systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues and conduct routine inspections.
• Complete repairs to minimize downtime and ensure safe operation.
• Maintain facility infrastructure and document maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with production teams to schedule work.
• Support continuous improvement in equipment reliability.
• Collaborate with engineering, fabrication, and management teams to align maintenance priorities with production needs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical systems knowledge

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Reading technical documents

Hand tools & diagnostics

Safety practices

Communication skills

Organizational skills

On-site safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training or certification in industrial maintenance

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Company Description

Magic Metals is one of the largest full-line custom precision sheet metal fabrication companies in the Northwest, operating from a modern facility in Yakima, WA. Founded in 1985 and privately held by the original owner, the company has built a strong reputation for quality, on-time delivery, and close collaboration with customers. Magic Metals is ISO 9001 registered and works with aluminum, steel, and high-finish stainless steel, serving a diverse range of industries. The facility features state-of-the-art equipment, including lasers, CNC punches, press brakes, mills, and complete CAD-CAM capabilities, as well as UL-listed production for multiple NEMA electrical enclosure types. Team members benefit from working in a technically advanced environment that supports quick-turn prototypes and Kanban inventory systems.

Role Description

The Maintenance professional role is a full-time, on-site position based at Magic Metals in Yakima, WA. This role is responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment such as lasers, CNC punches, press brakes, mills, and related support systems. Daily tasks include troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues, conducting routine inspections, and completing repairs to minimize downtime and ensure safe operation. The Maintenance professional will also help maintain facility infrastructure, document maintenance activities, coordinate with production teams to schedule work, and support continuous improvement in equipment reliability. Collaboration with engineering, fabrication, and management teams is expected to align maintenance priorities with production needs.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience maintaining industrial or manufacturing equipment, preferably in a metal fabrication or machining environment.


• Knowledge of basic electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and troubleshooting techniques for production machinery.


• Ability to read and interpret technical documents such as equipment manuals, schematics, and maintenance procedures.


• Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and standard safety practices in a shop or plant setting.


• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with production, engineering, and supervisory staff.


• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize multiple maintenance tasks in a fast-paced environment.


• Comfort working on-site around heavy machinery, with a focus on safety, cleanliness, and adherence to company and regulatory standards.


• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or certification in industrial maintenance, mechanics, or a related field is preferred.


• Previous experience in an ISO-certified or similar quality-focused environment is beneficial.